The Vacancy: Although Pouya only left three weeks ago, we’re on track to meet the deadlines in the recruitment process for our new Rector. We sent our Archdeacon, the Ven Martin Breadmore, and Rural Dean, Rev Renos Pittarides a draft copy of the Parish Profile and they have congratulated the team on an excellent document. We’re incorporating their comments prior… Read More »Aug 11 2023
The Venerable Paul Davis, Archdeacon of Surrey, is to become the next Bishop of Dorking. Guildford has been home to the Bishop of Dorking designate and his family since 2017, with Paul serving in his current role as Archdeacon of Surrey, responsible for the pastoral care and wellbeing of over 150 clergy, whilst sitting on the Bishop of Guildford’s leadership… Read More »June 28 2023
Goodbye to the Heidari Family: We had a very happy afternoon last Saturday to say Goodbye to the Heidaris. Huge thanks to everybody who came and especially to those who baked delicious cakes and worked very hard in the kitchen. Of course the afternoon was tinged with sadness as we prepare to say goodbye to Pouya, Debo and the boys… Read More »July 14 2023
Farewell to the Heidari Family – Sat 8th July, 4-6pm: We are very sad that Pouya and his family are moving to the US this summer where we’re sure God has big plans for them. There have been a lot of legal hoops to jump through but it now seems Pouya’s last Sunday at St Mary’s will be Sunday 16th… Read More »June 29 2023
Vacancy Process: The Ven Martin Breadmore visited us on Wed 15 June, whereby he gave a clear picture of the process of going into vacancy when Pouya leaves and the subsequent procedures to find our new Incumbent. He has shared a newsletter that contains all the essential information that he shared with those who attended and there will be printed… Read More »June 16 2023
Homemade Stall – Sun 4 June, 10.40 – 11.40am: Do come to our monthly fundraiser in aid of Homework Clubs and apprenticeships in Nairobi’s slums. If you are able to donate anything, we would be so grateful. The second hand bookstall will be running alongside as usual between 10.40 and 11.40am and the books remain out in the hall all… Read More »June 4 2023
A Date for your Diary – Wednesday 14th June at 7.30pm: Our Archdeacon, The Ven Martin Breadmore, is coming to St Mary’s to explain the process of going into vacancy when Pouya leaves sometime in the summer and the subsequent procedures to find our new Incumbent. All are welcome. Do please pray for Pouya and the family as they prepare… Read More »May 19 2023
King’s Coronation Weekend Service – Everyone is welcome to join us for a time of music and reflection ahead of the King’s Coronation. Come and pray for him and the nation on Friday 5th May from 8pm. There is a flexibility to the evening, so feel free to come and go as you wish. We look forward to being together… Read More »May 5 2023
As you may have heard, the family and I will be moving from St Mary’s Fetcham some time in the summer. I have accepted an associate rector role (director of mission and discipleship) at the Church of the Resurrection in Lutherville, Maryland USA. We made this decision due to our personal and family circumstances. It has been a difficult journey… Read More »April 21 2023
EASTER SERVICES: Join us on Maundy Thursday at 10am or 8pm. The latter is followed by the Readings of the Watch in which the church lights are lowered and eleven candles are lit, representing the eleven faithful disciples. Then on Good Friday you are invited to attend St Nicolas Bookham for a Reflective Service, 12noon – 3pm, which encompasses different… Read More »April 6 2023
