As part of 10 days of Prayer for Portsmouth at different churches in the city and culminating with a Thy Kingdom Come picnic at Portchester Castle on Sunday, prayers will be held at St Mary's on the 5th June. With the Choir of St Mary's. Thy Kingdom Come Remaining Schedule: Wednesday 5th June, 7:30pm at...
Due to technical issues with the Walker Organ, the organ recital by Richard Moore has had to be moved from 6th June to the 13th June. Organ Project Big Screen
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds for the Kurdish Women's Group who meet at the Church. St Faith's Mini Market
Concert to mark the 75th Anniversary of D-Day with a visiting choir from Caen called Veni, Vidi Canto, and also featuring: The St Mary’s Church Choir, The Fine Voice Academy, Miss Becki Short - 40s performer (and her entourage including the Oasis Community Choir), and The Haven Community Choir. D-Day Remembrance Free tickets available at...
Join members of the local branch of the Dickens Fellowship in celebrating the anniversary of his death with a service and tea at the Church where he was baptised. Choral Evensong followed by Tea and readings from Dickens. Dickens Members of the public may join the Fellowship after the service for tea and also stay...
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 is the organ recital moved from 6th June due to technical issues with the Walker Organ. Our 2019 monthly Organ Recital series continues with an Organ Recital given by Richard Moore, Sub-organist of Guildford Cathedral. Please do join us for a glass of wine and listen to the fantastic Walker organ in St Mary's...
A morning of refreshments and competitions to celebrate Father's Day and to raise some funds. Coffee Morning at St Wilfrid's
You are invited to a light lunch in aid of charity to say farewell and thank you to Helen and Graham Evans as they move to Cornwall. The lunch costs £2.50. Light Lunch at St Mary's
Faye Clinton is a leading cellist in the Portsmouth area and we are very happy to welcome her for our next Music Foundation Concert. Faye studied at The Guildhall School of Music and Drama and also at the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music in Budapest. She is a free-lance musician as well as cello instructor...
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 chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support a charity. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
With ladies and menswear, a light hearted and fun summer fashion show to appeal to everyone. The show is presented by the manageress of Edinburgh Woollen Mill, Southsea with "familiar" local models. There will be a 20% discount on any garments purchased at the show. Fashion show Tickets are £5 and profits will go to...
An event organised by Fratton Big Local as part of the national Get Together celebrations to build up community life. The procession will end with the placing of a "time box" in the vault at St Mary's Church (to be opened in 10 years' time). Come and celebrate our community and its life. Fratton Community...
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 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 cost is £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 concert that includes music for a range of recorders, guitar, piano and singers in aid of the Mothers' Union AFIA Holiday scheme and St Mary's Parish branch. Tickets £2.50 which includes refreshments and available on the door. St Wilfrid's Church
We are very sorry that St Mary's Walker organ is playing up again, and needs repair. We have been forced to cancel the organ recital on Thursday. But you can still book a tour of the organ at https://www.theorganproject.org/organ-tours .
Coffee, Chat, Cakes and a chance to raise funds for St Faith's church. St Faith's Mini Market
Free climate change event, 10am – 12pm, with lots of activities for children and lots for adults too! Displays by Greenpeace, Christian Aid, Fairtrade and many others. Speakers from A Rocha and Wildlife Trust including Meric Srokosz of the National Oceanography Centre and author of "Blue Planet, Blue God". Please bring a picnic lunch to...
From 1:30 pm until 4 pm Music in the Church Yard The Music Foundation present Music for a Summer Afternoon. A selection of musicians perform works in the Church yard including brass music, choral music and other instrumentalists. The concert is free with a chance to give a donation towards the work of the St...
