Join us every Sunday at 11am
We worship during Winter at the Venerable Bede Church, NE4 8AP
From 23rd April 2023 we return to St James Benwell, NE15 6RS
Sermons are translated into Farsi every week. Location info > Accessibility info > You are welcome whether you know what you believe or not, or are just curious. Do not worry if you are unfamiliar with the church; you can watch, listen, and join in as you feel comfortable. We try to make our worship as welcoming as possible and everyone is invited to stay for refreshments and to say hello after the service in the hall.
Usually, we meet for Holy Communion, or mass/eucharist/Lord’s Supper- whatever you know it as, the belief that God meets us in ordinary reality is the heart of our community life.
We ordinarily have translation into Farsi for our many Persian and Kurdish members. Children are always welcome and primary school age children are invited to join the junior church if they wish.
If you need assistance or have any questions feel free to ask us on the day or contact us anytime.
Features of the service:
Holy Communion (parish eucharist).
Junior Church for primary school age children.
Baby change and quiet areas available.
Farsi translation of sermon and liturgy.
Refreshments after the service.
Mixture of traditional organ music and a music group.
Gluten free bread available.
Many opportunities for involvement in the service.
Easy to follow format on projector.
For liturgy aficionados:
Modern catholic style, ordinarily sung eucharist ('Mass of St Thomas', Thorne).
Common Worship (Order 1, eucharistic prayer E).
Liturgical seasons and principal feasts are observed.
View some samples of our liturgy here >