Welcome.

St Thomas’ Church is part of a group of 4 churches served by our Rector and a small team of clergy. Each church has one or more church wardens, together with a group of volunteers who work within the church and the wider community. We also have a youth congregation which meets on Thursday evenings in the Rectory.

We invite you to share in our worship, friendship and activities. We believe that people of all ages can join in and benefit from the opportunities for Christian discipleship and fellowship made possible in this parish.

If you are not a church-goer, or if you haven't been to church for some time, come and try it for yourself, you may be pleasantly surprised. You will certainly be joining people who feel that church gives enrichment to their lives. We assure you of a warm welcome.

Sundays in October 2024

Welcome to our services in October and our Harvest Festival Services. We will also hold our All Souls Memorial Services – a time to give thanks for and remember our loved ones who have gone on ahead of us into God’s presence. During these services there will be an opportunity to light a candle in memory of our loved ones. Book in or just turn up. continue bible series - Acts and the Early Church.

We have teamed up with St Georges Church, Pontesbury to do a monthly meditation service, at 7pm on the second Sunday of the month, alternating between St Georges and Longden. The first one will be at St Georges and The Revd Greg Smith will lead with an Ignatian style gathering of prayer, meditation and reflection lating one hour with a break for refreshments half way through. Do join us in our worship of God.

Upcoming events

Thursday 24th October

10:00am - 11:00am -

Holy Communion

Sunday 27th October

11:00am -

Holy Communion

6:30pm -

All Souls Memorial Service, Longden

Sunday 3rd November

11:00am -

Holy Communion

On the third Sunday at Hanwood at 4.30pm we've introduced a new service – Songs of Praise. This is an informal service in which people are asked to choose their favourite hymn and say why they have chosen it.
We also have reading(s) from the Bible, a short reflection and prayers. The service lasts about 45 minutes. Refreshments are provided after the service.

Do come and sing along with us. If you'd like to sing a particular hymn, please get in touch with our curate Freddie Strong who'd love to hear from you. revfreddiestrong@gmail.com