Faiths & Paths in Glastonbury: Christianity
Glastonbury has long been recognised as a Christian spiritual centre and has two pilgrimages a year which give honour to the belief that this is the first Christian community in England and built by Joseph of Arimathea .
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- There are more than 70 practising spiritual faiths and paths in Glastonbury and many more individuals that have developed their own paths that have helped them explore the Divine.
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A Silent Vigil for Peace
Held at Glastonbury Market Cross each Friday from 12.00 noon -12.30. Organised by members of local churches, all are welcomed. "We pray in silence for peace for around half an hour - peace in the world, in your country, in your town, in your community, in your family, in your heart". |
Christian Meditation
Julie Roberts is the Somerset Coordinator for the World Community of Christian Meditation. There are Christian meditation groups meeting regularly around the county including the Glastonbury group which meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 5.15pm in the Miracles Room. All are welcomed from all faiths and none.
[The Miracles Room can be found above the shop 'Margaret Kimber' in the Glastonbury Experience Courtyard - 2 - 4 High Street, Stairs lead off to the right of the shop and up to the venue.]
Contact: Julie Roberts, WCCM Coordinator for Somerset, Email.
Julie Roberts is the Somerset Coordinator for the World Community of Christian Meditation. There are Christian meditation groups meeting regularly around the county including the Glastonbury group which meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 5.15pm in the Miracles Room. All are welcomed from all faiths and none.
[The Miracles Room can be found above the shop 'Margaret Kimber' in the Glastonbury Experience Courtyard - 2 - 4 High Street, Stairs lead off to the right of the shop and up to the venue.]
Contact: Julie Roberts, WCCM Coordinator for Somerset, Email.
Avalon Forest Church
1. Walking in the Jesus tradition
2. Discovering the wonder of the Divine in nature
3. Welcoming all from any path who wish to walk this path together.
Contact: Reverend Sister Diana Greenfield
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1. Walking in the Jesus tradition
2. Discovering the wonder of the Divine in nature
3. Welcoming all from any path who wish to walk this path together.
Contact: Reverend Sister Diana Greenfield
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St Patrick's Chapel within the grounds of the Abbey
Glastonbury Abbey
Even after almost 2000 years, pilgrims still come to Glastonbury Abbey to take part in services, which continue the Abbey's tradition as a living Church. Every week, throughout the year, services are held in St. Patrick's Chapel – Tuesday at 10.30am. This chapel was founded by Abbot Richard Beere in 1500 and so has been witness to 500 years of Christian worship. In the summer months this service may transfer outside, to the crypt of the Lady Chapel, if the weather is fine.
Even after almost 2000 years, pilgrims still come to Glastonbury Abbey to take part in services, which continue the Abbey's tradition as a living Church. Every week, throughout the year, services are held in St. Patrick's Chapel – Tuesday at 10.30am. This chapel was founded by Abbot Richard Beere in 1500 and so has been witness to 500 years of Christian worship. In the summer months this service may transfer outside, to the crypt of the Lady Chapel, if the weather is fine.
Summer is the high point of the modern-day Glastonbury Pilgrimage. Begun by a few local Somerset churches in 1924, the pilgrimage has become a public expression of personal faith. Groups of worshippers come from all over Britain and Europe. On a Saturday in June, at noon, pilgrims gather inside the Abbey ruins. They then process from the Abbey and down the High Street with banners flying, as a procession of witness. Then returning to the ruined nave of the Abbey church, the assembled multitude of Christians receive the Sacrament of the Eucharist from the presiding bishop and the priests and deacons who are there to assist him.
On the same day, an Orthodox service is held in the ruins of the Lady Chapel to venerate the icon of Our Lady of Glastonbury. Musicians, choirs and actors entertain the pilgrims as the day progresses. Later in the day, the pilgrims again assemble in the ruins of the abbey to hear Pilgrims prayers and Evensong.
On the following day the Roman Catholic Pilgrimage takes place, beginning on the slopes of Glastonbury Tor, where the Bishop of Clifton and a visiting dignitary lead the singing pilgrims down to the ancient Abbey ruins where Mass is then celebrated.
On the same day, an Orthodox service is held in the ruins of the Lady Chapel to venerate the icon of Our Lady of Glastonbury. Musicians, choirs and actors entertain the pilgrims as the day progresses. Later in the day, the pilgrims again assemble in the ruins of the abbey to hear Pilgrims prayers and Evensong.
On the following day the Roman Catholic Pilgrimage takes place, beginning on the slopes of Glastonbury Tor, where the Bishop of Clifton and a visiting dignitary lead the singing pilgrims down to the ancient Abbey ruins where Mass is then celebrated.
Church groups are welcome to make their own pilgrimage to the abbey at other times during the year. Prior arrangement is essential - please contact the custodian.
Communion service in St Patricks Chapel at 10.30 every Tuesday
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Communion service in St Patricks Chapel at 10.30 every Tuesday
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Tel: 01458 832267
Glastonbury Methodist Church
Located nearly opposite the top of the High Street on Lambrook St.
Sunday Service: 10.45 am - Junior Church meets at the same time.
Tuesdays 10.30-11am: Prayer meeting.
Wednesdays 2.30pm: Fellowship for all - with a varied programme of interest.
Fridays 10.30am-12 noon: Open coffee morning.
There are also House Groups meeting in several peoples homes.
Contact: Revd. Nick Lakin: 01458 832 267
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Located nearly opposite the top of the High Street on Lambrook St.
Sunday Service: 10.45 am - Junior Church meets at the same time.
Tuesdays 10.30-11am: Prayer meeting.
Wednesdays 2.30pm: Fellowship for all - with a varied programme of interest.
