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April 2019
Palm Procession from St Wilfrid’s to St Mary’s
Join us in walking through the streets with music and singing as we remember the journey Jesus made to Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday. Followed by Parish Mass at St Mary’s at 10am. There will be no Mass at St Faith’s nor St Wilfrid’s that Sunday. #LentPilgrim
Service for Good Friday led by the Young People of St Mary’s
A service for Good Friday led by the young people and children of St Mary’s. Join us as we reflect on the journey that Jesus made on this day for us. #LentPilgrim
May 2019
The St Mary’s May Fayre
The Annual Community Fayre & celebration of life in Fratton is held in the church & grounds each May Bank Holiday Monday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Each year around 10,000 visitors enjoy this event with its variety of attractions – Real Ale Tent; Arena displays; Morris dancers; Bouncy Castle; Bands; Funfair rides & much more. Enquiries for pitches may be made to mayfayre@portseaparish.co.uk The Church is open with displays, refreshments and music throughout the day. The Organ Project…
Christian Aid Big Breakfast at St Faith’s
Support Christian Aid at a breakfast with bacon rolls, cereals, fruit, toast and much more. Minimum cost £1 for each item. Tea/coffee/fruit juice 50p. You can donate more if you wish!
Easter Bunny Drive at St Faith’s
A fun seasonal variation on a Beetle Drive. Pay on the door. £2.50 each. All takings will go to Christian Aid.
June 2019
Coffee Morning & Mini-Market at St Faith’s
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds for the Kurdish Women’s Group who meet at the Church.
A Coffee Morning for Father’s Day at St Wilfrid’s
A morning of refreshments and competitions to celebrate Father’s Day and to raise some funds.
July 2019
Musical Allsorts Concert at St Wilfrid’s
A concert that includes music for a range of recorders, guitar, piano and singers in aid of the Mothers’ Union AFIA Holiday scheme and St Mary’s Parish branch. Tickets £2.50 which includes refreshments and available on the door.
Coffee Morning & Mini-Market at St Faith’s
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds for St Faith’s church.
Love Our Oceans / Messy Blue at St Mary’s
Free climate change event, 10am – 12pm, with lots of activities for children and lots for adults too! Displays by Greenpeace, Christian Aid, Fairtrade and many others. Speakers from A Rocha and Wildlife Trust including Meric Srokosz of the National Oceanography Centre and author of “Blue Planet, Blue God”. Please bring a picnic lunch to enjoy in the church grounds at 12 o’clock.
Music for a Summer Afternoon, Strawberry Tea & Tower Open at St Mary’s
From 1:30 pm until 4 pm Music in the Church Yard The Music Foundation present Music for a Summer Afternoon. A selection of musicians perform works in the Church yard including brass music, choral music and other instrumentalists. The concert is free with a chance to give a donation towards the work of the St Mary’s Music Foundation charity which seeks to inspire local young people and support them in developing their musical skills. From 2:30 pm until 4 pm…
Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s Church
A chance to raise some funds with Coffee, Chat and Cakes.
August 2019
Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s Church
A morning of coffee, cake and chat to raise money.
Portsea Parish Anniversary Celebrations at St Mary’s
10 am Open Air Parish Mass in St Mary’s Church Yard A day celebrating the life of the Parish and the beauty of creation, as we prepare to celebrate our Patronal Festival (like a birthday). 12 pm onwards Picinic with Entertainment Bring your own picnic and enjoy the churchyard and the music and entertainment 2 pm to 4 pm Tower Open Climb the Tower of St Mary’s and enjoy the spectacular views of the city and the church interior. Terms…
September 2019
St Mary’s Church Patronal Mass
As we celebrate a special day in the life of St Mary’s Church we welcome as our Preacher – Very Revd Anthony Cane, The Dean of Portsmouth Anglican Cathedral. The service is followed by a Parish BBQ at noon.
Parish BBQ at St Mary’s
A chance to catch up with friends old and new and enjoy a BBQ lunch (tickets £2) following the 10am morning service. Tickets available at all 3 churches or book your ticket on 023 9281 4444.
Nearly New & Table Top Sale and Open Day at St Mary’s
Visit this historic Church and climb the Tower for panoramic views of the city, or pick through the bargains at the Nearly New Sale. Refreshments also available. Terms and conditions for Climbing St Mary’s Tower: Do’s and don’ts: Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times; No children under the age of 5yrs or under 1m tall allowed to climb the tower; No babies to be carried in arms or in slings etc; No opened toed shoes, sandals…
Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s Church
A morning of coffee, cake and chat to raise money.
Fratton Family Festival
The Fifth Festival celebrating life in Fratton, organised by Fratton Big Local. Live music, activities and entertainment for all ages. The festival is held at the Southern end of Fratton Road.
Messy Harvest morning at St Wilfrid’s
A morning exploring our Harvest using music, art, craft, play and ending with a free lunch.
Harvest Services at all Three Churches
A chance to thank God for the gifts of creation which we enjoy every day and to think about how we can share those gifts with others. Service starts at 10am at St Mary’s. Service starts 9:30am at St Wilfrid’s and St Faith’s.
Macmillan Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s
A coffee morning held on behalf of the Macmillan Trust.
Choir Open Evening for Young People
An opportunity for interested young people to come and see what it is like to be in the Choir at St Mary’s, hear about what is involved and meet other young choristers.
October 2019
Coffee Morning & Mini-Market at St Faith’s
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds, and to begin to mark the celebrations for St Faith’s Day (October 6th).
