Parish Groups

Our parish is home to a variety of groups that support the life of the Church and help build a strong, welcoming community. From social events and creative gatherings to pastoral support, parish leadership, and environmental action, there are many ways to get involved and share in parish life.

Community & Social

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Social Group

Our Social Group brings parishioners and friends together through a range of enjoyable events across the year. The most popular of these are our quiz nights, including our annual Christmas Quiz and Grand Raffle, which are always well attended.

Over the years, the group has also organised race nights, games evenings, meals out, and sports activities. Funds raised through these events are donated to charitable causes suggested by the Parish Priest or parishioners. The group also supports special parish celebrations and welcome events, helping with planning, refreshments, room set-up, and hosting. New members and fresh ideas are always welcome.

Craft Group

Our Craft Group meets every Monday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm in St Mary’s meeting room. It is a relaxed and friendly gathering where people bring along their own projects, including knitting, sewing, embroidery, painting, crochet, crystal art, and model building.

Alongside creativity, the group also enjoys tea, coffee, and conversation, making it a lovely opportunity for friendship as well as craft.

Parish Leadership & Support

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Parish Finance Group

The Parish Finance Group meets quarterly, with membership determined in accordance with Diocesan guidelines.

SVP Group

The SVP Group meets every two to three months, as required. Its work is carried out in accordance with the Charity Acts and the national guidance of the St Vincent de Paul Society. All members are DBS checked and complete the relevant training required for their role.

Parish Pastoral Council

The Parish Pastoral Council works closely with the Parish Priest to support and develop the mission of the Church within the parish and the wider community. The council meets four times each year and currently has nine members. New members are appointed as needed through election or co-option.

Church Cleaning Group

The Church Cleaning Group helps care for and maintain our church, meeting room, and kitchen, ensuring these spaces remain clean, welcoming, and ready for parish life. Cleaning takes place on a monthly basis, usually on a Monday, with dates confirmed in the weekly bulletin. New volunteers are always welcome to support this important part of parish life.

Faith & Worship

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Spirituality Group

The Spirituality Group is an informal gathering that meets several times a year to reflect on and support the parish’s prayer and worship life. Working alongside the Parish Priest, the group helps explore ideas for seasons such as Advent and Lent, as well as topics including music and liturgy. Meetings are open to anyone who would like to contribute.

Journey in Faith (RCIA)

Our Journey in Faith programme, also known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), offers a welcoming and supportive space for those who are exploring the Catholic faith, considering becoming Catholic, or wishing to deepen their understanding of it. Beginning in the autumn and continuing through to Easter, the programme includes a series of informal gatherings, discussions, and reflections led by Fr David. Participants are guided through the teachings, traditions, and spiritual life of the Church, with the opportunity to receive the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter. All are welcome, wherever they may be on their faith journey.

Care for Creation

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Laudato Si’ Group

Our parish has an active Laudato Si’ Group, which has met regularly since June 2021. Open to all parishioners with an interest in environmental issues, the group is inspired by the teaching of Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’.

Throughout the year, the group organises a variety of activities, including an annual parish survey encouraging environmentally conscious action, bulb planting, plant sharing, and the development of a wild garden within the parish grounds to support local biodiversity.

Interested in joining a group?

If you would like to find out more about any of our parish groups, or feel called to get involved, we would be delighted to hear from you.