Lickey & Blackwell Churches

14/06/2026

The excitement is building for the weekend!

Here's the full schedule for festival weekend - now less than a week away. The weather's set fair, so see you all there!

14/06/2026

🎉🎉Whilst Holy Trinity church was 170 last week, our newest congregation 'Church at 4' is just 1 year old today 🎂
'Church at 4' is a place for all ages - adults often new or returning to faith enjoy the discussion, adults enjoy the art reflection, children and busy adults enjoy the calm of a craft activity or lego build, our toddlers love the freedom to explore in a safe space and experience the love of God for themselves. 'Church at 4' has become a place to explore faith, ask questions, get to know each other, have a bit of space and to belong. We'd love you to come and see for yourself - 4pm on Sundays. 🎉🎉

13/06/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who worked hard to help 80 party guests celebrate today.
Holy Trinity is 170 and several church members had a significant 0 birthday.
Bishop James came to cut the cake and give thanks. We enjoyed zimmer frame racing, quizzes and party games. Thanks to Cakes by Eve for another delicious cake.

12/06/2026

Are you ready for the weekend - its a huge one! We are so looking forward to welcoming you ❤️🎂⛪️

Saturday 13th June
9am -12 noon our parish reps are continuing our discussion and learning as all reps from across the Hillside Oversight Area gather at St Chad Rubery.

2pm-4pm Its the party we've all been waiting for as we mark 170 years of Holy Trinity and so very many 80th birthdays from our congregations. Bishop James is joining us.

Sunday 14th June
10am Holy Trinity for Communion with groups for children

2pm-4pm Open Church at Holy Trinity to mark 170yrs, historical displays, cake and a cuppa.

4pm-5pm Church at 4 at Holy Trinity as we explore our reading through art, discussion, lego and more

7pm-8pm Confirmation Prep over zoom. Chat to Sheri or Lorri if you'd like to join us.

11/06/2026

Sheri, Nick, Denise and Maggie joined representatives from across the Diocese in Erdington for a morning looking at digital content.
We are interested to know a little more about you our facebook followers.
Please respond with the emotion that best describes you
❤️ I live in the local community
😆I am part of the church family of Lickey with Blackwell
😯I am part of another local church
👍 I work in the local community

10/06/2026

Another great story from Church of England Birmingham

05/06/2026

Sunday 7th June We'd love to see you for services and Open Church for our 170 years celebrations

10am Holy Communion with groups for children at St Catherine

2pm - 4pm Open Church to mark 170 years of Holy Trinity, there will be tea and cake and historical presentations to enjoy at Holy Trinity.

4pm Informal Evening Worship with worship band Holy Trinity

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Maggie

You might remember that our Vicar Sheri and Maggie, one of our Lay Readers have served in wider Diocesan Roles as Warden and Co-Warden of Readers for Church of England Birmingham. You might remember that Sheri steps down from this role at the end of June to focus more on parish ministry.

We are delighted that Bishop Michael has appointed 'our' Maggie to serve as Warden of Readers for Church of England Birmingham.

The Update news from the Diocese this week announced that

"Maggie was licenced as a Reader in 2015 and served as an Assistant Warden before being appointed as Co-Warden in 2024.

Maggie succeeds Revd Sheri Gidney, who is stepping away from the role of Warden to focus on other aspects of ministry. Sheri served with distinction and we are grateful for her fruitful ministry among our Readers.

Maggie will be assisted by Charles Mazungunye, who has been appointed as Co-Warden of Readers. Charles is a Reader at Smethwick Old Church and brings significant gifts and experience to the role.

Bishop Michael said,
'I am delighted that Maggie and Charles have agreed to serve as Warden and Co-Warden of Readers and I look forward to working with them on this hugely important area of our ministry and mission. I want to express my deep gratitude to the Rev'd Sheri Gidney for her faithful service. She leaves a strong foundation to work from and we are in an excellent position to continue to see growth and flourishing in Reader Ministry in Church of England Birmingham. Please pray for Sheri, Maggie and Charles.'"

On Sunday morning (even though we know Maggie will find it a little uncomfortable) we'll be celebrating and praying for Maggie in our morning service. Warden of Readers is a significant role that has a great impact across the Diocese and we are so thankful for Maggie's ministry both in our parish and across the Diocese and at National level too.

Here are some photo of Maggie with 3 different bishops!

04/06/2026

A local resident LesleyAnne Stanhope is looking to set up a Neighbourhood Watch group in the area covered by the map. If you live or work in this area and would like to join the group, please message Lesley directly. PLEASE DO NOT POST YOUR DETAILS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION