Christ Church considers safeguarding to be a major aspect of its responsibilities within its Christian care for the wellbeing of its parishioners and local community.
It has adopted and adheres to the Church of England statement `Promoting a Safer Church` as set out below.
Andre Martin RIP
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We are saddened to learn of Andre's death last week; details of his funeral will be shared once they are arranged. Please pray for the repose of Andre's soul, and for his family.
Would you like to join our welcome team?
At Services and Events
Throughout the year
If you're interested in helping out welcoming at our upcoming events, please sign up at the back of the church and speak to Jane Hart who is co-ordinating our Ministry of Welcome team, alternatively register interest in joining the team by visiting the `Register Interest` page on this site.
Cosy Crypt
Weekly on Thursdays
Cosy Crypt is a Warm Space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together sharing conversation, and each others company, with free tea , coffee & biscuits. We work in partnership with Citizens Advice 1066 with one of their advisers usually available 12pm-2pm for those who wish to seek advice on things like benefits, housing and other matters. We can provide some items of other food such as soup and long-life items if needed. We welcome you to come in from the cold outside and join us.
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Service Name
This is the space to introduce the Services section. Briefly describe the types of services offered and highlight any special benefits or features.
Service Name
This is the space to introduce the Services section. Briefly describe the types of services offered and highlight any special benefits or features.
Service Name
Week of Prayer for Chrisitian Unity
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Sunday 18th - Sunday 25th January 2026.
The Evensong on Sunday 25th for Christian Unity at 6pm is CANCELLED The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is a nationwide event.
Sunday Evensong - CANCELLED
Sunday 25th January 2026
6pm - Evensong followed by Supper and a Guest Speaker
Enjoy choral evensong followed by supper and a guest speaker talking on a subject of local or wider interest. Free of charge, donations welcome. If you would like to know more contact the Parish Office - enquiries@christchurchstleonards.co.uk
Taizé for Candlemas
Sunday 1st February
6pm
Taize prayer is a simple, meditative form of worship, calling us to dwell deeply in Christ's presence around and within us. Followed by refreshments. Repeated chants and songs, prayerful silence, and short readings guide focus of the prayer in a candle lit space.
Rector
Fr Thomas Crowley
rector@christchurchstleonards.co.uk
Emergency Contact (Last Rites & Pastoral Emergencies)
07940 944880
Fr Thomas' rest day is usually Monday
Welcome!
You are very welcome to come to all Services and Events. With a daily Mass and weekly Church and Community Events throughout the year. Everyone, regardless of background or faith is welcome. We also exist for the community, offering help and support to all those in need.
The church is open everyday of the week, you are welcome to pray, join in worship and become part of the Church community if you would like to. Or visit to find peace, calm and a place of stillness for personal reflection.
Our main act of worship on a Sunday as a Parish is the weekly 10:30am Sung Mass. There is also an 8am Low Mass every Sunday morning. Services are offered every weekday and on Saturdays. On Saturdays, in addition to the 10:30am Mass there is a Latin Mass at 6pm if you would like to join with us you are very welcome, the English translation is alongside the Latin in the Mass booklet.
Do join us at any of the Services and at any of our events throughout the year.
We exist not only for worship but also for the community acting as a hub where reassurance and help are offered, and where everyone who seeks spiritual connection is welcomed.
A Prayer for Our Parish
Dear Almighty Father,
You chose St Leonards as the home for our Church to honour and serve the poorest of our community and those most in need of reassurance and help.
May we strive towards unity and peace among the people of our town growing in understanding of one another uniting in faith.
As we seek to strengthen our bond with you, o Lord through prayer and worship, may we ask for your forgiveness and compassion as we hear your word, maintain the life everlasting and know your presence.
We ask for your blessing as we welcome those new and old to our Church and town, from shores near and far, young and old as we come to know the Glory of your name through your son Jesus Christ.
Amen.