St Mary's Church Weeford

31/08/2026

The Parochial Church Council (PCC) of St Mary’s Church, Weeford would like to thank everyone at The School House, Weeford involved with the organisation and selling of raffle tickets for the 4 duck races held on the brook this year and to let you know that the PCC is so very grateful to the School House Restaurant for donating the proceeds to Weeford Church. An amazing total of £1,673.20 has been donated by the School House Restaurant.
The amounts raised for each duck race is listed below:

Friday, 13 March 2026 Cheltenham Gold Cup £142.00
Saturday, 11 April 2026 Grand National £393.00
Wednesday, 17 June 2026 Royal Ascot £320.00
Thursday, 18 June 2026 Royal Ascot Ladies Day £818.20

Weeford PCC appreciates everything the School House Restaurant does to support the efforts of Weeford Church, and such an amazing donation really helps with all the costs involved in keeping the Church open. It is very much appreciated. Thank you.

30/08/2026

CALLING ALL WHITTINGTON PARENTS, TEENAGERS, AND CHILDREN!
Here at St Giles’ Church, we have had messages recently asking us to put on ‘something’ or ‘some things' for families, children, and teenagers, but what is the 'something’?
From the messages we assume that you think there is something missing from all the other activities going on in the village.
Families, children, and teenagers are always welcome at our services, but we assume that the people behind the messages have something more focussed on young people in mind.
Please drop me a text or email and let me know what you would like us to do!
God bless!
Revd Ashley,
[email protected]
07831 766604

28/08/2026

29th August The Beheading of John the Baptist
The beheading of John the Baptist, also known as the decollation of Saint John the Baptist or the beheading of the Forerunner, is a biblical event, commemorated as a holy day by various Christian churches, where King Herod Antipas had John executed in prison by beheading.
Public Rebuke: John the Baptist publicly criticized Herod Antipas for divorcing his wife and marrying Herodias, the wife of Herod's brother.
Imprisonment: Herod arrested and imprisoned John because of Herodias, though Herod also feared John as a holy man and liked listening to him.
The Promise: During a birthday banquet, Herodias’s daughter (traditionally named Salome) danced for Herod and pleased him so much that he swore an oath to give her anything she asked.
The Demand: Prompted by her mother, the girl asked for John the Baptist's head on a platter.
The Ex*****on: Although distressed, Herod kept his oath for the sake of his guests and sent an executioner to behead John in the prison.
Burial: John's disciples retrieved his headless body and buried it, then went to tell Jesus.

23/08/2026

Feast Day of St Bartholomew 24th August
The Patronal Festival for our church at Hints
The Feast of Saint Bartholomew is a Christian celebration held annually on August 24 in the Western liturgical calendars, including the Catholic Church and the Church of England. It honours one of the original Twelve Apostles of Jesus, who is often identified as Nathanael in the Gospel of John.
Often equated with Nathanael, whom Jesus described as an Israelite "without deceit".
Believed to have travelled and preached the Gospel in India and Armenia, where he was martyred.
Considered the patron saint of butchers, leatherworkers, tanners, and bookbinders.
Frequently depicted in religious art holding a knife or his own skin, reflecting the tradition that he was flayed alive.
The Feast of Saint Bartholomew serves as a reminder of the early apostles' sacrifices and their foundational role in the Christian faith. It provides an opportunity for believers to reflect on the qualities of Saint Bartholomew and to seek inspiration from his example. His story underscores themes of faith, mission, and perseverance, which continue to resonate in Christian teachings and practice. The legacy of Saint Bartholomew and the significance of his feast day extend beyond the liturgical calendar, influencing Christian art, literature, and communal practices. The apostle's life and martyrdom continue to inspire devotion and reflection among Christians worldwide. However, the feast of Saint Bartholomew is also marred by the stain of the massacre which occurred on the same date in 1572.

22/08/2026

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20/08/2026

15/08/2026

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!!
In Weeford Church on
Sunday 20th September @ 4pm (1600 hrs)
The return of the "Boy Band"

NO DIRECTION

Singing hits from 50’s, 60’s and 70’s join in and sing-along!

Tickets £10 to include light refreshments available from
Janice 07816104942 [email protected]
Proceeds to Weeford Church & Acorn Children's Hospice

15/08/2026

Feast day of The Blessed Virgin Mary 15th August
The Assumption of Mary is a Catholic dogma that Mary, at the end of her earthly life, was taken body and soul into heaven. It is celebrated on 15 August.
It leaves open the question of whether Mary died or whether she was raised to eternal life without bodily death.
The equivalent belief in the Eastern Christianity is the Dormition of the Mother of God or the "Falling Asleep of the Mother of God". In the Lutheran Churches, 15 August is celebrated as the Feast of St. Mary. A number of Anglican denominations observe 15 August under various titles, including the Feast of Saint Mary the Virgin or the Falling Asleep of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The word 'assumption' derives from the Latin word assūmptiō, meaning 'taking up'.

08/08/2026

Services at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Sunday August 9th 2026 11am Parish Eucharist.
Rev’d Ashley Hines
Service will be at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Sunday August 16th 11am Morning Prayer
Dr Trevor James
Service will be at WEEFORD CHURCH
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" SAVE THE DATE "
Sunday 20th September @ 4pm (1600 hrs)
The return of the "Boy Band"
NO DIRECTION
Singing hits from 50’s, 60’s and 70’s join in and sing-along!
Tickets available shortly.
Contact Janice 07816104942 [email protected]
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Sunday August 23rd 2026 11am Parish Eucharist.
Rev’d Ashley Hines
Service will be at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Sunday August 30th 10:30am Benefice Service
for all 3 churches
at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Sunday 6th September NO SERVICE at Weeford Church
11am service at St Bartholomew’s HINTS
Rev’d Ashley Hines
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Sunday September 13th 2026 11am Morning Prayer
Dr Trevor James
Service will be at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Sunday September 20th 11am Morning Prayer
Dr Trevor James
Service will be at WEEFORD CHURCH
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Rev’d Ashley Hines Vicar of Whittington, Weeford and Hints.
Normal working days are: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Mobile: 07831766604. Landline: 01543 387687

03/08/2026

Many congratulations to Robert Uwejoma and Kirsty Watkins, married at Weeford Church recently. It was a truly happy and joyful occasion.