St. Mary's Church Kennington Ashford Kent

25/05/2026

16/05/2026

OUR SPRING FAYRE - OPEN NOW 12pm - 4pm

Well we are ready and raring to go. Come and find us at St Mary’s Kennington, Church Road, Kennington
Cakes, health foods, tombolas, children’s games, burgers and refreshments.

See you all soon.

15/05/2026

Don't forget tomorrow is the St Mary's Kennington Spring Fayre. Lots of fun to be had. Come and join us

29/03/2026

Easter 2026 at St Mary's Kennington. Come and Join us

29/02/2024

Thank you St Mary’s for the beautiful flowers, cards, gifts and warm wishes. I am sad to be leaving but know you will continue to offer a warm welcome to all who come through the doors and offer help to those who need you in the community. ‘Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.’ Col. 3:14 🙏🏻🤗

14/02/2024

There is something final about ash.

It marks the presence of what used to be, but has been destroyed, burnt, obliterated. Something solid has turned to dust.

In my recent visit to Ukraine, I saw ash settle upon a world of rubble and destruction. Ash reminds us of the forces of death that harm the lives of women, men, children and all creation.

On Ash Wednesday, as we mark the beginning of Lent, we recognise that all of us are part of a story of sin and brokenness – none of us are untouched – through our own actions and choices, and through the actions and choices of others. We acknowledge our part and remember our fragility by tracing a cross of ash on our foreheads.

But this is not where it ends. Ash Wednesday tells us to turn away from sin, but more importantly, it invites us to turn towards something infinitely more hopeful: the story of what God has done to bring us and all creation towards reconciliation and wholeness.

“As the Father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust.” — Psalm 103:13-14

18/01/2024

One of Christ’s desires is to see all his children united. Today the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins, and I’m praying that as Christians around the world, we are challenged to recognise our personal and collective shortcomings – to better connect, serve and unify with the same humility that Christ showed us.

06/01/2024

Jesus sees, loves and welcomes everyone. All we need to give Him is our hearts. This Epiphany, we trust that as we draw near to God, He will draw near to us.

25/12/2023

🎄Thank you so much to everyone who came along to or helped with our Christmas services.
We wish everyone a peaceful and joy filled Christmas 🥳🙏🏻