Bereavement & Friendship Support
Feeling alone? Need someone to talk to? Or just need some peace and quiet? Our Bereavement
& Friendship Support group meets every Wednesday between 10am and 12noon in
the Narthex of the Church. Drop in for a cup of tea or coffee, a friendly chat and
a listening ear. Looking forward to seeing you!
Contact: Daphne Clarke -
(020) 8675 3278
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Church Choir
The Church Choir sings at the 10.30 a.m. Eucharist and Choral
Evensong, plus other festival services as announced. The choir welcomes
new regular members and also those who are able to sing at Choral
Evensong and other special occasions.
Contact: Wilma Roest -
(020) 8673 1188
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Sounds Alive
A more informal choir who sing a variety of styles, including
gospel. They take part in festivals and lead the singing when the church
choir is not available.
Contact: Wilma Roest -
(020) 8673 1188
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Crèche
The Crèche looks after your babies and toddlers for you during the 10.30 a.m. service
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Sunday School
The Sunday School caters for school-aged children on Sunday
mornings. New teachers and helpers are always welcome.
See Sunday School's annual report
Contact: Rose Harley - (020) 8675 3278
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SMILE
SMILE (St. Mary’s In Learning & Exploration) is a programme to help
young people to grow in the faith and optionally prepare for
confirmation. It includes days and weekends away.
See SMILE's annual report
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Sparklers
This is a short course for children aged five to eleven who learn
about Jesus and prepare to take their first Holy Communion without
having been confirmed. Parents are required to give their consent and
also to sit with their children during the course.
See Sparklers annual report
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5th Balham Brownies & Guides
The Brownies and Guides meet in the School Hall on Fridays during
term time:
Brownies (age 7-10) from 6.00 - 7.15 p.m.
Guides (age 10+) from 7.30 - 9.00 p.m.
Contact: Diane Holmes - (020) 8675 3278
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Sacristans
The Sacristans are responsible for the care of vestments, linen and
altar furnishings and provision of consumables such as candles,
communion wine and wafers. The sacristians prepare the silverware, host and candles
for the eucharist.
See Sacristans annual report
Contact: Penny Holloway - (020) 8675 3278
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Servers
The Servers assist at the Altar at the 10.30 a.m. and the 6.30 p.m.
services on a rota basis. Both adults and young people are welcome.
See Servers annual report
Contact:
Martin Gray - (020) 8673 8070
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Lent & Advent Groups
Discussion and bible study groups take place during Lent and Advent.
Please see the calendar section
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