Saint Paul's Church, Landkey

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Bible Study

We are currently running a Bible Study course based on the Gospel of Mark on Wednesdays which all are welcome to attend.The final session will be on 14th December but we hope to run another course during Lent next year.

There are two time slots, the first being 2-3:30pm, with a later one from 7-8:30pm. Please feel free to let us know (via the Contact Us page) if you would like to take part. More information is available in this document:

Trees of Remembrance

This year we have two trees of remembrance, one inside the church, the other in the garden outside.

The tree in the garden (next to the nativity display) enables departed loved ones, whether person or pet, to be remembered. Stars are available next to the tree on which messages may be written. Donations are invited for the Soul Mutts dog rescue charity.

Inside the church is a tree of remembrance for departed (human) loved ones. Cards are available in which messages may be written, placed in an envelope and pegged on the tree. Donations will go towards the upkeep of St Paul's Church.

We thank all in advance for donations made.

Covid practices

News of Covid-19 had faded into the background as other concerns took precedance in recent months. However, with autumn now upon us, there are some signs that infections are rising again and we continue to be alert to any guidance that might be offered to help minimise the risk of infection spreading.

We base our Covid procedures on the current guidance from the Church of England, dated 18th July 2022, a copy of which is available below. We support anyone who would prefer to wear a mask during the service or who wishes to observe social distancing.

We have now returned to offering the bread and wine during Holy Communion at the altar rail again, rather than at the entrance to the choir area.

Remembrance

Our Remembrance events, held on 13th November 2022, were well attended and began with a service in the village hall at 10am, led by Revd John Ewington.

As many as 80 people gathered at the war memorial from 10:45am for the Act of Remembrance, also led by John. Wreaths were laid by Cllr Richard Beer on behalf of Landkey Parish Council and by Peter Soper for St Paul's Church. A wreath was laid on behalf of the Cornish family by Julia Jenkins, niece of Charles Cornish whose name is listed on the memorial. Peter Elder called out the names of the fallen and read the ode, "For the Fallen". The "Kohima Epitaph" was spoken by John Hayes who also bore the standard on behalf of the Burma Star Association.

Remembrance Sunday

We will be remembering those members of our armed forces who have died in the defence of our country at our service of Remembrance on Sunday 13th November 2022.

Proceedings will begin with a service in the village hall at 10 am followed by the Act of Remembrance at the war memorial from 10:45am. Two minutes' silence will be observed at 11am. All are welcome to attend.

A copy of the words to the Act of Remembrance used at the war memorial is available to download here for anyone who would like to follow this part of the proceedings on their mobile phone. Please be aware that this document will be updated in the week beforehand to reflect the final choice of persons to lay the wreaths.

Bible Study

In order to help anyone who like to grow their faith, we are offering two Bible Study courses, the first of which will be run from 9th November until Advent (6 weeks) and will be based on Mark's Gospel. There will be an afternoon session as well as one in the evening.

The second course will take place in Lent next year and will centre on the film 'Chocolat'.

If you would like further information with a view to taking part, please feel free to download this document: