After the darkness of Good Friday, the emptiness of Holy Saturday the sun begins to rise.  We begin  the service in darkness, reading about how God began the work to lead humanity out of darkness to new life in the light of Christ.  Then the Easter fire is lit. Christ is Risen. We light the Easter Candle and bring it in to church – a tradition that spans 100’s of years. This ancient service is followed by the first communion…

Every Sunday is a celebration for the church, and Pentecost Sunday in particular. Pentecost Sunday is seen by some as the church’s birthday. Come along and celebrate the giving of the gift of the Holy Spirit. We are hoping people will make a point of wearing red – a sign of the spirit. Pentecost is a lovely colourful day and its also a day for asking God to renew us through the Holy Spirit, so that we may be empowered…

Holy God Holy and Strong Have mercy upon us.   Today we pray for those whose lives were changed forever by the Arena bombing   we remember those who died we give thanks for the emergency services and all who have helped bring healing and peace this past year.   We hold in our hearts all those who are grieving the loss of loved one and those who grieve for the loss of their former lives We pray for all…

Following In The Footsteps of Mary Sumner   Any Mothers’ Union member will tell you that Mary Sumner has been an incredibly influential person – and her influence continues in the work of the world wide Mothers Union. This Deanery service is a special celebration of that work with some good hymns and  prayers for the work of the Mothers Union, and will be followed by refreshments. The Mothers’ Union is open to all (men and women) who wish to…

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…

A special thanksgiving service presided over by Bishop Mark (Middleton) to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of St Clements Church. The service will be followed by a celebration buffet lunch. All Welcome

Once again Flixton Band are here to delight us with delightful programme of Christmas tunes Pay on the door -. Raffle and light refreshments…