XLP City Sleep Out – 19 May
We’re delighted to be able to offer the Court and Hall to our neighbours and partner charity XLP for another City Sleep Out, following successful events in 2018 and 2019 which raised many thousands of pounds for the charity’s work with disadvantaged young people. Because of the rising cost of living, an increasing number of young people (aged 16 to 24) are at risk of homelessness, with 15,500 already experiencing it as a reality in London alone. Funds raised by participants
Choral Concert TOMORROW 10 May
It is wonderful to be welcoming choral groups to St Botolph’s once again to take advantage of the wonderful acoustics of our church and Hall. Returning tomorrow, 10 May at 6.30 pm for a short concert and reception is the ensemble Siglo de Oro and its director Patrick Allies. The group is praised for its ‘golden tone, fresh interpretations, and innovative programming’ - all are warmly invited to attend this short concert giving a preview of the 2023-24 season, followed
Personal Training in the Hall
We are pleased to welcome Sami A Tertar who is booking the Lower Hall to run personal training sessions. If you would like to contact him or find out more about what he can do for you please take a look at his website Click Here
Easter Message From the Rector
Message from The Rector Easter Hope Easter is a time of hope in the true and affirmative sense. In casual conversation when we use the word ‘hope’ it is often in a way which suggests doubt or wavering uncertainty. ‘I hope I can make it, I hope to see you’. In terms of faith, hope is certain. Hope is eager anticipation and a firm acknowledgement that, ultimately all will be well. It is with hope that we look ahead with confident expectation of
Looking ahead – Holy Week services
Monday 3 April Monday in Holy Week Said Mass at 12.10 pm Tuesday 4 April Tuesday in Holy Week Said Masses at 8.10 am and 12.10 pm Wednesday 5 April Wednesday in Holy Week Said Mass at 8.10 am Choral Music and Reflections for Holy Week at 1.10 pm Thursday 6 April Maundy Thursday Choral Mass with Maundy Ceremonies at 1.10 pm
Fairtrade Fortnight starts 27 February 2023
St Botolph's has been a proud supporter of Fairtrade for a number of years, we serve Fairtrade refreshments after the Wednesday service. When we decided to open a coffee kiosk in the Church we were committed to only sell Fairtrade Tea and Coffee. What does Fairtrade do? Fairtrade works with farming co-operatives, businesses and governments to make trade fair. Together with Fairtrade farmers and workers they have a vision: a world in which trade is based on fairness so that producers earn secure
Update on Fr David and January services
Following last week's announcement of Fr David's foot injury, the latest update is that he is awaiting a further surgical procedure. He continues in good spirits, but is quite immobile and has been told that his foot needs elevation and total rest for a few weeks. He is at home and will not be able to take services for the time being. The normal pattern of weekday services will continue with the exception of the Tuesday 8.10 am Mass, which is
New Year Updates
St Botolph's re-opened after the Christmas break yesterday, 3 January. Our first Choral Mass of 2023 will take place today, Wednesday 4 January, at 1.10 pm, and will anticipate the Feast of the Epiphany. Fr David will be away from church for a little while, having sustained an injury to his right foot in December. Unfortunately this has not healed as anticipated, and has required minor surgery at St Thomas's Hospital. He is in good spirits, but is quite immobile and
