Purpose

To assist people to plan and experience this significant life event in a way that helps them know God’s presence.

When and Where

Funerals take place either in church followed by a brief ceremony at the crematorium/cemetery or at the crematorium/cemetery.

What Happens

In the case of a bereavement one of the team will visit you to offer support and advice as you plan the funeral and as you continue in your bereavement?

How do I make contact?

If you need to make contact following the death of a loved one please call one of the Staff Team direct: Paul Harris (Rector) on 01242 690007 (email Paul Harris here) or speak to Jon Ward (Curate) on 01242 224303 (email Jon Ward here). They will help you in the initial arrangements with undertakers for the funeral and will support you through your bereavement.
 









The Alpha Course

Would you like to discover more about God and Christianity?  Would you like to explore some of those nagging questions or brush up on the basics?  The Alpha Course is open to all and  is free.

Go to Alpha page for more information here

Baptisms


It's good to thank God for the gift of a new life and we all need support in bringing up our children as Christians.


Weddings


Choosing to get married is a big decision and we are pleased that more local couples are choosing to get married at St Mark.