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7.30
a.m. Mattins
Said according to the 1662 Rite.
8.00
a.m. Holy Communion
This
is a simple service, without music, and follows Common Worship Order I. The
congregation usually numbers about 70.
10 a.m. Sung Eucharist
This
follows Common Worship Order 1 and is the main service of the day, drawing a
regular congregation of about 300. It includes a sermon and both choral and
congregational music. A special area of the Abbey (laid with carpet) is set
aside for parents with very young children, if required, who are all very welcome. Children
and others who are not confirmed are welcome to join the rest of the
congregation at the altar rail for a blessing. After the service the
congregation (especially newcomers to the Abbey or visitors) are encouraged to
meet for coffee
in the Church Rooms nearby. A Shorter Eucharist is celebrated on the first
Sunday of each month. The Sunday Schools attend and the service is geared to the
younger members.
10
a.m. Third Sundays `Way-In' - Informal Worship, Prayer and Learning for all ages
in the Abbey School Hall.
11.30 a.m. 1662 Holy Communion (3rd Sundays Only)
6.30
p.m. Evensong
Evensong
follows the 1662 rite. Choral Evensong (where much of the music is sung by the
choir on behalf of the congregation) is held four or five times a year.