The Season of Lent

On Tuesday (‘Shrove Tuesday’) we will be enjoying the traditional pancakes associated with the day before the commencement of Lent. This day is also known as Mardi Gras (meaning ‘Fat Tuesday’), a day for consuming everything from the pantry and having a good time before a restrained and self-denying observance of the Lenten season. This…

Services in Advent

Advent is a wonderful season of quiet and contemplative waiting – in readiness for the coming of Jesus. Each of the services below is followed by a cup of tea or coffee and some refreshment shared among friends. 15 December Third Sunday of Advent9.15 am Sung Eucharist at St James, Thornbury11.00 am Sung Eucharist at…