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Events in 2020
The following programme of events and activities
are available online
The following programme of events and activities
are available online
Maundy Thursday 9 April, 1800
Stroud Team Virtual Service for Holy Week:
Maundy Thursday Service of Reflections - Live Online
with Revd Kate Stacey
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Stroud Team Virtual Service for Holy Week:
Maundy Thursday Service of Reflections - Live Online
with Revd Kate Stacey
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Thursday 9 April, 1900
Guided Meditation for Holy Week - Maundy Thursday
(Online via Zoom)
Guided Meditation for Holy Week - Maundy Thursday
(Online via Zoom)
Good Friday 10 April, 1400
Stroud Team Virtual Service for Holy Week: Good Friday - Live Online
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Stroud Team Virtual Service for Holy Week: Good Friday - Live Online
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Sunday 12 April, 1010
Stroud Team Virtual Sunday Service for Easter Sunday - Live Online
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Stroud Team Virtual Sunday Service for Easter Sunday - Live Online
(via www.stroud.church or Facebook or Youtube)
Events in 2020
The following programme of events and activities is now suspended until further notice
The following programme of events and activities is now suspended until further notice
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)
Wednesday 8 April, 1030
Said Holy Communion for Holy Week
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Said Holy Communion for Holy Week
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
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)
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)
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
Sunday 12 April, 0930
Sung Holy Communion for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Sung Holy Communion for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Sunday 12 April, 1700
Said Evening Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Said Evening Prayer for Easter Sunday
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
"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
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?
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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
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
Saturday 25 April
Thames Head Singers in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Thames Head Singers in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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.
'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.
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
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
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
Wednesday 6 May, 1430
Stroud & District U3A: Scams
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Brian Merrifield talks about scams in all their different guises
Stroud & District U3A: Scams
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Brian Merrifield talks about scams in all their different guises
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
Friday 8 May
Raga Babas in Concert + Support
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Raga Babas in Concert + Support
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair
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'
Saturday 16 May, 1130-1300
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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
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
Friday 22 May - Sunday 24 May
Stroud Jazz Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
* Now re-scheduled for the weekends of 28-30 August and 4-5 September (artists and venues to be confirmed)
Stroud Jazz Festival 2020
(St Laurence Parish Church)
* Now re-scheduled for the weekends of 28-30 August and 4-5 September (artists and venues 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)
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.
'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.
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
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
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
Saturday 13 June, 1130-1300
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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
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
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
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.
'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.
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
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
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
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
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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.
'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.
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
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
"Still Moving" Worship and Dance
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Christian contemplative prayer through music and movement, led by Juliette Saville and Milly Sinclair
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
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.
'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.
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
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
Saturday 26 - Sunday 27 September
Good On Paper's "Hidden Notes Vol 2"
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Good On Paper's "Hidden Notes Vol 2"
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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.
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.
'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.
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)
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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.
'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.
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
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
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
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.
'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.
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
Sunday 13 December
Stroud Town Centre Carol Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Town Centre Carol Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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
Taize Service
(St Laurence Parish Church)
A recreation of a traditional French-based Taizé Service, featuring lights, candles, icons, scripture readings and meditative silence
Events in 2021
Saturday 9 January
Stroud Wassail 2021
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Wassail 2021
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Friday 2 July - Saturday 3 July
Stroud Sacred Music Festival 2021: "Mystical Faith"
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Sacred Music Festival 2021: "Mystical Faith"
(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)
or contact us here
for your event please contact
office@stroudcmt.plus.com
or telephone 01453 759099 (Monday-Friday 1000-1230)
or contact us here
