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
This group, which all are welcome to join, supports the young people of the Parish and the care of the historic and beautiful building of St Mary's. If you are interested in being a "Friend" please come to the meeting or phone 023 9281 4444.
A celebration of the life of the Church of St Wilfrid's. The service will be followed by refreshments. Guest Preacher: Rev'd Allie Kerr, Vicar of St Cuthbert's. Anthem: Holy is the True Light - Harris. St Wilfrid
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the Church. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
Featuring St Mary's Choir and Foundation Young Musicians, admission is free with retiring collection in aid of the St Mary's Music Foundation, which supports young people from the area in developing their musical skills. Music Foundation Annual Concert
Support the work of the Church as it seeks to raise funds to support its work in the area. Traditional stalls for bric-a-brac, cakes, books and crafts; independent stall holders offering a range of crafts and other goods; refreshments; games; a raffle etc, and a chance to visit this splendid historic Church building. St Mary's...
A chance to raise some funds with Coffee, Chat and Cakes. Coffee Morning at St Wiflrid's
A service at which we remember and pray for those we have loved who have died. At this service the Choir will sing parts of the Requiem Mass with music from "A Short Requiem" by Walford Davies and "Pro Defunctis" by Brian Moles. Requiem Mass for All Souls
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.
Our 2019 monthly Organ Recital series continues with a recital by Canon Peter Gould. 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! Organ Recitalist...
There will be an act of Remembrance at all 3 churches. These will take place in the context of the Sunday Eucharist starting at: 9:30am - St Faith's. 10:00am - St Mary's and St Wilfrid's. Remembrance Sunday
Join the local branch of the British Legion in remembering those who gave their lives in war so that we might enjoy the freedoms we have today. Anthem: Requiem Aeternam II - Walford Davies. British Legion Remembrance Service
Coffee, chat, cakes and a chance to raise money for charity. Coffee Morning at St Faith's
Salzburg Splendour with Southern Pro Musica. Conductor David Gostick. Mozart – Solemn Vespers. Solennes de Confessore K.339 written in 1780. Michael Haydn. Requiem in C Minor. Missa pro Defunctis was written in 1771. Salzburg Splendour Concert
Box & Fir are a nationally renowned ensemble from Windsor, and we are very pleased they are coming all the way to Portsmouth to perform at our final Music Foundation Concert of the season. Featuring Rogers Covey-Crump (Tenor), Jenny Thomas (Flute & Rogers Covey-Crump, Tenor Recorder) and Ian Gammie (Guitar), they will be performing music...
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the Churches Homeless Action voucher scheme. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
A concert held by the Royal Marine School of Music at the Church. The 3rd 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
Come and enjoy a traditional fair with stalls, games, raffle and refreshments. St Wilfrid's Christmas Fair
A free morning event exploring Advent with art, craft, music, lantern making and wreath making followed by a free lunch for all the family - ending at 1pm. Messy Advent 2019
A special service of Advent music which in candlelight prepares us for the coming of the light of the world. With favourite Advent carols and the Choir of St Mary's motets include: Es Ist Ein Ros Unsprungen - Praetorius Matin Responsory - Self Adam Lay YBounden - Ord Tochter Zion - Handel Riu, Riu, Chiu...
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
An opportunity to hear from the Candidates for Portsmouth South and their response to questions raised by members of local churches and communities. Send your questions to portsmouthdeanery.admin@portsmouth.anglican.org. To be held at St John's Cathedral, Bishop Crispian Way, Portsmouth, PO1 3HQ. Election Hustings 2019
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the Churches Homeless Action Appeal. 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 procession of lanterns and light through Fratton ending with entertainment in the Church. Fratton Big Local helping Fratton to shine. Weather permitting the procession will leave the Royal British Legion Club at Fratton Bridge at 6.00pm and should arrive at St Mary's by 6.30pm. Fratton Festival of Light 2019 The theme this year is...
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
A Beetle Drive with a seasonal difference to raise funds for Christian Aid Christmas Appeal– tickets £2.50 Reindeer Drive Christian Aid Christmas Appeal
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".
Mr Fezziwigs Christmas Party by Jonathan Rathbone Christmas Carols for everyone Conductor: David Gostick Accompanist: Ian Richardson Mr Fezziwig is a character from the novel A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens to provide contrast with Ebenezer Scrooge’s attitude towards business ethics. Mr Fezziwig, played by Canon Bob White, Vicar of St Mary's, is instructing a...
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
A chance to enjoy a light lunch. The money raised will be used to support the work of Stop Domestic Abuse. Lunch costs £2.50 and usually consists of soup (with a vegetarian option), a bread and cheese main followed by a pudding.
