View the work of local artists during festival week. Have a coffee or a beer at the same time.  A great opportunity to support local artists – some of the works of art will be for sale. Venues The Barking Dog – M419AB Javes – M41 5RY Prairie Schooner –  M41 5AW Poppies 11 M41 OST Bistro 432 – M41 6RT There Kadai – M41 9DX St Clements Church – M41 9JZ St Michaels Church – Church Rd FLixton Christ…

Once again the Mariposa Trust is organising a service of Remembrance at Manchester Cathedral. The services are for women and men who have suffered the loss of a baby, as well as for their children and their extended family and friends, whether the loss be recent or historic. Additionally we welcome anyone who is grieving the fact that they have never had children. It should also be noted that all are welcome regardless of the type or circumstances of loss…

Urmston Bookshop are delighted to announce that Michael Billington, Author, Musician, artist, teacher, and friend will be joined by others to launch his new book about local history, here at St Clements Church. The evening will be a social event with wine and nibbles.   Urmston Bookshop will be in attendance with copies of the book hot of the press. Do come along and support Michael and hear about your local history.

On 11th November 1918 the Armistice was signed in a railway carriage in the Forest of Compiegne. The war to end all wars was over.  Today at St Clements we remember those from within our midst who fell in the conflict, and those whose lives were changed forever.  We welcome you to this special anniversary service of readings, music,  prayers and silence. The church has been specially decorated for the occasion and a Wall of Remembrance has been created to…

Although the worldwide Catholic Church over 50 titles for Jesus’s mother, the Gospels say very little about her. She is mentioned in the Nativity stories and is a key figure in God’s hope for the world yet much of scripture doesn’t mention her at all. This advent we will spend some time thinking about what we do know about Mary and how her part in the story can help us with our own life and faith. Using art – paintings…

The Mothers’ Union is a church organisation that has a particular commitment to supporting families. Their annual carol service is a joyful service remembering the Holy Family who made that first Christmas ever so special. Come and join in the festivities  – ready, steady, SING!!

Its that time of year again. Gaelic Coffee and a bite to eat. There will also be a chance to buy from the various stalls. Whatever the weather we will be there at St Clements Church Hall to welcome you.    

Christ Church Film club has been set up to provide an opportunity for local people to see a film with other local people.  The screen is a good sized fixed screen and seating is on upholstered chairs. The venue – the council room in Christ Church (the church not the hall)  is fully accessible and has an accessible toilet. The club meets on the first Thursday every month and cost £2 per session which covers the cost of refreshments. There…