About St. Mary's Church

SPECIAL CHURCH SERVICES
Every fourth Sunday we have a healing service. During the service Fr. Patrick Kerley lays hands on those who wish it. It's a very moving service and everyone is welcome.

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INFORMATION

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ABOVE IS Fr. PATRICK AND HIS WIFE LORNA.

BELOW IS Fr. RICHARD AND Fr. ANTHONY

THE CHRISM MASS AT THE PARISH CHURCH IN LITTLE WALSINGHAM

The Blessing of Oils is a significant ritual that takes place during the Chrism Mass, celebrated by the bishop and priests of a diocese. Usually held during Holy Week, this sacred ceremony serves as a moment of unity and renewal for the clergy as they gather to bless the oils used in the sacraments throughout the year. There are three types of oils that are blessed: the Oil of the Sick, the Oil of Catechumens, and Sacred Chrism, each with its own profound purpose in the life of the Church. The Oil of the Sick is used to anoint those who are ill, offering comfort and healing. The Oil of Catechumens is applied to those preparing for baptism, symbolising their strength and preparation in faith. Finally, Sacred Chrism is used in the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and ordination, signifying the gift of the Holy Spirit. This beautiful tradition not only highlights the importance of these sacred oils but also invites the faithful to reflect on their own spiritual journey and the grace bestowed through the sacraments.

Who We Are

We currently have three retired clegy, a Churchwarden, and an enthusiastic PCC.

We are in interregnum as our last priest in charge retired in 2022. We have Episcopal Oversight under the care of the Bishop of Richborough. The Diocese is in the process of linking St. Mary's church with the church of St. John the Baptist , Lound, to form a new benefice. This wIll be the Lothingland Benefice.

A NEW APPOINTMENT HAS BEEN MADE BY  THE DIOCESE OF NORWICH. Fr. DAVID BAILEY SSC WILL BE JOINING US SOON.

OUR NEW BISHOP OF RICHBOROUGH WAS CONSECRATED ON 27TH FEBRUARY AT CANTERBURY CCATHEDRAL. SOME FROM HEMSBY AND LOUND CHURCHES  ATTENDED HIS FIRST CHRISM MASS AT THE PARISH CHURCH IN LITTLE WALSINGHAM. IT WAS A WONDERFUL OCCASION. 

Easter Coffee Morning & Mothering Sunday

We had a very successful Easter coffee morning. It was a thoroughly enjoyable morning and thank you to everyone who came, it was lovely to see you all.

Mothering Sunday Service was lovely. Olivia Muldowney and Cassey Bowles did a fantastic job handing out flowers

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NEWS AND EVENTS
COFFEE MORNINGS!!

  • 18th MARCH
  • 15th APRIL  EASTER EGG TOMBOLA
  • 6th MAY PLANT SALE
  • 10th JUNE
  • 8th JULY
  • 5th AUGUST
  • 2nd SEPTEMBER
  • 30th SEPTEMBER

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