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Sunday 2nd February, 11am
'Cowshed' Holy Communion |
Sunday 9th February, 7pm
"Still Moving" |
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Events in 2020
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Sunday 2 February, 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 February, 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 February, 1430
Stroud & District U3A:
The USA - Boom, Bust and Beyond
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Paddy Hannigan analyses American economic climates and their effect on us
Stroud & District U3A:
The USA - Boom, Bust and Beyond
(St Laurence Church Hall)
Paddy Hannigan analyses American economic climates and their effect on us
Sunday 9 February, 1430
Stroud Local History Society: Annual Gala Afternoon -
An Afternoon with a Country Auctioneer
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Philip Taubenheim
Bring along your treasures for advice and valuation
Booking essential
Stroud Local History Society: Annual Gala Afternoon -
An Afternoon with a Country Auctioneer
(St Laurence Church Hall)
With Philip Taubenheim
Bring along your treasures for advice and valuation
Booking essential
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Sunday 9 February, 1900
"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 February, 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 March, 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 March, 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 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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Saturday 7 March, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 8 March, 1900
"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 14 March, 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 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
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.
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.
Saturday 28 March
Stroud Choral Society Minpins in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
Stroud Choral Society Minpins in Concert
(St Laurence Parish Church)
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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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)
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Sunday 5 April, 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 April, 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 12 April, 1900
"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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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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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 10 May, 1900
"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, 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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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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Saturday 13 June, 1100-1330
Katie Harris' Community Drum Circle (St Laurence Parish Church) |
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Sunday 14 June, 1900
"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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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 12 July, 1900
"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, 1900
"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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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)
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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
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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 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
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office@stroudcmt.plus.com
or telephone 01453 759099 (Monday-Friday 1000-1230)
or contact us here