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the Air Ambulance. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
An evening of live music and dancing. Tickets are £5 and can be purchased in advance - telephone 023 9281 4444 to order - or on the door. Please bring your own food and drink. Limited S
A chance to raise some funds with Coffee, Chat and Cakes. Coffee Morning at St Wiflrid's
An opportunity to enjoy a day with a difference for those unable to get away for the summer, especially those of an ‘older age’. Company, conversation, activities, fish and chip lunch and a film! The lunch costs £5 – to book your lunch please phone 023 92 814444 Do Something Different Days
A celebration and thanksgiving for the life of St Mary’s Church and the community it serves followed by refreshments. Preacher : Ven Martyn Gough, Chaplain of the Fleet. Patronal Festival Mass
A morning of coffee, cake and chat to raise money. Coffee Morning at St Wiflrid's
10 am Open Air Parish Mass in St Mary's Church Yard A day celebrating the life of the Parish and the beauty of creation, as we prepare to celebrate our Patronal Festival (like a birthday). 12 pm onwards Picinic with Entertainment Bring your own picnic and enjoy the churchyard and the music and entertainment Pompey...
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 cost is £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...
Our 2019 Organ Recital series continues with a recital given by Sachin Gunga (Sub-Organist, Portsmouth Cathedral). Please do join us for a glass of wine and listen to the fantastic Walker organ in St Mary's Church, Portsea. The recitalist in the organ loft is relayed instantaneously to a large screen which makes for gripping viewing!...
As we celebrate a special day in the life of St Mary's Church we welcome as our Preacher - Very Revd Anthony Cane, The Dean of Portsmouth Anglican Cathedral. The service is followed by a Parish BBQ at noon. Statue of St Mary
A chance to catch up with friends old and new and enjoy a BBQ lunch (tickets £2) following the 10am morning service. Tickets available at all 3 churches or book your ticket on 023 9281 4444. Parish BBQ
The end of the Church's patronal celebrations and an opportunity to honour those who are members of the British Nuclear Test Veterans Association. With the Choir of St Mary's: Preces and Responses - William Smith. Psalm 132. Canticles: Fa Burdens - Moles. Anthem: A Maiden Most Gentle - Carter. Choral Evensong
A concert held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church. The start of their 2019/2020 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
Visit this historic Church and climb the Tower for panoramic views of the city, or pick through the bargains at the Nearly New Sale. Refreshments also available. St Mary's Nearly New Sale Terms and conditions for Climbing St Mary’s Tower: Do's and don’ts: Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times; No children...
A morning of coffee, cake and chat to raise money. Coffee Morning at St Wiflrid's
The Fifth Festival celebrating life in Fratton, organised by Fratton Big Local. Live music, activities and entertainment for all ages. St Mary's Quiet Space at Fratton Family Festival The festival is held at the Southern end of Fratton Road.
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the Roberts Centre. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
A morning exploring our Harvest using music, art, craft, play and ending with a free lunch. Messy Church
A chance to thank God for the gifts of creation which we enjoy every day and to think about how we can share those gifts with others. Harvest Service St Mary's Service starts at 10am at St Mary's. Service starts 9:30am at St Wilfrid's and St Faith's. Harvest St Wilfrid's Harvest at St Faith's
You are invited to join members of the Parish in a Harvest Supper - a ploughman's meal - and entertainment provided by members of the churches and a 'surprise' item by the clergy and ministers of the 3 churches. Tickets are £2.50 - available from the churches or phone 023 9281 4444. Harvest Supper
A coffee morning held on behalf of the Macmillan Trust. Macmillan Coffee Morning
The whole Parish come together to join Bishop Christopher as he confirms candidates from St James Milton as well as those from our Parish. There will be no morning Eucharist service at St Faith's nor St Wilfrid's this Sunday. Confirmation Service
An opportunity for interested young people to come and see what it is like to be in the Choir at St Mary's, hear about what is involved and meet other young choristers. Choristers Receiving Medals and Certificates
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.
A concert held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church. The 2nd of their 2019/2020 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, and to begin to mark the celebrations for St Faith's Day (October 6th). St Faith's Mini Market
A celebration of the life of the Church of St Faith's and the community it serves. With guest preacher Rev'd Hugo Deadman from St Jame's, Milton. The service will be followed by refreshments. Anthem: O Quam Gloriosam - Victoria Icon of St Faith
