Activities

There are activities or groups to suit nearly everyone at St Mary's.

 

Bookstall   St Mary's Bookstall is usually open on the 2nd and 3rd Sundays of the month after the Parish Communion Service. It stocks books, cards and resource material including items from Wesley Owen.     Library   The Library has a wide range of books covering aspects of the Christian faith, the Bible, spiritual life and prayer. There is also a good selection of children's books. Browse and borrow in the Dilworth Room during coffee on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month after the Parish Communion Service.	Bell Ringers   The bell ringers contribute to the worship at St Mary's by ringing on Sundays, or weddings and on other occasions. There is a strong mixed team but those wishing to learn are always welcome.   St Mary's Choir   is a traditional SATB group of adults and juniors affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music.   First Sunday Musicians   These singers and instrumentalists lead the musical worship at the All-Age Service on the First Sunday of each month.
House Groups   Several house groups meet fortnightly or monthly in private homes for study and discussion of the Christian way of life. Some groups are well-established although newcomers are always welcome and new groups can be formed as needed.     Revive   A group for women meeting on the last Friday of each month for reading, refreshment and a chance to chat.     Sunday Evening Prayer Group   A small group meeting for informal prayer in church on Sunday evenings. The group is open to all. top	Children's Groups click here     Toddler Time   For babies and children up to 5 years Meets on Tuesdays at 1.30 pm     Church Raiders   For young people aged 9 - 14.  Meets on the second Sunday of the month at 6.30 pm     Junior Choir   For young people aged 7 - 16 who enjoy singing Meets on Fridays at 6.45 pm
Traidcraft Fairly traded goods are available from the stall in the Church Hall on the 4th Sunday of the month.	Hospital Chapel Team   Once a month a group from St Mary's leads or assists with the Sunday Half-hour Service in the Chapel of Bedford's South Wing hospital
St Mary's Women's Fellowship   meets on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7.30 pm in the Church Hall to hear invited speakers and for light refreshments. Some meetings are open to men.   top	Flower Arrangers   Catering Team   Brass Cleaners   If you are interested in any of the groups on this page please click the links or contact the office or clergy for more information.