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Events in 2020
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Tuesday 25 February, 0800
Silent Sitting for Shrove Tuesday (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 26 February, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent - Ash Wednesday (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 27 February, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Saturday 29 February, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Sunday 1 March, 0930
Morning Prayer for Lent
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Morning Prayer for Lent
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 1 March, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 1 March, 1230-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social with "Eternal Hotpot" Shared Meal
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social with "Eternal Hotpot" Shared Meal
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
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Sunday 1 March, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "Suffering" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Tuesday 3 March, 0800
Silent Sitting for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 4 March, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 5 March, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
The Permaculture Revolution
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Seb Buckton tells how Stroud is teaching groups from many different lands this important eco-friendly system
Stroud & District U3A:
The Permaculture Revolution
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Seb Buckton tells how Stroud is teaching groups from many different lands this important eco-friendly system
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Thursday 5 March, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Friday 6 March, 1430
World Day of Prayer: "Rise! Take your mat and walk" (Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Road, GL5 2HX - next to the Hospital) A women-led, global, ecumenical movement. This year's service has been prepared by the women of Zimbabwe. A Churches Together in Stroud event |
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Saturday 7 March, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Saturday 7 March, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 8 March, 0930
Sung Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 8 March, 1700
Said Evening Prayer for Lent
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Said Evening Prayer for Lent
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 8 March, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Tuesday 10 March, 0800
Silent Sitting for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 11 March, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 12 March, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Saturday 14 March, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Sunday 15 March, 0930
Sung Holy Communion for Lent followed by Annual Parish Church Meeting (St Laurence Parish Church) All welcome |
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Sunday 15 March, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "The Meaning of Life" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Tuesday 17 March, 0800
Silent Sitting for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 18 March, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 19 March, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 19 March, 1930
Stroud Local History Society:
The Ricardos of Minchinhampton
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Di Wall
Stroud Local History Society:
The Ricardos of Minchinhampton
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Di Wall
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Saturday 21 March, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Saturday 21 March, 1800
Taize Service for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 22 March, 0930
Sung Holy Communion for Lent - Mothering Sunday (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Tuesday 24 March, 0800
Silent Sitting for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 25 March, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent - The Annunciation (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 26 March, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Friday 27 March, 1900
Gloucestershire Police Male Voice Choir 50th Anniversary Spring Concert - in aid of Meningitis Now! (St Laurence Parish Church) Over the years, the Gloucestershire Police Male Voice Choir has raised more than £750,000 for local charities and other good causes, and in 2020 they are celebrating their Golden Jubilee. To mark this notable milestone, they are putting on a series of concerts across the county throughout 2020, and this Stroud concert is in support of local Stroud-based charity Meningitis Now! A great evening of fantastic choral music. 
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Saturday 28 March, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1100) |
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Saturday 28 March, 1830
Stroud Choral Youth Choir & The Minpins - "Songs for Springtime 2020" (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 29 March
Stroud Parish Churches Joint Holy Communion
With Guest Venerable Hilary Dawson, Archdeacon of Gloucester
(St Matthew's Church, Church Road, Cainscross, GL5 4JE)
Followed by a 'Bring & Share' lunch
All welcome
Stroud Parish Churches Joint Holy Communion
With Guest Venerable Hilary Dawson, Archdeacon of Gloucester
(St Matthew's Church, Church Road, Cainscross, GL5 4JE)
Followed by a 'Bring & Share' lunch
All welcome
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Tuesday 31 March, 0800
Silent Sitting for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 1 April, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 2 April, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
Glorious Coloured Gemstones
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Local gemmologist Helen Plumb delves into the geology, history and value of gemstones
Stroud & District U3A:
Glorious Coloured Gemstones
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Local gemmologist Helen Plumb delves into the geology, history and value of gemstones
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Thursday 2 April, 1900
Guided Meditation for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Saturday 4 April, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Lent (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Saturday 4 April, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Easter Holy Week
Palm Sunday 5 April - Easter Sunday 12 April
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Palm Sunday 5 April - Easter Sunday 12 April
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Sunday 5 April, 0930
Morning Prayer for Palm Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Morning Prayer for Palm Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 5 April, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion for Holy Week - Palm Sunday (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 5 April, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social with "Eternal Hotpot" shared meal
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social with "Eternal Hotpot" shared meal
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
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Sunday 5 April, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM - LIVE (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Tuesday 7 April, 0800
Silent Sitting for Holy Week (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Wednesday 8 April, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Holy Week (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Thursday 9 April
Guided Meditation for Holy Week - Maundy Thursday (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Friday 10 April, 0800-0830
Silent Prayer for Good Friday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
Silent Prayer for Good Friday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
Saturday 11 April, 0800-0830
Silent Prayer for Easter Saturday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
Silent Prayer for Easter Saturday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
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Saturday 11 April, 0830
Daybreak Morning Prayer for Easter Saturday (St Laurence Parish Church) Led by Steve Saville Followed by Open Church and a chance to see Mary Flitcroft's exhibition "Stopping Places: Stations of the Cross" (to 1500) |
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Sunday 12 April, 0800-0830
Silent Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
Silent Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Led by Revd Judy Howard
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Sunday 12 April, 0930
Sung Holy Communion for Easter Sunday (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 12 April, 1700
Said Evening Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Said Evening Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 12 April, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance for Easter Sunday (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Thursday 16 April, 1930
Stroud Local History Society:
Who Do You Think You Are?
