Join us on the afternoon of Saturday 24 November at 2.30pm for the book launch of 'The Oakers' Tale' written by our very own Helen Evans. Set in Spring, this is the first in a collection of four seasonal books - telling the tales of Treebie adventures, with beautiful illustrations, story related activities and produced...
To prepare for Advent and our celebration of Christmas a series of evenings looking at how we seek the light of Christ in the darkness of the world. The evenings will include candlelit worship, reflection and discussion. (Each evening will end about 9pm.) Advent Reflections
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A morning of craft – Christmas wreath making; Lantern making; making music – and other activities for all ages. Christmas Crafts
A special service of Advent music which in candlelight prepares us for the coming of the light of the world. With all the favourite Advent carols and the Choir of St Mary's. Drop Down Ye heavens from above (Weir) I Look from afar (adopted from Palestrina) Adam Lay YBounden (Moles) Alleluia! A new Work is...
Join the beavers, cubs, scouts, explorers and leaders and their families from the Portsmouth scouting District in this special service reflecting on the coming of Jesus the Light of the world. Scouts Christingle
To prepare for Advent and our celebration of Christmas a series of evenings using different traditions to reflect on the advent theme - the evenings will include candlelit worship and reflection. Advent Reflections - Light in Our Darkness
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support Churches Homeless Action. The lunch usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main with a pudding to follow. The lunch costs £2.50 and includes free entry into a raffle.
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A procession of lanterns and light in Fratton ending with entertainment in the Church, including a Community Neon Art Installation at the Church. Fratton Big Local helping Fratton to shine. Due to weather conditions meet in St Mary's Churchyard at 6pm for a procession around the Churchyard. Festival of Lights
Spinnaker Chorus are staging a fabulous Christmas Concert, What the Dickens, at St.Mary's with guest narrator Charles Collingwood. Tickets are £12 for adults and £6 for under 16s. More information available from info@spinnakerchorus.co.uk. Spinnaker Chorus, "What The Dickens" Christmas Show
Supporting the Children's Society we celebrate the light of the world. Christingle
Join local schoolchildren and their families in celebrating the Christmas Story at a Christingle service held with the support of ‘The News’. The Annual News Carol Service
To prepare for Advent and our celebration of Christmas a series of evenings using different traditions to reflect on the advent theme - the evenings will include candlelit worship and reflection. Advent Reflections - Light in Our Darkness
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A beetle drive with a seasonal difference to raise funds for the Children's Society Christmas Appeal - tickets are £2.50.
An opportunity to enjoy a light breakfast and reflect on what brings "light into our darkness" and to hear from others about what brings "light to their life". Breakfast
To prepare for Advent and our celebration of Christmas a series of evenings using different traditions to reflect on the advent theme - the evenings will include candlelit worship and reflection. Advent Reflections - Light in Our Darkness
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE. 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively email dom@portseaparish.co.uk to discuss...
The Royal Marine School of Music Christmas Concert. Tickets available at the door, or telephone the Royal Marines School of Music Office to book tickets on 02392 726181. Royal Marines School of Music Christmas Concert
A celebration of Christmas and distribution of Vouchers collected via local Churches and Groups to agencies who will be supporting the ‘homeless’ over the Christmas season. A chance for us to share a ‘gift’ with others. Churches Homeless Action
A traditional telling of the Christmas story through readings, carols sung by the congregation and the choir. The service will be followed by Sherry and mince pies. Start of 9 Lessons and Carols Service Music by the choir: Silent Night (arr. Rose) A thin place (Wikeley) I wonder as I wander (Rütti) Here is the...
The Christmas story is told by our children and young people as we celebrate the sharing of the greatest gift. With carols and music accompanied by the Choir. Any children who wish to take part in the drama should arrive by 4pm for dress rehearsal. St Mary's Nativity Service
The Christmas story is told by the children and young people as we celebrate the sharing of the greatest gift. Christingle Service
Come and join us as we continue to follow the star with the congregation and Choir of St Mary's and instrumentalists a joyful greeting to the Christ child. Midnight Mass at St Mary's
A quieter service to start Christmas day, using words that have been used for over 500 years. St Mary's in Snow
Come and give thanks for the greatest gift we have ever been given. St Mary's
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
Come along for a glass of wine, a chat about The Organ Project and a tour of the impressive Walker organ at St Mary’s Church, Portsea. With the announcement that The Organ Project has received a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund to develop a second round application to restore, interpret and celebrate awe-inspiring Victorian...
A morning exploring the story of the star that appeared over the stable where Jesus was born and the visit of the 3 wise kings who sought him out - with art, craft, music and a lunch for all the family. Free admission and lunch. Messy Church is hands-on fun for the whole family to...
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A concert held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church the first of their 2019 Spring season of concerts at St Mary's. Tickets available at the door, or telephone the Royal Marines School of Music Office to book tickets on 02392 726181. Royal Marines School of Music Concert
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds for charity. St Faith's Coffee morning
A special service celebrating the various aspects of the Epiphany season - the visit of the Wise Men, the Baptism of Christ and the wedding at Cana - using readings, and hymns and music sung by the congregation and choir. Icon of the Epiphany
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
This morning is a Parish Mass at St Mary's to say farewell to Fr Darcy. There will be no morning services at St Faith's nor St Wilfrid's. St Mary's Sunday Mass
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support a charity. The lunch usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main with a pudding to follow. The lunch costs £2.50 and includes free entry into a raffle.
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
The Organ Project 2019 Recital Series continues with a recital given by Dr David Price, Organist and Master of the Choristers at Portsmouth Cathedral. Please do join us for a glass of wine and enjoy the historic Walker organ in St Mary's Church, Portsea. Donations in aid of The Organ Project www.theorganproject.org. Organ Recital by...
Join us for a relaxed fun evening (free admission) - sing along with the Sunflowers and others - popcorn and a film. The Sunflowers
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A morning of refreshments and competitions to mark St Valentine's day. Funds raised will go to support the British Heart Foundation. Coffee Morning at St Wiflrid's
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
Choir Rehearsal at St Mary's - all are welcome 6pm-7:30pm Juniors 6pm-8:15pm Seniors 7pm-8:45pm Adults If you are interested in joining St Mary's Choir we are always looking for new child and adult choristers. Primary school children and under 18s should come along at 6pm. Adults should turn up at the church at 7pm. Alternatively...
A concert held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church, part of their 2018/19 season of concerts at St Mary's. Tickets available at the door, or telephone the Royal Marines School of Music Office to book tickets on 02392 726181. Royal Marines School of Music Concert
St Mary's Parish Panto is "Robin Hood and the Singing Nun". Come and enjoy a traditional panto and see members of the Parish enjoying themselves - including "spot the clergy" in disguise on stage. Performances at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets cost £4 or £2 for under 16's, and are available at all 3 churches, or...
St Mary’s Parish Panto is “Robin Hood and the Singing Nun”. Come and enjoy a traditional panto and see members of the Parish enjoying themselves – including “spot the clergy” in disguise on stage. Performances at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets cost £4 or £2 for under 16’s, and are available at all 3 churches, or...
