Saint Paul's Church, Landkey

Our services have now settled into the new routine which allows for some relaxation of the Covid restrictions which applied prior to 19th July 2021. We are singing again and are finding that congregation members wear a face mask for some of the time during the service.

The liturgy (or, Order of Service) for our services  may be downloaded via the links below to enable online participants to follow the proceedings. We have made available those that relate to the different types of service that we hold. The type of service for each Sunday is announced on the Service Times page.

Please note that there will be no service in St Paul’s on 31st October as a joint Mission Community service will be held at St James' Church, Swimbridge at 10am on that day.

All are welcome, either in the church or online!

Updated 24th October 2021

• Link to Zoom service on Sunday 7th November 2021 from 10:15am
• Liturgy for Morning Prayer
• Liturgy for Holy Communion
• Liturgy for Family Service

Covid restrictions - our response to their easing

Following the lifting of almost all remaining Covid restrictions on 19th July, St Paul's has done likewise. It has been a gradual process, though, as we want worshippers to have the opportunity to become accustomed to the new status quo and not feel uncomfortable coming to services, especially while the infection rate remains high.

The main change so far has been the re-introduction of singing which seems to be appreciated by congregation members. In addition, we are now (September 2021) offering refreshments after each service.

Our other Covid-related procedures are as follows:

• We are not actively encouraging mask wearing but recommend that worshippers bring one along to wear if they find themselves in a situation where they would prefer to do so.
• We are not planning for social distancing but are happy for people to space themselves out according to their own judgement.
• Hand sanitiser is available at the door for anyone who would like to use it.
• We no long be record the names of attendees but will retain the QR code in the porch for those who would like to check in.
• Holy Communion continues to be offered as bread only, although we may introduce the wine in a Covid-safe way soon (Sept 2021). The taking of Communion is optional, of course!

Current as at 24th October 2021

The current Church of England guidance upon which our procedures are based is available to download here:

• Church of England Covid 19 Guidance from 19th July 2021

Harvest Service - almost like old times!

It was a pleasure to arrive in church on 26th September to find the pews well occupied and to witness the flowers, fruit and veg which had been skilfully arranged to give colour and a feeling of abundance for our Harvest Service.

The service was led by Josie Foster, with a reading given by Angela Bellamy. The theme was one of thanksgiving for the abundance of God's creation and of his love for mankind.

Several members of the congregation who had not been in the church since the pandemic began were present and it was good to seen them, as well as some newer members. All in all, it felt a little like old times!

St Paul’s: A Church for the Future?
The events of the past year have had unwelcome effects on many village organisations, including St Paul’s. Restrictions caused by the pandemic are, thankfully, easing and we are now focusing our attention on the future. We believe that there is support for St Paul’s from within our growing parish and we would like to build on that to create a church which will serve the needs of its community in the years ahead. Among plans under consideration is the installation of a toilet to help make the building more versatile. Opening the building more often than just on Sunday mornings is an objective, as is the wish to broaden the range of services held, while retaining their reverence. We now have an internet connection making the streaming of services online possible and we would like to upgrade the current technology to reduce our reliance on printed material. Landkey is fortunate to have a beautiful historic church in its midst and it is our aim to ensure that its future is secured for generations to come! If you would like to be a part of this endeavour, please feel free to get in touch through our Contact Us page. 8th August 2021