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A personal journey through 500 years of family history – Who were Howard Beard's ancestors?
Stroud Local History Society:
Who Do You Think You Are?
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A personal journey through 500 years of family history – Who were Howard Beard's ancestors?
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Saturday 18 April, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 19 April, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "The Existence of God" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Monday 20 - Friday 24 April
Youth Arts for Earth Protectors
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Youth Arts for Earth Protectors
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Saturday 25 April
Thames Head Singers in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Thames Head Singers in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 3 May, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 3 May, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
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Sunday 3 May, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "Life After Death" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Friday 8 May
Stroud Team Ministry - Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of VE Day
(St Matthew's Curch, Church Road, Cainscross, GL5 4JE)
Would anyone who remembers the original occasion be willing to come forward and share their memories, either live on the day itself, or in the displays we'll be putting up for schoolchildren to look at during the week leading up to the anniversary? If so, please contact Myn Cotterill on 01453 752322
Stroud Team Ministry - Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of VE Day
(St Matthew's Curch, Church Road, Cainscross, GL5 4JE)
Would anyone who remembers the original occasion be willing to come forward and share their memories, either live on the day itself, or in the displays we'll be putting up for schoolchildren to look at during the week leading up to the anniversary? If so, please contact Myn Cotterill on 01453 752322
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Sunday 10 May, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Saturday 16 May
Churches Together in Stroud -
Town Centre Collection in aid of Christian Aid Week
(Stroud Town Centre)
Volunteers welcome - please contact 'secretary.ctis@gmail.com'
Churches Together in Stroud -
Town Centre Collection in aid of Christian Aid Week
(Stroud Town Centre)
Volunteers welcome - please contact 'secretary.ctis@gmail.com'
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Saturday 16 May, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Saturday 16 May, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 17 May, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "Climate Change" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Friday 22 May - Sunday 24 May
Stroud Jazz Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Details to be confirmed
Stroud Jazz Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Details to be confirmed
Thursday 4 June, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
The Other Michelangelo - The Life and Loves of Caravaggio
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Ian Cooper
Stroud & District U3A:
The Other Michelangelo - The Life and Loves of Caravaggio
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Ian Cooper
Saturday 6 June
The Door Fundraising Concert: Sorelle Opera Trio
(St Laurence Parish Church)
The Door Fundraising Concert: Sorelle Opera Trio
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 7 June, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 7 June, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
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Sunday 7 June, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "Creation" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Saturday 13 June, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 14 June, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Saturday 20 June, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 21 June, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM "Prophecy" (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Thursday 2 July, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
The Artistry, Craftsmanship and Challenge of Stonemasonry
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Caroline Horwood, who has worked on Gloucester Cathedral, tells about her special skills
Stroud & District U3A:
The Artistry, Craftsmanship and Challenge of Stonemasonry
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Caroline Horwood, who has worked on Gloucester Cathedral, tells about her special skills
Friday 3 July - Saturday 4 July
Stroud Sacred Music Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Sacred Music Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Sunday 5 July, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 5 July, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
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Sunday 5 July, 1830-2000
Illuminate Stroud: ENGINE ROOM - LIVE (St Laurence Parish Church) Inspiring, equipping and empowering Christian young people to be culture changers in their school communities through active and open faith in Jesus For young people in school years 6-13 from all church backgrounds or none |
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Sunday 12 July, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Saturday 18 July, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 2 August, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 2 August, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Thursday 6 August, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
Wytchfinder
(St Laurence Church Hall)
John Putley tells the history of witches and witch-hunting
Stroud & District U3A:
Wytchfinder
(St Laurence Church Hall)
John Putley tells the history of witches and witch-hunting
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Sunday 9 August, 1930
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance (St Laurence Parish Church) Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair |
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Saturday 15 August - Sunday 23 August
"The Golden Spire"
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Confirmation of and details to follow
"The Golden Spire"
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Confirmation of and details to follow
Thursday 3 September, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
A Lifetime in Music
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With live jazz piano illustrations from Roger Browne
Stroud & District U3A:
A Lifetime in Music
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With live jazz piano illustrations from Roger Browne
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Sunday 6 September, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 6 September, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Thursday 17 September, 1930
Stroud Local History Society:
Frank Hornby and the History of Toymaking
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With David Nathan
Stroud Local History Society:
Frank Hornby and the History of Toymaking
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With David Nathan
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Saturday 19 September, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Thursday 1 October, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
AGM
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Stroud & District U3A:
AGM
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Saturday 3 October
One World Choral Theatre
with Glorious Corus
(St Laurence Parish Church)
One World centres on the idea of imminent human evolutionary change anticipated by several ancient cultures around the world. The show tracks some of the key milestones of the last 2,000 years, including industrialization, colonialism, the war machine and the resulting threat to our natural world, inviting the audience to reflect on both the past and the future. One World is a powerful, moving production, ultimately leaving the audience with a sense of hope and positivity for the future. The music will be performed by Glorious Chorus and spoken word contributions will be from Matt Harvey, Liv Torc, Alexander Rhodes & Harula Ladd.
