Welcome to the Ordinary Season

After the celebrations of Easter, Ascension, and Pentecost, we now enter what the Church calls Ordinary Time—but there is nothing ordinary about life in the Church! This is a season for growing. This is the season in which we celebrate Creation with Environment Sunday and Lammastide services. This is a season for new life. This is also a season to steadily grow in grace and discipleship, and for noticing God at work in the everyday moments of our lives. The green of the liturgical season reminds us of growth and renewal—a time to be rooted and grounded in Jesus.

As we move through the weeks ahead, may we be attentive to God’s quiet presence, faithful in small things, and encouraged by the companionship we share in Jesus.

With every blessing, Revd Joy Ludlow, Vicar, Thornbury Benefice

Exciting New Opportunities in the Thornbury Benefice!

We’re delighted to announce two new roles to support and strengthen the life of our churches and local community. Please click on the links for full details.

Caretaker (approx. 10 hours per week, paid at Real Living Wage)
Based mainly at St Mary the Virgin in Thornbury, this role will help keep our historic buildings welcoming, accessible and prepared for visitors and congregations, working alongside our dedicated volunteers.

Children’s and Families’ Worker (approx. 20 hours per week, salary based on entry-level teacher pay)
A creative and people-focused role supporting and developing our work with children and families across the Benefice. This includes co-ordinating activities, building links with local schools, and helping to lead family-friendly worship.

CARE TAKER

Children's and Families' Worker

For both roles, interviews are planned for the week commencing 28th July, and appointments will be subject to a DBS check.

To find out more or request a full job specification, please email jennyovensbb@gmail.com.

Come and help us shape the future of our vibrant church community!

The congregations across our United Benefice in Thornbury, Oldbury and Shepperdine welcome all comers. Please feel free to come and join us at any of our services in any of our churches.

Check our ‘What’s On’ page for more details on services.

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.
For bookings please email thornburybenefice@outlook.com or call the Parish office on 01454 281900.
Large Hall Dimensions: 11.5m x 7m x 3m tall. Small hall can be separate or included in the same hire.

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