The Parish of Bishopstoke
Features From the Rectory Service times Events Church History Weddings and Baptisms Work with young people Societies The Bells Who we are Links to other websites How to find us Visitor's Book Website updated: 17/06/2007	Parish of Bishopstoke: St Mary’s (Church Road) and St Paul’s (Fair Oak Road) The Reverend Richard Wise is the Priest in Charge for the Parish. To contact Richard please call 023 8061 2192 or email him at rwise@fish.co.uk. The Church Wardens are: Ann Brown: 023 8061 3893 Pat Abbott: 023 8069 4521 Our Vision: Ensuring growth in spirituality in ourselves and the local community, and valuing everyone’s ministry. We are a friendly parish church that aims to be faithful in prayer, spread the gospel and serve the local community. There is Sunday worship at both churches in the parish each week, with a variety of services and times to meet the diverse needs of local people. We are aiming to develop our work with children and younger families. Some of the other features of our church include: · A Prayer Healing Fellowship · Weekday communion services in church or local homes · Special services e.g. All Souls; Service for the Bereaved, Prayer for Healing, Remembrance Day and Christingle (at Candlemas) · Support to local and national charities including the Children’s Society and Christian Aid · Strong links with the local Methodist Church · Nationally renowned bells and bell ringers · Interesting local history · Church Room (St Mary’s) and Church Hall (St Paul’s) available for hire We seek to provide a place and space for all, wherever we are on our spiritual journey. We welcome local people to come forward for baptism, confirmation and marriage in church. These services, and funerals, are usually held at St Mary’s.	PARISH NEWS Your feedback Please let us know what you think about the website, or any other aspect of the church, by leaving us a message in the Visitor's Book. You can also read the comments other visitors to the site have left.