All welcome to our Ash Wednesday service on 18th February, 7.30pm at St Mary’s Church.
Ash Wednesday marks the start of the season of Lent, a time for reflecting on our lives and seeking God. The service will include Holy Communion, and the opportunity to receive the ‘imposition of ashes’ - receiving the sign of the cross on your forehead with ashes, as a symbol of turning away from all that we know is wrong, and towards Jesus and the life of love and faith he calls us to live.
Lent is a time to pause and reflect - you are warmly invited to join us on this journey.
Over six sessions, we will look at the final words of Jesus on the cross and explore what they mean for our faith today.
Each session helps us reflect on how Jesus invites us :
to forgiveness
to service
to hope
to adoption
to empathy
to trust
When:Every Thursday evening from 19th February to 26th March
Time: Refreshments from 7.15pm - Study at 7.30pm
Where: St John’s Church, Langdon Hills, SS16 6RX
This course is open to everyone. You don’t need to know the Bible well and you don’t need to come every week. Come as you are, you will be very welcome.
Please let Nikki know or put your name down on the list which is at both churches. Email stjohnsca@gmail.com or phone 07720 08926
In 2026 , Beautiful Believers will be hosting our relaxing monthly meditation evenings at St John's Church, Forest Glade, SS16 6RX.
Our next meditation evening is on Tuesday 24th February
Arrive 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
The evening is relaxed and informal , consisting of a 30 minute Christian guided meditation in the main hall with tea and coffee served afterwards for a friendly chat in the coffee bar.
Please bring anything that will help with your comfort during the meditation like a pillow, blanket, floor mat etc..
For more information please contact Amy 07712 471451 or Jill 07906 352639
These are free events but donations are welcome towards the Beautiful Believers hardship fund.
Why not join our WhatsApp group by contacting Amy or Jill or follow us on Facebook "Beautiful Believers Langdon Hills" to find out about future events.
We are blessed in Langdon Hills to have so much beautiful nature on our doorstep. God’s wonder is truly all around us. Please join us for a lovely walk through the woods to Langdon Nature Discovery Centre every 4th Saturday of the month (weather permitting). Meeting outside St John’s Church at 9.30am, the gentle stroll gives us the opportunity to chat and admire the changing seasons as we wander down to the Sensory Garden and then stop for refreshments at the Discovery Centre, which is a perfect opportunity to connect with the local community.
If you would prefer to meet us at the Langdon Nature Discovery Centre for coffee, we will be there at approx 10am. The Post code for the centre is SS16 6EB.
The next Community Walk is scheduled for -
Saturday 28th February 2026
Everyone is welcome.
Good non slip walking shoes and warm clothing is recommended for the Autumn and Winter walks.
Church volunteers have now taking over looking after the gardens at St John's Church. If you would like to join a small team of friendly helpers please get in touch here.
Our St Mary's service continues to be broadcast online.
When you follow the link you will be taken to a youtube page. You do NOT need to have or create a youtube account to view the video. To watch go to the videos section and click on the video you want. Previous services will also be there.
You can find the service in the video section by following this Link
If you would like an order of service follow this Link
And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
In these troubling times which is causing anxiety for many, it’s time to reach-out and support one another.
We want to encourage people to join a new WhatsApp group ‘Reaching-Out’ to provide a simple way to connect folks so that they can ask for support, ministry, advice or give your time to support others. You just need to give us your name and mobile details.
We also are encouraging folks to subscribe on our website so you can receive information directly on what’s happening in our church.
Don’t feel you are alone – our church wants to help.
Please hand your details to one of our church wardens or email comms@langdonhills.net or text 07470 127533