Coronavirus – Headlines & Support
A PRAYER FOR ALL THOSE AFFECTED BY CORONAVIRUS
Keep us, good Lord,
under the shadow of your mercy.
Sustain and support the anxious,
be with those who care for the sick,
and lift up all who are brought low;
that we may find comfort
knowing that nothing can separate us from your love
in Christ Jesus our Lord.
11am Worldwide Prayer
The Bishops are asking everyone across the whole diocese, every disciple of Christ, to pause at 11 am each day if your work permits and say Psalm 23 and the Lord’s Prayer (with Pope Francis and our Archbishops).
Abbey Open for Private Prayer
We are delighted that the Abbey can now be open for Private Prayer.
We are open from 10am – 5pm weekdays & Saturdays and 12noon – 5pm on Sundays. Entry is through the West (rather than the usual South) door. Opening arrangements are subject to change and whenever possible the details of any changes will be made known on this website.
To keep everyone safe we are limiting access when the building is open and not opening on days when there are other events.
PLEASE help to keep everyone safe when you visit – read the notices carefully and follow the instructions.
Baptisms Weddings and Funerals
There is guidance about Baptisms Weddings and Funerals on the Church of England Website but please call our office number (01865 340007) for enquiries about these services in any Dorchester Team Church
Can we help you? Could you volunteer?
As a community we are determined that everyone should feel supported in these uncertain and concerning times and we are working across the Village and with the Parish Council to provide all the practical help you might need during the weeks and possibly months to come. Our phone number is the central contact number so if you need any help you can start calling from now. Our Pastoral Care group have been calling members of our congregation and community whom we feel may need help or just a chat – if we haven’t called you and you’d like a chat do call on 340007 – we’d be delighted to hear from you – and will always call back if you leave a message!
The Rectory Office will remain contactable through 01865 340007 for general queries. Please be aware that because some of the office staff are working from home we are asking that no personal visits are made to number 8 Manor Farm Road without prior arrangement.
