A welcoming
and inclusive Church.
Here for everyone.
The congregations across our United Benefice in Thornbury, Oldbury and Shepperdine welcome all comers. Do please feel free to come and join us at any of our services in any of our churches.
Our Church, St Arilda’s, Wins Gold Award for Eco-Friendly Commitment
We are thrilled to announce that St Arilda’s Church has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award from A Rocha UK, a Christian charity dedicated to protecting and restoring the natural world. This honor recognizes the hard work and commitment of our entire church community, the benefice, and our local village, who united to make a meaningful impact in the face of climate change and biodiversity loss.
The Gold Award acknowledges our success in five key areas: Worship and Teaching, Buildings and Energy, Land and Nature, Community and Global Engagement, and Lifestyle. Each area challenged us to embrace new practices that honor God's creation. Through dedication and collaboration, we have taken significant steps to care for our environment and safeguard it for future generations.
This award is a powerful testament to the value of our efforts, inspiring us to continue our mission of stewardship for the benefit of all living creatures in this beautiful area we call home. Thank you to everyone who made this achievement possible!
A young member of our community has penned some wonderful prayers, and we're excited to showcase them on our website. Dive into these heartfelt expressions of faith and inspiration, and feel the warmth of our community's spirit.
Prayer for help
Dear God,
Sometimes we feel lost and alone,
Like the sheep that wandered far from home.
Help us to listen for your gentle call,
To follow you closely, never to fall.
When others feel lost, help us to see,
To reach out our hands, to set them free.
Thank you God, for your loving care,
In every moment, you’re always there.
Amen
Photograph kindly sent to us by c.ThroughMyADHDLens
Prayer of thanks
Dear God,
Thank you for your love that never ends,
Just like the shepherd who searched for his friend.
Thank you for caring for each one of us,
Even when we wander, you never fuss.
Help us to remember, wherever we may roam,
You’re always there, guiding us home.
Amen
Thornbury Benefice have worked together and developed their Vision and Action Plan. Please have a read and if you feel you could help us in our journey please let us know.
All are welcome!
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St Mary's Thornbury
A diverse community of worshippers sharing in all kinds of different services in our beautiful Grade I Listed building. St Mary’s also has an active church choir who welcome newcomers!
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St Paul's, the Hackett
St Paul's is the small daughter church in the parish of Thornbury, on the outskirts of the town on Hackett Lane. This is a small community church with a lively and enthusiastic congregation, a couple of young organists, and a simple, homely environment.
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St Arilda's, Oldbury
St Arilda's is a small country church in the village of Oldbury-on-Severn, with a passion and heart for the local community, and a small but enthusiastic worshipping congregation. This is a deeply welcoming church for visitors, walkers and enquirers, all are welcome
For more details visit the Oldbury parish website at: http://www.arildachurcholdbury.co.uk/
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St Mary's, Shepperdine
St Mary's is a small tin tabernacle on the banks of the River Severn that hosts a small congregation on a monthly basis (in ordinary times) for BCP services. Also used for regular services at Rogation and Harvest it is a building at the heart of the farming community. It is always open as a place of pilgrimage and prayer for those walking in the area.
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St Mary's Church Hall, Thornbury
St Mary's Church Hall is available to hire.
To enquire about a booking please email thornburybenefice@outlook.com or call the Parish office on 01454 281900.
Services
2nd Sunday
8am Spoken Holy Communion at St Arilda’s (with tea & toast)
9am Holy Communion at St Paul’s
10.30am All Age at St Mary’s
6pm Choral Evensong at St Mary’s
1st Sunday
9am Holy Communion at St Paul’s
10.30am Holy Communion at St Mary’s
3pm Refresh!
at St Arilda’s
4th Sunday
9am Holy Communion at St Paul’s
10.30am Holy Communion at St Mary’s
3pm Muddy Praise (Venues vary)
6pm Evensong from BCP at St Arilda’s
3rd Sunday
9am All Age at St Paul’s
10.30am Holy Communion
at St Mary’s
6pm Evening Prayer at St Arilda’s
5th Sundays
8am Holy Communion at St Mary’s
10.00am Benefice Service (unless otherwise stated)
