Blog: September 2024 - People and/or Buildings?
I have often heard and I say it myself, ‘The church is not the building - it’s the people!’ And yet most people use the word ‘church’ to...
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Service Times
You would be very welcome to join us for any of our church services. Our usual pattern of worship at Wilden is:
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Sundays:
Every Sunday 10am Holy Communion service moving round the five churches
Most Sundays 11.15am Shorter service
See Service Schedule below for details
6:00pm Evensong (1st and 3rd Sundays of the month)
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Wednesday:
11:00am Holy Communion (2nd Wednesday of the month)
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In addition, there are regular services at the other churches in the benefice.
​Service times may vary depending on the time of year, do check the service schedule below
Please follow the link below or go to our home page to see the full service schedule across the benefice, including any variation to our pattern in Wilden
Church Opening Times
Wilden Church is open every Wednesday, 9 am to 11 am for "Tea at Church". A moment for yourself and with others. Dogs are welcome to bring their owners and children their parents/guardians.
News
Life Events
We would love to help you plan your special service with us
Upcoming Events at Wilden
Multiple DatesThu, 12 SeptKeysoe12 Sept 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Keysoe, Pertenhall Rd, Keysoe, Bedford MK44 2HR, UK12 Sept 2024, 19:30 – 21:30Keysoe, Pertenhall Rd, Keysoe, Bedford MK44 2HR, UKMen Matter! The Second Thursday of every month at The Chequers Pub, Keysoe, 7.30-9.30pm Time for a pint and sausage roll A partnership, of Rural North Beds Churches Contact: Doug: 012364 376556 or Tim: 07808 865716 See you at TMG
Multiple DatesCream Tea Afternoons at St Mary's KeysoeSat, 14 SeptSt Mary the Virgin, Keysoe14 Sept 2024, 15:00 – 17:00St Mary the Virgin, Keysoe, Keysoe, Bedfordshire MK44 2HW, UK
Fri, 20 SeptBolnhurst Old School, Bedford20 Sept 2024, 10:30 – 12:30Bolnhurst Old School, Bedford, School Lane, Bolnhurst, Bedford MK44 2EN, UK
Multiple DatesFri, 20 SeptSt Denys, Colmworth20 Sept 2024, 12:30 – 13:30St Denys, Colmworth, Colmworth, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UK
Fri, 27 SeptRavensden Village Hall27 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 13:00Ravensden Village Hall, Church Hill, Ravensden, Bedford MK44 2RL, UK27 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 13:00Ravensden Village Hall, Church Hill, Ravensden, Bedford MK44 2RL, UKCome along and join our Coffee Morning on Friday 27th September 10am - 1pm. £5.00 entry to include drink and cake. There will be a raffle including M&S hamper, Horse and Jockey voucher and wine. Donations of cakes and help on the day appreciated. Contact Judith : thedrings@hotmail.com
Sat, 26 OctBolnhurst Old School, Bedford26 Oct 2024, 22:30 – 27 Oct 2024, 12:30Bolnhurst Old School, Bedford, School Lane, Bolnhurst, Bedford MK44 2EN, UK
Sat, 07 SeptKeysoe Village Hall, Bedford07 Sept 2024, 14:00 – 16:30Keysoe Village Hall, Bedford, Elm Tree Grove, Keysoe Row, Bedford MK44 2JE, UK
Mon, 26 AugManor Farm, Colmworth26 Aug 2024, 14:00 – 16:30Manor Farm, Colmworth, Manor Farm, High St, Swineshead, Bedford MK44 2AA, UK26 Aug 2024, 14:00 – 16:30Manor Farm, Colmworth, Manor Farm, High St, Swineshead, Bedford MK44 2AA, UKJoin us and treat yourself to a Cream Tea and Cake, Stalls, Tombola and Raffle at our Garden Party, Manor Farm, Colmworth 2pm - 4.30pm Proceeds in aid of St Denys Church, Colmworth Visit Colmworth Garden & Produce event in the church
