St Mary's Bromley

06/09/2026

Welcome to St Mary's Church Bromley on Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity for Holy Communion. This is the start of the Creation Season
Thank you for your patience as we work on sound and vision issues.

04/09/2026

30/08/2026

Welcome to St Mary's Bromley on the 13th Sunday after Trinity for Holy Communion.

Please bear with us as we continue to investigate issues with sound.

23/08/2026

Welcome to St Mary's Bromley for Holy Communion with Baptism on 12th Sunday after Baptism.
Please bear with us as we work on improving sound and vision.

20/08/2026

Join us for Sunday Worship at St Mary’s Church, Plaistow, Bromley this weekend! ⛪✨

We look forward to welcoming you this Sunday, 23rd August 2026 at 10:30 AM for our Parish Communion service with Holy Baptism as we celebrate the 12th Sunday after Trinity. Whether you are a regular member or visiting us for the first time, our doors are wide open!

🙏 THE COLLECT FOR THIS WEEK:

"Almighty and everlasting God, who art always more ready to hear than we to pray, and art wont to give more than either we desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of thy mercy; forgiving us those things whereof our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things which we are not worthy to ask, but through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ, thy Son, our Lord. Amen."

📖 SERVICE OVERVIEW:

• Holy Baptism: Celebrating new life and welcoming our newest members into the church family!

• Hymns: Selected directly by members of our congregation for a joyful community service.

• Children & Families: Our Family Zone is fully open and stocked with resources for younger children during worship.

📍 Location: 61 College Rd, Bromley BR1 3QG

📞 Contact: 020 8466 6969

Can't make it in person? Our Sunday service is live-streamed online. Head to the link in our profile bio to explore our main web hub and read this week's full parish newsletter archive!

St Mary's Bromley is a Registered Charity, No. 1132142.

14/08/2026

✨ ALL ARE WELCOME: Parish Communion at St Mary's Church, Plaistow, Bromley ✨

We warmly invite you to join our church family this Sunday, 16th August 2026, at 10:30 AM for our service of Parish Communion. Whether you are a lifetime member of our parish or stepping through our doors for the very first time, we look forward to sharing worship and fellowship with you.

🙏 THE COLLECT FOR THE 11TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY:
"God of glory, the end of our searching, help us to lay aside all that prevents us from seeking your kingdom, and to give all that we have to gain the pearl beyond all price, through our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen."

🧸 FAMILIES & CHILDREN:
Please note that our Sunday Club is currently on its summer break. Families are incredibly welcome to attend the service and use the toys, books, and activity sheets freely available in our dedicated Family Zone.

📍 FIND OR CONTACT US:
• Address: 61 College Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3QG
• Parish Administration: 020 8466 6969 | [email protected]
• Website: www.stmarys-bromley.org.uk

If you cannot join us in person, our Sunday service will be live-streamed directly on our page. We look forward to welcoming you in prayer.

St Mary's Bromley is a Registered Charity, No. 1132142.

14/08/2026

🚨 BROMLEY SKYLINE IN JEOPARDY: Can you help save our church spire? 🚨

While undertaking vital roof work at St Mary's Church, Plaistow, Bromley, structural engineers discovered an emergency: our beautiful church spire is resting on rotting timbers and has been declared unsafe.

The structural restoration will cost an additional £37,000—bringing our total emergency target to £61,000.

As a local civic landmark, St Mary's relies entirely on voluntary donations to keep our doors open and our structures safe. Every single pound directly funds this emergency work, ensuring this vital community asset remains safe and accessible for everyone.

👇 HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT THE CAMPAIGN 👇

🤝 1. SPREAD THE WORD: Sharing this post with your friends, local neighbours, and community heritage groups helps us ensure this urgent message reaches across Bromley, Plaistow, and Kent.

💳 2. GIVE SECURELY ONLINE: We have placed our direct online donation link, gift aid information, and our official bank transfer details in the FIRST COMMENT below.

📍 3. VISIT OR MAIL US: You can hand-deliver or post cheque donations (payable to 'St Mary's Plaistow PCC') to: St Mary's Church, 61 College Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3QG.

📞 QUESTIONS & DIRECT CONTACT:
• John Beale: [email protected]
• Parish Administration: [email protected] | 020 8466 6969

Thank you so much for your support, prayers, and generosity in preserving our local heritage!

31/07/2026

🚨 CHURCH SPIRE URGENT APPEAL: Save a Bromley Landmark 🚨

Our historic skyline is in jeopardy. Can you help us preserve it? ⛪👇

While undertaking vital roof work costing £24,000, structural engineers recently discovered a major structural emergency: our beautiful church spire is resting on rotting timbers and has officially been declared unsafe. Structural restoration will cost an additional £37,000.

Our Heritage. Our Community. Our Future.
St Mary’s has stood as a beacon of comfort, local history, and architecture in Bromley for generations. Whether you join us for Sunday worship, visit our community outreach groups, value our local school links, or simply appreciate the beauty of this historic landmark on your daily walk—we need your help to keep a piece of our shared local history alive.

Please consider making a donation today. Every single donation preserves local history and protects our historic community asset.

✨ Other Simple Ways to Give:💻 Donate Online: Visit our secure giving page at https://stmarys-bromley.org.uk or scan the QR code on our flyer.

🛍️ Shop Online for Free: Raise matching funds automatically at no cost to you whenever you shop online via easyfundraising.

Scan our shop QR code to get started!📈 Boost Your Gift by 25%: If you pay UK tax on income or savings, completing a Gift Aid declaration allows us to claim an extra 25p for every £1 you give directly from HMRC!

🏛️ Direct Bank Transfers & Standing Orders: To arrange a secure direct transfer, utilize our formal parish account credentials:

Bank: National Westminster Bank plc (143 High Street, Bromley)

Account Name: ST MARY'S PLAISTOW PCC

Account Number: 42417198 | Sort Code: 60-04-02 | Reference: Donation

📱 Contactless & Tap-To-Give In-Person: Tap your phone, smartwatch, or bank card at our electronic contactless donation station active inside the nave during all open hours.

You can also speak directly to John Beale at [email protected] for more details or to discuss your donation in confidence.

Please share this post to help us spread the word across Bromley. Thank you for your incredible support! ❤️

Registered Charity Number: 1132142 | St Mary's Church, College Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3QG