St. Luke's Church, Sway

St. Luke's Church, Sway Come and explore the Christian faith at St Luke’s Church Sway. You are welcome! Welcome! The church is led by Jane Mitchell, our Vicar.

Find us on You Tube - search St Luke’s Church Sway Lymington for our online services at 9.30 and 11am. Small groups meet weekly or fortnightly and are key to the strength of the church. There is an enthusiastic eco church group and a monthly Creative Space group exploring spirituality. We are the only church in Sway and as such you will find villagers of many denominations worshipping and playing

a full role in the life of the church,. We welcome everyone especially if you are exploring faith for the first time. Join us online to visit or come in person! Our church plays an important role in the life of the village. We organise special events within the village, especially at Christmas (outside of our church premises) and are involved in the annual Sway Carnival week. The church building itself was built in 1839 and has had extensions and alterations since then. It can seat about 250 people, but has been known at certain services to squeeze in more! Opposite the church are our Church Rooms and office accommodation. The rooms are used extensively throughout the week by both the church and village groups. They can be hired by the public. Right next to the Church Rooms is the Sway Youth Centre which hosts a number of regular groups including Brownies and a Youth Group run by the Parish Council.

Sunday talks this month : Jesus “I AM” sayings from John’s Gospel. This clip “I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD” Meeting Je...
10/06/2026

Sunday talks this month : Jesus “I AM” sayings from John’s Gospel.

This clip “I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD”

Meeting Jesus anew through the scriptures.
Catch up on talks on YouTube.

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world” while teaching in the temple courts. He spoke to people who knew physical darkness—like the cave’s suffocating blackness where even a hand before the eyes disappears. But His light pierces deeper darkness: the sin that isolates, the shame that paraly...

Messy Church today afterschool!
08/06/2026

Messy Church today afterschool!

Recycling Opportunities at St Luke's Church in Sway - our bins are very busy!!Specific bins for each of the following ca...
02/06/2026

Recycling Opportunities at St Luke's Church in Sway - our bins are very busy!!

Specific bins for each of the following can be found next to the FONT on the right-hand side at the back of the Church

MILK BOTTLE TOPS

GADGETS

OLD MOBILE PHONES

OLD CAMERAS

OLD TABLETS, e.g. Apple iPad

COINAGE including foreign coins

USED POSTAGE STAMPS

BRAS

Our Recycling goes to various organisations & locations for re-use purposes or to raise funds for charities, e.g. Win On Waste Dorset and Nationwide B.S. for SANDS (Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Charity)

Lymington BASICS BANK Collection Point

Our Church is also a Collection point for the local Food Bank - all dry food items accepted - box is located close to the Recycling Bins

Thank you very much

Rae Reynolds - Textile ArtistRae has been working with textiles for over 25 years, both as a teacher and maker. Some of...
29/05/2026

Rae Reynolds - Textile Artist
Rae has been working with textiles for over 25 years, both as a teacher and maker. Some of you may also know her as Sway's Gardener on a Bike!
When she's not out looking after other people's roses, Rae loves spending time in her garden studio or growing a colourful dye garden.
At May's Creative Space, Rae will share some of her textile work from over the years, and talk about her plans to grow natural dyes from her garden in Sway.
Although there is never an obligation to produce something creatively, you may be inspired to respond on the day. Some art materials will be available, or do bring along your own.
As always, you are very welcome to join us. Session held in the cool of the church. Refreshments served. No membership required. Free event.

St Luke's Church 2-4pm

Creative Space is a monthly group that meets in church seeking spiritual peace and beauty through creativity.

Ellie John first connected with St. Luke's Church, Sway online during covid. What a journey discovering God’s calling! W...
27/05/2026

Ellie John first connected with St. Luke's Church, Sway online during covid. What a journey discovering God’s calling! We are praying for you Ellie 🙏

Joint Working Group update - 21 May '26We are delighted to confirm that the draft heads of terms which were drawn up and...
22/05/2026

Joint Working Group update - 21 May '26

We are delighted to confirm that the draft heads of terms which were drawn up and recommended by this group, have been formally approved by both Sway Parish Council and St Luke's Parochial Church Council at their respective meetings. Both parties will now instruct their lawyers, as we move to the drafting of the new long lease for the Sway Youth Centre, which we intend to have ready for signing before the end of 2026.

Focus will now turn to the development of proposals for investment in the building and associated funding. We encourage residents to continue their engagement with us in shaping the future of this valued community building. There will be regular updates and opportunities for feedback from residents as the proposals develop.

Please check this page for updates on the latest progress of the Youth Centre Future working group. For any queries, please contact the working group at [email protected] Working Group: Cllr Neil McLocklin, Cllr Astrid Clifford, Cllr Alan Perry, Cllr Justine Thurgood and Cllr Barry Rickm...

6.30pm Ascension Holy Communion Service St. Luke's Church, Sway today
14/05/2026

6.30pm Ascension Holy Communion Service St. Luke's Church, Sway today

Today, on Ascension Day, we remember the moment Jesus ascended into heaven, 40 days after Easter, promising to remain with us through the Holy Spirit.

It is a day of hope, glory, and renewed purpose as we celebrate Christ’s reign and His call to share His love with the world. Join us in prayer today. ✨🙏
..“why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” Acts 1:11


12/05/2026

🏫 Join Our Morning Team at St Luke's! ☀️
Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role that fits around your day? We are looking for an enthusiastic Breakfast Club Playworker to join our friendly village school in the heart of the New Forest!

If you love working with children and want to help them start their school day with a smile, we’d love to hear from you.

📋 The Details:
Start Date: September 2026

Hours: 5 hours per week (7:30 am – 8:45 am, Monday to Thursday) - Term Time Only

Pay: Grade C (£13.05 – £13.60 per hour)

🌟 What we’re looking for:
- NVQ Level 2 in Playwork or a Teaching Assistant qualification.
- Experience working with children aged 5–11 in a play environment.
- A commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

🔗 How to Apply:
Interested? We’d love to show you around! Tours of the school are available upon request.

View full details & apply here: https://www.st-lukes.hants.sch.uk/Vacancies-11022026165448/

Contact for tours: Charlotte Brown at 01590 682431 or [email protected]

Please note: Applications must be submitted on the official school form. Enhanced DBS check required.

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St Luke's Church, Church Lane
Sway
SO416AD

Telephone

01590 682358

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