St Mary’s Autumn Fayre
Support the work of the Church as it seeks to raise funds to support its work in the area. Traditional stalls for bric-a-brac, cakes, books and crafts; independent stall holders offering a range of crafts and other goods; refreshments; games; a raffle etc, and a chance to visit this splendid historic Church building.
November 2019
Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s Church
A chance to raise some funds with Coffee, Chat and Cakes.
Coffee Morning at St Faith’s
Coffee, chat, cakes and a chance to raise money for charity.
Christmas Fair at St Wilfrid’s
Come and enjoy a traditional fair with stalls, games, raffle and refreshments.
#FollowTheStar Messy Advent
A free morning event exploring Advent with art, craft, music, lantern making and wreath making followed by a free lunch for all the family – ending at 1pm.
December 2019
Portsmouth District Scouting Christingle Service
Join the beavers, cubs, scouts, explorers and leaders and their families from the Portsmouth scouting District in this special service reflecting on the coming of Jesus the Light of the world.
Fratton Big Local Festival of Lights at St Mary’s
A procession of lanterns and light through Fratton ending with entertainment in the Church. Fratton Big Local helping Fratton to shine. Weather permitting the procession will leave the Royal British Legion Club at Fratton Bridge at 6.00pm and should arrive at St Mary’s by 6.30pm. The theme this year is ‘’The Sea’’ so look out for jellyfish , squid and puffer fish in Fratton Road . Not to mention a Whale and the annual return of the Fratton Fox. Over…
Christingle Celebration at St Faith’s
Supporting the Children’s Society we celebrate the light of the world.
The Annual “News” Carol Service at St Mary’s
Join local schoolchildren and their families in celebrating the Christmas Story at a Christingle service held with the support of ‘The News’.
Reindeer Drive for Christian Aid at St Faith’s
A Beetle Drive with a seasonal difference to raise funds for Christian Aid Christmas Appeal– tickets £2.50
Nativity Service at St Mary’s
The Christmas story is told by our children and young people as we celebrate the sharing of the greatest gift. With carols and music accompanied by the Choir. Any children who wish to take part in the drama should arrive by 4pm for dress rehearsal.
Nativity Service & Christingle at St Wilfrid’s
The Christmas story is told by our Children & Young people, as we celebrate the sharing of the greatest gift & celebrate the Light of the World with the giving out of Christingles
Christmas Day Mass and Carols at St Mary’s
Come and give thanks for the greatest gift we have ever been given.
Parish Mass at St Mary’s
This morning is a Parish Mass at St Mary’s. There will be no morning services at St Faith’s nor St Wilfrid’s.
January 2020
Coffee Morning at St Faith’s
Join us for a chance to chat, enjoy some coffee and a legendary Bacon Buttie, and help us raise some funds.
Royal Marines School of Music Family Concert at St Mary’s
A concert for all the family held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church. Tickets available at the door, or telephone the Royal Marines School of Music Office to book tickets on 02392 726181. Children are free, Standard Ticket £10, Concessions £9. Don’t miss concerts and musical events in St Mary’s, sign up for our events newsletter at portseaparish.co.uk/connect.
February 2020
Sung Mass for Candlemas with Guest Preacher at St Mary’s
A service to celebrate the “Light to lighten the Nations”. At St Mary’s the quest preacher is Revd Sally Davenport, Holy Trinity Fareham. Did you know that the Christmas season officially ends this weekend? Whilst the trees have come down, the decorations packed away and the food long since eaten, the church’s celebration of Christ’s coming into the world actually ends this Sunday. Please do join us at one of our services this Sunday morning where we will celebrate Candlemas.…
A Valentine’s Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid’s
A morning of refreshments and competitions to mark St Valentine’s day. Funds raised will go to support the British Heart Foundation.
‘Snow White & The Several Dwarfs’ Parish Panto at St Wilfrid’s
St Mary’s Parish Panto is “Snow White & The Several Dwarfs”. Come and enjoy a traditional panto and see members of the Parish enjoying themselves – including “spot the clergy” in disguise on stage. Performances at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets cost £4 or £2 for under 16’s, and are available at all 3 churches, or book yours on 023 9281 4444.
‘Snow White & The Several Dwarfs’ Parish Panto at St Wilfrid’s
St Mary’s Parish Panto is “Snow White & The Several Dwarfs”. Come and enjoy a traditional panto and see members of the Parish enjoying themselves – including “spot the clergy” in disguise on stage. Performances at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets cost £4 or £2 for under 16’s, and are available at all 3 churches, or book yours on 023 9281 4444.
A Caribbean Party & Pancake Races at St Mary’s
Come and celebrate Shrove Tuesday with us – something for everyone! Family Friendly Quiz on the Caribbean; Pancake Races; Caribbean Food (from 7:30pm), then music and dancing until 10pm. Tickets are £3 adult, £1 child available from all 3 churches, or book yours on 023 9281 4444.
March 2020
Coffee Morning at St Faith’s
Join us for a chance to chat, enjoy some coffee and cake, and help us raise some funds for the Bishop’s Lent Appeal.
Messy Mothering at St Mary’s – CANCELLED
Cancelled in light of advice regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mothering Sunday Special Services at St Mary’s – TO BE STREAMED
Not open to the public in light of advice regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be streamed on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/PortseaParish/) and http://portseaparish.co.uk 10:00 St Mary’s Church, Fratton Road, Portsmouth, PO1 5PA. Tel: 023 9281 4444.
Spring Fayre at St Wilfrid’s – CANCELLED
Cancelled in light of advice regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 2025
A Big Breakfast for Christian Aid
A chance to enjoy the legendary Bacon butties and help raise funds for Christian Aid.