Welcome to your Church of England family, a centre for hope, prayer and celebration in Eccleston, Lancashire since 1094 AD.
Welcome from the Rector
I am delighted to welcome you to both this website, and our parishes, St Mary the Virgin, Eccleston and Christ Church, Charnock Richard. We are joy filled churches, delighting in the wonderful communities in which we are set. Our worship flourishes in the modern Catholic tradition of the Church of England and uses the rich traditions of our faith. You are invited to join this community of faith, to come and to recognise Jesus Christ at work in your life and to worship Him here. A warm welcome awaits for each and every person in this centre of hope, prayer and celebration.
Fr Jordan McDermott Rector
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✨ Today we celebrate Corpus Christi — the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. Join us at 6pm for our All Age Eucharist. Today is a day to honour the mystery of the Eucharist: Christ truly present with us, nourishing us with his love, and sending us out to be his body in the world. “This is my body, given for you.” -
🔺 Today is Trinity Sunday — a celebration of the mystery at the heart of our faith: one God in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Not a puzzle to solve, but a relationship to enter. Join us at 10.30am to find out more. -
It is almost the big day. With all sorts of stalls, raffle, tombola, games and refreshments our Summer Garden Party is set to be a wonderful event for the whole village! -
📿 Today is the feast of St Anthony of Padua — beloved preacher, teacher, and patron of the lost. Known for his deep faith and powerful words, St Anthony reminds us to seek Christ in all things and to trust that what is lost can be found. St Anthony, pray for us.
Safeguarding
The parish of Eccleston, St Mary the Virgin is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and we have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer, Garry Fishwick (07885 839067, garry.fishwick@tiscali.co.uk). The Diocese of Blackburn's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contact details for the Diocesan Safeguarding Team (DST) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DST. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
