Teresa’s welcome

Posted on July 30, 2013 by lexden_admin

Welcome to St Leonard’s. We’d love you to come and visit our church; you’d be very welcome – the website shows you what goes on – and here are some of the things you might want to know.

Christmas Bazaar

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Viv Mendham

We held our Christmas Bazaar on Saturday 7th December.

There was plenty to buy and lots to do…

It was a happy day of fellowship and fundraising for the church.

Fifth Event Service

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Teresa Wynne

The young people of St Leonard’s led an Advent Service on Sunday 1st December. The theme was ‘the armour of light’ .

Beyond Blue – our choir for young people of secondary age and above – sang O Come, O Come Emmanuel, ‘The Advent Candle’ by Bob Chilcott, and the ‘Repose Blessing’ by Margaret Rizza.

Advent at St Leonard’s

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Teresa Wynne

Advent is a season when the Church prepares to celebrate the coming of Christ in the joy of Christmas, but also reminds us to look ahead to his final coming as judge at the end of time.

Read more on Advent at St Leonard’s…

‘Watch THE BIBLE series on Channel 5’

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Teresa Wynne

THE BIBLE is an epic 10-hour mini-series that brings to life the dramatic tales of faith and courage in the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, THE BIBLE series is a five-part programme that dramatises some of the most famous stories ever written and some of the most iconic characters: from Noah’s Ark, the Exodus and Daniel in the lion’s den to the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.

Disasters Emergency Committee-Philippines Typhoon Appeal

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Teresa Wynne

St Leonard’s has begun collecting for the DEC Philippines Typhoon Appeal. There will be collection plates at all services on Sundays or you could donate online here.

New website – quick tour

Posted on November 8, 2013 by lexden_admin

Here’s a quick tour of the new site! Looking for the news sheet? It’s under the ‘Diary’ tab – find it here.

Keen to read the parish magazine? Have a look under About Us.

Read more on New website – quick tour…

Remembrance Sunday – 10th November

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Teresa Wynne

A short Act of Remembrance was held at 11am at the War Memorial at St Leonard’s attended by representatives of 16 Medical Regiment, Councillor Sonia Lewis, Scouts, Cubs, Beavers and Rainbows.

3rd November

Posted on November 2, 2013 by lexden_admin

The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Revd Stephen Cottrell visited St Leonard’s.

At the Parish Eucharist he confirmed 5 members of the congregation.

Following the service he led a teaching session, attended by 75 people, on the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) and then joined us for lunch.

Harvest Festival

Posted on October 21, 2013 by lexden_admin

Harvest Festival at St Leonard’s this year supported Colchester Food Bank.

We give thanks for God’s goodness and share his bounty with those in need.

