Hello and welcome to St Peter's Church. Set in the beautiful village of Kinver, South Staffordshire, St Peter's Church is a thriving hub within the local community, it is:
Vibrant & Alive
We enjoy a wide variety of worship styles, from traditional through to contemporary - something to suit all tastes. Our team ministry enables all to use their gifts in serving the Lord. Open & Inclusive
Our d
oors are open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. Welcoming & Warm
We are a very sociable church. Our faith journey together includes fun, food and fellowship. No matter where you’re from or how you are looking to develop your relationship with God, you can find a home with us. Come and receive a warm welcome. Sunday Services
8.00am
Our Sunday Services begin with a Book of Common Prayer Holy Communion. It is a peaceful and meditative service and is always a great way to start the day.
9.30am
This Holy Communion service (with a choir) embraces tradition and innovation. Prayer ministry is available each Sunday morning in the Foley Chapel. We are a really friendly church that enjoys getting together after the service for tea, coffee, cakes and conversation.
6.30pm - 1st and 3rd Sundays of the Month
1st Sunday: Holy Communion service including a sermon.
3rd Sunday: A varied menu of services including: Evening Prayer, Contemporary Style Worship, Taizé and Traditional Choral Evensong. A village minibus is available for those who need help with transport to church for the 9.30am service. Midweek Services
Wednesday 9.30am - 10.30am
Ecumenical Communion Service
This ecumenical service is held in the Parlour at Potters Cross Methodist Church and includes a short sermon or reflection. Friday 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Church on the Edge (1st and 3rd Friday of the Month)
Church on the Edge is a relaxed service designed to be as inclusive as possible, with contemporary worship, guest speakers and a relaxed atmosphere. It is a chance for people to come together from around the area, spend time worshipping God and hearing his Word. We enjoy spending time together as a community, sharing refreshments and getting to know one another. The service is run jointly by Kinver Methodist Church and St Peter’s Church and spends half the year at each church venue. Check out the Church on the Edge page. St Peter’s Church, Church Hill, Kinver (April - October) Kinver Methodist Church, Enville Road (November - March). Saturday 12 noon
Communion Service (1st Saturday in the month)
The Spiritual Development group has planned monthly informal services. This is a growing Alternative Communion service exploring new ideas and inviting personal reflection. The service lasts about 30 minutes with coffee and tea, biscuits served beforehand. Great for those who find Sunday mornings difficult to attend. Check the monthly diary. Saturday Social
Come and join us between 10am and 12 noon on most Saturday mornings in church for the 4C’s…
Coffee
Cake
Conversation
Company
Give us a ring to check we’re there on 01384 872 877
Concerts & Events
St Peter’s church is a wonderful venue for concerts and other events, with its magnificent acoustics and beautiful architecture: it provides the perfect backdrop to any event. We host a wide range of concerts and events, including: Viva Musica, Ayaki Davies and Michael Jones: Piano Recitals, Pink Floyd Tribute Band, Folk Bands and an art exhibition featuring prominent local artists and sculptors. Keep a look out for posters or our website www.stpeterskinver.org for our forthcoming events. Hatch, Match and Dispatch
Hatch: Baptisms
If you or a family member would like to organise a baptism (christening) please contact the Rector on 01384 872 556. The clergy and our baptism team will meet with you to discuss this important initiation into the Christian church family. Match: Weddings
St Peter’s church has a fantastic grade I listed building with stunning architecture and long fascinating history. Our café church wedding team and clergy prepare couples for their wedding ceremony and life together. Please see the church website to check if you have qualifying connections for baptisms and weddings. Dispatch: Bereavement
Many people feel the need for support and a listening ear after the loss of a loved one. We have a team of people who are trained to walk alongside others in their time of need. Children and Youth Work
Within St. Peter’s Church children attend their own activity in the Foley Chapel in the main 9:30am service. The children re-join the main service to take a blessing during Communion and at the end they present their work to the congregation. There is a very child-friendly monthly MESSY CHURCH Children’s Service at 11:30am for youngsters and adults or carers on the third Sunday of each month (unless replaced by a ‘special’ mainstream service). Please check the Church Diary. For more information please contact Margaret Emuss or Mark Middleton. AD33 is a dedicated youth charity based in Kinver and run an array of groups, activities and events for young people including; youth groups, cell groups, lunch clubs, weekends away and school lessons, as well as providing pastoral support and mentoring. One of the most popular groups, Alive and Kicking (AK), is an open access youth group for anyone aged 11-18 and runs every Sunday evening 7-9pm at the Youth Hut in Castle Street. Music at St Peters
Bells
Practice Night at St Peter’s, Kinver:
Wednesday 7.30pm
(1st, 2nd and 4th weeks of the month)
Practice Night at St James, Wollaston: Wednesday 7.30pm
(3rd and 5th weeks of the month)
Beginners Tuition: One hour lessons by arrangement with the Tower Captain; £3 per adult, £2 under 18s. As learners progress they will be able to join in weekly practices. Contacts
Tower Captain
Diane Awkati
01384 872 003
[email protected]
Tower Secretary
Kerry O’Coy
07931 995 463
[email protected]
Choir Practice
Thursday 7.30pm
We sing a range of music from the traditional to contemporary. St Peter's Concert Orchestra
Once a month rehearsals a Sunday 3pm-5pm
email [email protected] for more details
Consort de Sancti Petri
Rennaissance and Baroque music ensemble
for more details email stpeter'[email protected]
