Worship during the coronavirus infection

Update: 7 November 2020

During the current health risks of spreading the Coronavirus (Covid-19), public worship is suspended with the exception of funerals and the church building locked.    Funerals can take place in church, although congregational singing is not permijtted and we are making preparations to welcome back wedding couples when the time is right as we have bookings for 2021.  Please read Fr Andrew's letter below giving more details about the ongoing discussion about making the church ready for welcoming people back.

This does not mean that the church is retreating from the community.  Quite the opposite: we are exploring new ways to bring church in to your life, whether you are fully self isolating or refusing your contact with others.  As a United Benefice of the parishes of Eccleston, St Mary the Virgin and Charnock Richard, Christ Church, we will continue to pray for you daily and will provide an online eucharist each Wednesday and Sunday in line with our regular service patterns.  Both parish churches have been closed from Thursday 5 November in line with the government's restrictions on leaving home.  During this time please join us online:  please tune in to the Facebook page or parish website to watch the streamed service at 11:30 each Wednesday and 10:15 each Sunday/  We also have a dial-a-sermon number, 01257 447380 which gives you access to selected services.

Most importantly, if you are concerned and anxious please contact Father Andrew on 01257 452777 or by email at rector@ecclestonstmaryschurch.org so he can discuss the most appropriate support for you.  We have received offers from parishioners to undertake shopping for those unable to get out and in need.  Please contact us if you require this help.

The following resources are here for your use.