The Church of England in Marsden and Slaithwaite

The Vicar Writes

Shred Whit Walk Sunday 8 June 2025

Church life

Whit Sunday, also known as Whitsuntide is the Christian Holy Day of Pentecost. It falls on the 7th Sunday after Easter and commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus’ disciples, when they gathered together. Shred’s Whit Walk began by all ages meeting in the church for hymns and prayers, with a photo taken overlooking the valley from the[…]

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Quiet Day at the Community of the Resurrection, Mirfield

Retreat

Alison and Louise from St. Bartholomew’s church with Diane and Ali from St. James church attended a ‘quiet’ day on Saturday 24th May. It was led by Rev. Canon Dr. Philip Hobday of Wakefield Cathedral and held at the Community of the Resurrection, Mirfield. A brilliant Church of England resource. Our theme for the day was ‘Risen Indeed’. We heard[…]

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