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						1 On December 1, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 9:00 am A said service, using the Book of Common Prayer, with readings from the Common Worship Lectionary. More details... Fifth Event Service 9:45 am to 10:45 am A musical service of the word led by young people. More details... Said Eucharist 11:15 am to 12:00 pm More details... Baptism 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm More details... From Darkness to Light - an Advent Carol Service 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm More details...
2 On December 2, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Contemplative prayer for Advent 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... 7th Heaven 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm More details... SL Club 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm More details...	3 On December 3, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Holy Communion at Wren House 10:00 am to 11:00 am More details... Organ Blower/Humidifer service 11:00 am to 12:00 pm More details... Holy Communion at the Old Rectory 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	4 On December 4, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Eucharist and Open Church 10:00 am to 11:00 am With prayers for healing and open church afterwards More details... Holy Communion at Woodlands 10:45 am to 11:45 am Location: Woodlands Residential Home, Lexden Road More details... Holy Communion at Cheviot 11:30 am to 12:30 pm More details... Stour Valley Senior Wives carol service 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Cubs 5:45 pm to 7:15 pm Faith badge in church More details...	5 On December 5, 2013 Eucharist 8:00 am to 8:45 am A said service of Holy Communion using Common Worship More details... Boiler service 8:30 am to 11:00 am Church and tea bar More details... Kings Ford Junior School rehearsal Dec 10th tbc 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Revd Richard Allen More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Wedding rehearsal 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm More details...	6 On December 6, 2013 Choir Practice 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm More details...	7 On December 7, 2013 Wedding 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm More details...	8 On December 8, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 9:00 am A said service, using the Book of Common Prayer, with readings from the Common Worship Lectionary. More details... Parish Eucharist 9:45 am to 11:00 am Sung Eucharist using Common Worship. Junior church and creche. More details... baptism 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm More details... Evensong and sermon 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm More details...
9 On December 9, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Lexden Primary School carols rehearsal 1:15 pm to 1:45 pm More details... Contemplative prayer for Advent 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... 7th Heaven 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm More details... SL Club 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm More details... PCC social at the Rectory 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm More details...	10 On December 10, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Mothers' Union and Lexden Ladies' carol service 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Rotary Club Colchester Centurion Christmas Service 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Richard Allen email 24/4 More details...	11 On December 11, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Eucharist and Open Church 10:00 am to 11:00 am With prayers for healing and open church afterwards More details... Carols 10:45 am to 11:15 am Location: at Woodlands Nursing Home More details... Lexden Primary School Carol Service 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	12 On December 12, 2013 Eucharist 8:00 am to 8:45 am A said service of Holy Communion using Common Worship More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Lexden Choral Society rehearsal 7:00 pm to 9:45 pm More details...	13 On December 13, 2013 Choir Practice 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm More details...	14 On December 14, 2013 Lexden Choral Christmas concert and rehearsals 12:00 am to 12:00 am More details...	15 On December 15, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 9:00 am A said service, using the Book of Common Prayer, with readings from the Common Worship Lectionary. More details... Parish Eucharist 9:45 am to 11:00 am Sung Eucharist using Common Worship. Junior church and creche. More details... Baptism 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm More details... OMG service in church 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm More details... Evensong and sermon 6:30 pm to 7:00 pm BCP Evensong with robed choir, sung psalm and canticles More details...
16 On December 16, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Holy Communion at Hill House 11:00 am to 12:00 pm More details... Contemplative prayer for Advent 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... 7th Heaven 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm More details... SL Club 6:45 pm to 7:45 pm More details...	17 On December 17, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Home Farm School readers rehearsal 11:15 am to 11:45 am More details... Carols at the Old Rectory 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Colchester Chamber Choir Rehearsal 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm More details...	18 On December 18, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Eucharist and Open Church 10:00 am to 11:00 am With prayers for healing and open church afterwards More details... Parent and Toddler Christmas service 11:00 am to 11:30 am More details... Holy Communion at Cheviot 11:30 am to 12:30 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	19 On December 19, 2013 Eucharist 8:00 am to 8:45 am A said service of Holy Communion using Common Worship More details... Home Farm Carol service 9:30 am to 10:30 am More details... Carols at Wren House 11:30 am to 12:30 pm More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	20 On December 20, 2013 Kingswode Hoe School rehearsal 9:30 am to 10:30 am More details... Kingswode Hoe School Christmas Service 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm Andrew Basker 571477 More details... Choir Practice 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm More details...	21 On December 21, 2013 Christmas flower arranging in Church 9:15 am to 1:45 pm More details...	22 On December 22, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 9:00 am A said service, using the Book of Common Prayer, with readings from the Common Worship Lectionary. More details... Parish Eucharist 9:45 am to 11:00 am Sung Eucharist using Common Worship. Junior church and creche. More details... Choir rehearsal 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm More details... Nine Lessons and Carols 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm More details...
23 On December 23, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Contemplative prayer for Advent 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	24 On December 24, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Carols and Holy Communion 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Location: at Cheviot Nursing Home More details... Crib service 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm More details... Service of light 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm More details... Service of light 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm More details... Midnight Mass 11:15 pm to 12:30 am More details...	25 On December 25, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 8:30 am More details... Parish Eucharist 9:45 am to 11:15 am More details...	26	27 On December 27, 2013 Wedding rehearsal 4:00 pm to 4:30 pm More details...	28 On December 28, 2013 Wedding 11:00 am to 12:00 pm More details...	29 On December 29, 2013 Holy Communion (BCP) 8:00 am to 9:00 am A said service, using the Book of Common Prayer, with readings from the Common Worship Lectionary. More details... Parish Eucharist 9:45 am to 11:00 am Sung Eucharist using Common Worship. Junior church and creche. More details... Evensong 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm More details...
30 On December 30, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...	31 On December 31, 2013 Morning prayer 9:00 am to 9:30 am Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details... Evening prayer 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm Common Worship Daily Office, said in the Lady Chapel, all welcome. More details...

St Leonard's Lexden

The parish church of St Leonard, Lexden.