Ipswich Minster

Ipswich Minster The Town & Civic Church of Ipswich. St Mary-le-Tower is a parish church with a thriving and diverse congregation with people of all ages.

It has been the town and civic church of Ipswich since 1200, and has long been recognised nationally as a centre for choral excellence, with an emphasis on young people. We offer cathedral style worship in the Anglican Choral Tradition, with an auditioned robed choir. We seek to live out the Christian faith through our worship and service of our town and parish. We seek to love our neighbour, bein

g welcoming and inclusive of all. We aim to provide for the spiritual needs of the town, and all who come, whether just as visitors to the building or as sharers in worship. The church is open for daily prayer and holds a midweek communion. On Sunday our choir shares in the leading of worship with choral services of Matins, Eucharist and Evensong. Our Vicar is The Reverend Tom Mumford who is always delighted to meet parishioners and visitors. You can find his contact information on our website. The choir is professionally run by the Director of Music, Christopher Borrett and the Organist & Assistant Director of Music, William Baldry. Both welcome enquiries from potential new members of the choir. For further details about the life, work and worship of St Mary le Tower, please visit http://www.stmaryletower.org

Today's Lunchtime concert - Free entry with retiring collection - Tea and coffee served from 12.45pm.Emilija Karaliute i...
08/09/2026

Today's Lunchtime concert - Free entry with retiring collection - Tea and coffee served from 12.45pm.

Emilija Karaliute is a professional classical and folk musician who began studying the kanklės in Lithuania from an early age, developing a deep connection to the instrument and its cultural roots. She has been playing the kanklės for 16 years and has been awarded the title of the National Laureate of Lithuania twice. The kanklės is the Lithuanian National instrument, which remains relatively unknown to many. Emilija is passionate about sharing the kanklės with new audiences, promoting the diversity of Lithuanian culture. Now a regular performer in the UK, with her recent solo shows in Paris and Berlin, Emilija continues to engage audiences with her ability to integrate the kanklės into diverse genres, including classical, contemporary, and folk music.

All are welcome.

Starting this week - The Chosen - Film, Faith and PizzaThe Chosen is a ground-breaking historical drama based on the lif...
07/09/2026

Starting this week - The Chosen - Film, Faith and Pizza
The Chosen is a ground-breaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus Christ, seen through the eyes of those who knew him.

Set against the backdrop of Roman oppression in first-century Israel, the show shares an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings.

We shall be watching the first season together at the Minster, enjoying pizza and soft drinks together afterwards whilst discussing the episode we've seen.

Starts 9th September 2026 - Sign up via our website
www.ipswichminster.org/the-chosen-film-faith-and-pizza

‘Mary said ‘My souls magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour’ A triumphent return from our choir th...
06/09/2026

‘Mary said ‘My souls magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour’

A triumphent return from our choir this morning after their summer break, a communion service to celebrate our patron saint, the Blessed Virgin Mary, a joyful parish lunch. Thanks be to God.

Prayer and Worship this week - Join us this week as the Choir returns to the Minster!Sunday8:00am - Holy Communion BCP10...
06/09/2026

Prayer and Worship this week - Join us this week as the Choir returns to the Minster!

Sunday
8:00am - Holy Communion BCP
10:30am - Sung Eucharist

We also have our annual celebration of our patron saint, the Blessed Virgin Mary. As part of our celebrations, we will gather together as a whole community at 10:30am for our Sung Eucharist followed by a parish lunch, meaning there will be no Choral Matins or Evensong today.

Tuesday to Friday
8:30am - Morning Prayer

Wednesday
10:30am - Holy Communion BCP

Thursday
6:00pm - Choral Evensong

All are welcome

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture and we are proud to be taking part again this ye...
05/09/2026

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture and we are proud to be taking part again this year.

On Saturday 12th September, Ipswich Minster will be open to all from 10am to 4pm.

Activities include:
Guided tours of the Minster
Bellringing for Beginners
Small Sounds Music Taster session (0-5years)
Mini Minster Maestros Taster Session (5-8 years)
Children’s Crafts
Café

Members of our clergy team will be available for any questions about faith

No need to book
All are welcome

Brick Church - A New Way to WorshipComing October 2026...
04/09/2026

Brick Church - A New Way to Worship

Coming October 2026...

Friday Night DiscipleshipOur Discipleship Group takes place on Friday evenings from 6:45pm, for those who would like to ...
04/09/2026

Friday Night Discipleship

Our Discipleship Group takes place on Friday evenings from 6:45pm, for those who would like to grow deeper in faith.

Every Friday at 6:45pm.

The sessions take place in Church House, Oak Lane, IP1 3BN.

No need to book - just come along!

A Prayer for the New School Year Almighty God, As a new school year commences across Ipswich, we pray for all children a...
03/09/2026

A Prayer for the New School Year

Almighty God,
As a new school year commences across Ipswich, we pray for all children and young people returning to school. Help them to explore new opportunities, give them confidence in their abilities, and protect them in all that they do.
Be with all Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Staff, Governors and Volunteers as they support and guide our children and young people over the coming year. Strengthen them in their calling, grant them patience and joy in their work, and uphold them when days feel long or challenging.
We pray for the families of Ipswich, for those starting new routines, and for those facing pressures or uncertainty.
May our schools be places of safety, kindness and hope; may classrooms become spaces of discovery, friendship and flourishing; and may this new academic year be filled with new experiences, new friendships, new learning, and the peace which only You can give.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Join us tomorrow morning for Small SoundsDrop-in music sessions for children aged 0 to 5 years and their grown-ups.Shake...
02/09/2026

Join us tomorrow morning for Small Sounds

Drop-in music sessions for children aged 0 to 5 years and their grown-ups.

Shake, rattle and roll with your little ones and discover the joy of music through songs and play.

Sessions take place on Thursdays at 9:30am at Ipswich Minster in Church House, Oak Lane, Ipswich, IP1 3BN.

Free to attend - Donations welcome.

No need to book.

Please share!Our Top Shop and FREE community café is open every Wednesday 9-10am. No referrals needed. To help make us m...
02/09/2026

Please share!

Our Top Shop and FREE community café is open every Wednesday 9-10am. No referrals needed. To help make us more sustainable, please bring your own bag if you can.

All are welcome!

For more information please see our website. And if you would like to volunteer, please be in touch.

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Ipswich Minster, Tower Street
Ipswich
IP13BE

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