Mon, 26 AugSt Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire26 Aug 2024, 10:30 – 16:30St Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UK26 Aug 2024, 10:30 – 16:30St Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UKJoin us for a wonderful display of local crafts and produce at St Denys Church, Colmworth on Monday 26th August 10.30am to 4.30pm. For entry information contact a_brown182@btinternet.com or hazel_fieldsrd@hotmail.com
Cream Tea Afternoons at St Mary's KeysoeSun, 18 AugSt Mary the Virgin, Keysoe18 Aug 2024, 15:00 – 17:00St Mary the Virgin, Keysoe, Keysoe, Bedfordshire MK44 2HW, UK- Sat, 10 AugBolnhurst Old School, Bedford10 Aug 2024, 10:30 – 12:30Bolnhurst Old School, Bedford, Bolnhurst, Bedford MK44 2EN, UK
Multiple DatesWed, 17 JulSt Denys Church, Colmworth17 Jul 2024, 10:30 – 12:00St Denys Church, Colmworth, Colmworth, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UK
Jigsaw ChallengeSat, 13 JulSt Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire13 Jul 2024, 18:00St Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UK13 Jul 2024, 18:00St Denys Church, Colmworth, Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire MK44 2JU, UKEnjoy a fun evening with friends completing a Jigsaw £10 per ticket, includes a 2-course meal Bring your own drink Raffle Proceeds to church funds Contact: Wendy Jephcote or Jackie Ayto for tickets Wendy: 07415 006278 or wendy.jephcote@gmail.com Jackie: 07929 943348 or jackieayto@btinternet.com
Sat, 06 JulKeysoe Village Hall06 Jul 2024, 17:00 – 21:00Keysoe Village Hall, Elm Tree Grove, Keysoe Row, Bedford MK44 2JE, UK06 Jul 2024, 17:00 – 21:00Keysoe Village Hall, Elm Tree Grove, Keysoe Row, Bedford MK44 2JE, UKSaturday 6th July at Keysoe Village Hall from 5pm Grand Draw will take place during the evening Cash Only Bar Tickets Adults £12, Children 10 and under £5 available from Penny Heming 01234 378878, Peggy Robins 01234 708598 or Jenny Carter 01234 376295 In aid of St Mary's Church, Keysoe- Sat, 06 JulRavensden06 Jul 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Ravensden, All Saints Church, Church End, Ravensden, Bedford MK44 2RR, UK06 Jul 2024, 10:00 – 12:00Ravensden, All Saints Church, Church End, Ravensden, Bedford MK44 2RR, UKSaturday 6th July from 10 o'clock until 12.00. Home made cakes, coffee and tea. (all profits going towards the Primrose Car Service whose volunteers drive people from Bedford to Addenbrookes for treatments and to the fabric of our church).
Wed, 03 JulSt Nicholas Church, Wilden03 Jul 2024, 18:30 – 20:30St Nicholas Church, Wilden, High St, Wilden, Bedford MK44 2PB, UK
Tue, 02 JulSt Mary the Virgin, Keysoe02 Jul 2024, 19:30 – 22:00St Mary the Virgin, Keysoe, Keysoe, Bedfordshire MK44 2HW, UK02 Jul 2024, 19:30 – 22:00St Mary the Virgin, Keysoe, Keysoe, Bedfordshire MK44 2HW, UKA Miscellany of Madrigals, Part songs and Folk songs by Cantamus on Tuesday 2nd July, 7.30pm at St Mary's Church, Keysoe. Conductor Gary Mudd Tickets £10 on the door (cash only please) Light refreshments included, donations please for wine All proceeds to St Mary's Building Fund
Teddy Bear Parachute DropSun, 23 JunSt Nicholas Church, Wilden23 Jun 2024, 14:00 – 16:00St Nicholas Church, Wilden, High St, Wilden, Bedford MK44 2PB, UK23 Jun 2024, 14:00 – 16:00St Nicholas Church, Wilden, High St, Wilden, Bedford MK44 2PB, UKBring your own Teddy or sponsor the Church Teddy and enjoy an afternoon of fun as you watch your teddy parachute or zip wire from the church tower to the sound of the Salvation Army Band. Parachutes available. There will be refreshments and donations are welcome.
SAFEGUARDING
We are committed to safeguarding Children, Young People, Victims of Domestic Abuse and Vulnerable Adults. The PCC's have adopted the Church of England's policies and best practice on safeguarding.
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To view our policy or to contact our Parish Safeguarding Officer please click on the buttons below.
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