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July 14 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

    June 29 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

      June 16 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

        June 4 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

          May 19 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

            May 5 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

              April 21 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

                April 6 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

                  March 24 2023

                    Notice of APCM:  Sunday 23 April in the Church Hall, details to follow. Electoral Roll:  Revised annually and in conjunction with the APCM, the Roll is currently open for names to be added.  If your name is already on the Roll you don’t need to do anything.  If you wish to join St Mary’s Electoral Roll complete and return the… Read More »March 24 2023

                    March 10 2023

                      Notice of APCM:  Sunday 23 April in the Church Hall, more details to follow. Electoral Roll:  Revised annually and in conjunction with the APCM, the Roll is currently open for names to be added.  If you are already a member of the Electoral Roll you don’t need to do anything.  If you wish to join St Mary’s Electoral Roll you must… Read More »March 10 2023