One World Choral Theatre
with Glorious Corus
(St Laurence Parish Church)
One World centres on the idea of imminent human evolutionary change anticipated by several ancient cultures around the world. The show tracks some of the key milestones of the last 2,000 years, including industrialization, colonialism, the war machine and the resulting threat to our natural world, inviting the audience to reflect on both the past and the future. One World is a powerful, moving production, ultimately leaving the audience with a sense of hope and positivity for the future. The music will be performed by Glorious Chorus and spoken word contributions will be from Matt Harvey, Liv Torc, Alexander Rhodes & Harula Ladd.
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Sunday 4 October, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 4 October, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Thursday 15 October, 1930
Stroud Local History Society:
The BBC at War
(St Laurence Church Hall)
The role of broadcasting during the Second World War
With Vernon Harwood
Stroud Local History Society:
The BBC at War
(St Laurence Church Hall)
The role of broadcasting during the Second World War
With Vernon Harwood
Friday 16 October
Dursley Male Voice Choir Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Dursley Male Voice Choir Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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Saturday 17 October, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 1 November, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 1 November, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Thursday 5 November, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
Tackling Emergencies in World Disaster Zones
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Richard Silverwood describes his dramatic role with the German Technische Hilfswerk Service
Stroud & District U3A:
Tackling Emergencies in World Disaster Zones
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Richard Silverwood describes his dramatic role with the German Technische Hilfswerk Service
Thursday 19 November, 1930
Stroud Local History Society:
AGM, and The Importance of Saul Junction, and the Stroudwater Canal Company Archive
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Tony Conder and Hugh Conway-Jones
Stroud Local History Society:
AGM, and The Importance of Saul Junction, and the Stroudwater Canal Company Archive
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Tony Conder and Hugh Conway-Jones
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Saturday 21 November, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Sunday 29 November - Sunday 6 December
Stroud Community Christmas Tree Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
To be confirmed
Stroud Community Christmas Tree Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
To be confirmed
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Sunday 6 December, 1100
'Cowshed' Holy Communion (St Laurence Parish Church) A contemplative communion service steeped in the Christian mystical tradition: simplicity, silence, scripture, music, contemplation, and an inclusive Holy Communion. Bringing together the riches of Eastern and Western wisdom traditions. |
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Sunday 6 December, 1300-1500
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday Afternoon Social
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A safe and welcoming space for all to meet, share food, and chat, with a "Bring and Share" lunch, and tea, coffee and soft drinks. Children are very welcome! Organised in association between Thich Nhat Hanh Buddhist Group and St Laurence Parish Church
Sunday 13 December, 1430
Stroud Local History Society:
Gloucestershire Christmas
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A look at the history of the midwinter festival, and how Christmas has been celebrated in Gloucestershire taken from material in the County archives
With John Putley
Booking essential
Stroud Local History Society:
Gloucestershire Christmas
(St Laurence Church Hall)
A look at the history of the midwinter festival, and how Christmas has been celebrated in Gloucestershire taken from material in the County archives
With John Putley
Booking essential
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Saturday 19 December, 1800
Taize Service (St Laurence Parish Church) A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence |
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Events in 2021
Saturday 9 January
Stroud Wassail 2021
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Wassail 2021
(St Laurence Parish Church)
St Laurence: The Festival Church
If you would like to hire St Laurence Church
for your event please contact
office@stroudcmt.plus.com
or telephone 01453 759099 (Monday-Friday 1000-1230)
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for your event please contact
office@stroudcmt.plus.com
or telephone 01453 759099 (Monday-Friday 1000-1230)
or contact us here
