Altcar Parish Church- The Church in the Countryside
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St Michaels Day 29th September 9.30am
Join us to celebrate but first a little History- In the fifth century, a basilica near Rome was dedicated in honour of Saint Michael the Archangel on 30th September, beginning with celebrations on the eve of that day. The 29th September is now kept in honour of Saint Michael and all Angels throughout western churches. The name Michaelmas comes from a shortening of "Michael's Mass", in the same style as Christmas (Christ's Mass) and Candlemas (Candle Mass, the Mass where traditionally the candles to be used throughout the year would be blessed
St Michaels and All Angels Church Lord Sefton Way, Altcar L37 5AA.
Fairtrade Sunday Service 22nd September
FairTrade fortnight is an annual celebration of FairTrade. It aims to raise awareness for the need of fairer trade to support the farmers in low income countries. This year Fairtrade are celebrating a fantastic 30 years of FairTrade movement in the UK.
As part of the FairTrade fortnight we will be selling FairTrade Goods in church after the morning service on Sunday the 22nd September.
We will also be joining with Holy Trinity on Saturday the 28th of September to host a FairTrade coffee morning at The Workshop.
Please pop in to The Workshop to support this event.
Our Church Services
Experience Divine Presence- Everyone Invited, Included and Important.
Sunday Worship & Communion
Sundays at 9.30 am
Gather with us to celebrate the teachings of Christ in a welcoming and inclusive environment during our Sunday Holy Communion service with tea & coffee to finish and usually a biscuit or cake.
Midweek Worship & Communion
Wednesdays at 10 am
Take a moment in the middle of your week to connect with God and find solace in our midweek shorter Holy Communion service.
Personal Prayer and Reflection
The church is open daily from 10 am to 3 pm
Immerse yourself in a beautiful sacred space for quiet reflection or private prayer, the church is open for both locals and visitors alike. Located in beautiful quiet grounds where the grass has been allowed to grow naturally in areas to encourage wildlife, here at St Michael and All Angels Church we are proud to be taking part in the initiative "Caring for Gods Acre."
OUR MISSION
God of mission who alone brings growth to our church.
Send your Holy Spirit to give vision to our planning, wisdom to our actions, joy to our worship and power to our witness.
Help our church to grow in numbers, in spiritual commitment to You, and in service to our local community.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen
Altcar Parish Church is a place where faith thrives and our community flourishes. We are committed to having a inclusive congregation where all are welcome to worship and experience God's love and grace.
