About Us
We are now part of the Rossendale Team of nine parishes forming a Mission Community within the Bury and Rossendale Deanery
St Mary's remains Biblically orthodox in its Christian faith (as defined in the '39 Articles of Faith and the historic formularies of the Church of England). Jesus is Lord of every area of our shared and private lives.
We're all on a journey of repentance and transformation, it would be great to share with you on the same journey
Our Vision
Our vision is:
"To reveal Jesus as we love God and serve others in the power of His Spirit."
Our Purpose
To enjoy fellowship as we worship in Spirit and Truth, grow in discipleship, develop in ministry and deploy in mission
Prayer Request Form
Please submit your prayer requests by completing the box below and clicking Send Prayer Request
Notices
Scouts Carol Service
Monday 1st December 6:30PM at St Marys Church
School Christingle
Friday 5th December, 9:30AM at St Marys Church
Light Up a Life
Thursday 11th December 7:00PM at St Marys Church
School Christmas Service
Thursday 18th December 9:30AM at St Marys Church
Rotary Carol Concert
Friday 19th December 7:30PM at St Marys Church
Christingle Service
Sunday 21st December 11:00AM at St Marys Church
Carol Service with Longholme Methodists
Sunday 21st December 6:15PM at St Marys Church
Christmas Eve Make and Take
Wednesday 24th December 2:00PM - 4:00PM at St Marys Church
FREE craft and refreshments, For pre-school and junior children
Family Communion Service with Rev'd Julie
Thurdsay 25th December 10:00AM at St Marys Church
Morning Worship
Sunday 28th December 11:00AM at St Marys Church
Regular Events
Morning Services
Sunday 11:00AM
Sunday school for children during part of the service
Family Service
1st Sunday of month
Suitable for the whole family to join in or with Sunday school for children
Holy Communion
2nd and 4th Sunday of month
Sunday school for children during part of the service
Morning Prayer
3rd Sunday of month
Mothers' Union
3rd Monday of month 7:30pm
Group for anyone, ladies or men who are interested in the cultivation of family life
Soup and a Sandwich
2nd Wednesday of month 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Free soup and a sandwich lunch, open to everyone
House Groups/Bible Study
We currently have two groups, please contact church for more details
On-line Service
Church Services
All service Readings and Prayers will be posted here and on our Facebook page.
Prayers
30th November 2025 by Sue
Today is Advent Sunday. Advent is the time when we think not only about the birth of Jesus but also about His coming back, to claim His kingdom.
We pray for the church, that during the Advent season we may be renewed in faith and hope, reaching out to one another with the love of true disciples.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for World Leaders and diplomats, that they will understand that their policies and actions affect all of humanity and the natural world. May justice, peace and hope be at the core of their work.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for Victims of Violence and war everywhere, especially for the children who suffer so much. May they know the love and compassion they need.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for those in any kind of need; for those facing famine and destitution. May those who are able support those in need.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for all who are sick or anxious and for those in hospital that they may be aware that the Lord Jesus is with them in their troubles.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for those who have recently lost loved ones that they may be granted fullness of life in Christ Jesus.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We pray for those who are anxious about how they will feed their families this Christmas, for those who will find it difficult to buy presents for their children and for those who will be alone on Christmas Day. We thank you for those churches and organisations who open their doors to provide a hot meal and company for those who would otherwise be lonely. We pray that, as a result of this generosity some may seek you.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We thank you for food banks, for Tear Fund, for organisations such as Save the Children and Kids in Rossendale who endeavour to provide gifts for children who would otherwise have no presents to open on Christmas Day.
Come, Lord Jesus; Do not delay
We ask these prayers in and through the name of Jesus.
Amen
Today Talk
30th November 2025
Due to the Christmas nativity there is no on-line sermon this week.
Communion Reflection
This is a short Communion Reflection that you can join at any time. There is a quiet period within it that you can pause if you want a longer period of reflection
Safe Guarding Policy
At St Mary’s, Rawtenstall we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all. We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance.
If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our safeguarding officer.
- Parish Safeguarding Officer: Vicky Rhodes
- Phone: 01254 389589
A hard copy of the ‘Manchester Diocese Safeguarding Handbook’ and the ‘Church of England – Parish Safeguarding Handbook’ are available for inspection in the vestry at St Mary’s.
The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Abbey Clephane-Wilson, she can be contacted at
- Email: safeguarding@manchester.anglican.org
- Phone: 0161 828 1465
- Mobile: 07384 460958
Out of Hours Support
The Diocese of Manchester partners with thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is unavailable. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted on 0303 003 1111.
This also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and weekends. An Information Sharing Agreement between the two organisations will allow the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to receive a copy of the advice thirtyone:eight may offer the caller.
In the case of an emergency
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Service. Lancashire County Council on 0300 123 6720 or outside of working hours 0300 123 6722
Helplines
NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours).
- Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
- Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
- National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
- Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
- Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (freephone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)
Facts
Some interesting facts about St Mary's Rawtenstall
Year Opened
Average Congregation
Downstairs Capacity
Electoral Roll (2020)
Activities
- All
- Adults
- Scouts
- Guides
Mothers Union
3rd Monday, 7:30pm
Rainbows
Monday, 5:30pm
Ladies Fellowship
Alt. Wednesday, 2:00pm
Beavers
Wednesday, 6:15pm
Brownies
Monday, 6:30pm
Mens Breakfast
1st Saturday, 8:15am
Cubs
Tuesday, 7:00pm
Scouts
Thursday, 7:30pm
Guides
Monday, 7:30pm
Our Churches/Friends
Team
Meet the team of people at St Mary's who keep the building functioning, but the real church is not the building but the people who use the building.
Revd Samuel Hameem
Team Vicar in the Rossendale TeamRevd Samuel Hameem
Julie Barratt
Associate MinisterJulie Barratt
Pete Terry
Church WardenPete Terry
Jean Lang
Church WardenJean Lang
Nick and Suzanne
Childrens WorkSuzanne & Nick
Contact Us
Please contact us if you need any further information, or clarification of services/times. We will try and get back to you as soon as possible.