Fridays 10.30am-12 noon: Open coffee morning.
There are also House Groups meeting in several peoples homes.
Contact: Revd. Nick Lakin: 01458 832 267
Glastonbury United Reformed Church
Sunday Service: 10.30am.This church welcomes children to join in with the life of the church and runs a 'junior church' as part of its Sunday worship.
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Contacts:
The Revd. Tim Richards: 01458 252799
Evelyn Ridout: 01458 832819
Sunday Service: 10.30am.This church welcomes children to join in with the life of the church and runs a 'junior church' as part of its Sunday worship.
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Contacts:
The Revd. Tim Richards: 01458 252799
Evelyn Ridout: 01458 832819
Grace Community Church
Formerly Mid Somerset Community Church. Our prayer is that you will be blessed by God and that you too will want to 'know Christ and make Him known'. Why not pop in to see us next time you are near Glastonbury? We meet on a Sunday morning from 10.30am in Glastonbury at Landmark House.
Mid Somerset Community Church began 20 years ago when a group of people met to pray in a home in Glastonbury. Since then the church has established itself in the area and draws people from surrounding towns and villages. We are part of a family of churches from across the UK and overseas who have chosen to work together under the banner of Lifelink International (Global Horizons).
As a local church we are made up of people from diverse backgrounds who share a common faith in Jesus. As part of God's family we enjoy spending time together and supporting one another.
2, Landmark House, Wirral Park Road, Glastonbury. BA6 9FR.
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Formerly Mid Somerset Community Church. Our prayer is that you will be blessed by God and that you too will want to 'know Christ and make Him known'. Why not pop in to see us next time you are near Glastonbury? We meet on a Sunday morning from 10.30am in Glastonbury at Landmark House.
Mid Somerset Community Church began 20 years ago when a group of people met to pray in a home in Glastonbury. Since then the church has established itself in the area and draws people from surrounding towns and villages. We are part of a family of churches from across the UK and overseas who have chosen to work together under the banner of Lifelink International (Global Horizons).
As a local church we are made up of people from diverse backgrounds who share a common faith in Jesus. As part of God's family we enjoy spending time together and supporting one another.
2, Landmark House, Wirral Park Road, Glastonbury. BA6 9FR.
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Quaker Meeting House (Street)
Quakers share a way of life rather than a set of beliefs and seek to experience God directly, within themselves and in their relationships with others and the world around. These direct encounters with the Divine are where Quakers find meaning and purpose in their lives. Quakers have been meeting in Street since the 1650's. The first Quaker Meeting House, built on the current site, was thatched and this was superseded in 1850 by the building that you see today.
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Quakers share a way of life rather than a set of beliefs and seek to experience God directly, within themselves and in their relationships with others and the world around. These direct encounters with the Divine are where Quakers find meaning and purpose in their lives. Quakers have been meeting in Street since the 1650's. The first Quaker Meeting House, built on the current site, was thatched and this was superseded in 1850 by the building that you see today.
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Meeting for Worship
Sundays from 10.00am onwards. Meeting takes place from 10.30am - 11.30am. You are very welcome to join us and we enjoy meeting new enquirers and visitors. If you are on holiday in the beautiful southwest and would prefer to find another meeting closer to where you are staying, do try Find a Quaker Meeting on the excellent national website for Quakers.
Street Quaker Meeting House, 36 High Street, Street, BA16 0EB
You'll find a map of our location here.
Contact: 01458 443695
Maurice Bennington: 01934 742 848
Sundays from 10.00am onwards. Meeting takes place from 10.30am - 11.30am. You are very welcome to join us and we enjoy meeting new enquirers and visitors. If you are on holiday in the beautiful southwest and would prefer to find another meeting closer to where you are staying, do try Find a Quaker Meeting on the excellent national website for Quakers.
Street Quaker Meeting House, 36 High Street, Street, BA16 0EB
You'll find a map of our location here.
Contact: 01458 443695
Maurice Bennington: 01934 742 848
St. Benedicts Church
St. Benedict's is located near the top of Benedict Street, which continues down from the bottom of Glastonbury High Street. This is currently the only Anglican Church open due to the restoration work at St John's. The church is open for tea/cake on Mondays and Saturdays 10-2.
Other events should be on the web site.
Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for Wednesday).
Office hours are 9-4 Monday -Thursday and 9-1 on Fridays. Closed for lunch 1-2pm. Email address is [email protected].
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Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for wednesday).
Vicar: Reverend David MacGeoch
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St. Benedict's is located near the top of Benedict Street, which continues down from the bottom of Glastonbury High Street. This is currently the only Anglican Church open due to the restoration work at St John's. The church is open for tea/cake on Mondays and Saturdays 10-2.
Other events should be on the web site.
Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for Wednesday).
Office hours are 9-4 Monday -Thursday and 9-1 on Fridays. Closed for lunch 1-2pm. Email address is [email protected].
Website
Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for wednesday).
Vicar: Reverend David MacGeoch
St. John the Baptist Church
The church is open daily Monday to Friday from 10.30 am to 12.30 p.m and most afternoons until 4.00 pm for quiet, prayers and refreshments.
Every Tuesday - Healing Ministry followed by service on the 4th Tuesdays. Organizer: Email
Prayer for Healing, both physical, spiritual and emotional, has been available on an individual basis for many years, with people bringing requests for themselves, their family and friends, and for issues in a wider context in the world. Every Tuesday, Market Day, the prayer team is available in one of the side Chapels of the Church from 10.30am - 12.30pm, and also on Sunday during the morning Eucharist service at 9.30am. Times of all church services
Labyrinth: There is a Labyrinth in the churchyard, intended for prayer and meditation. More info on this from Glastonbury Information Centre.
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Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for Wednesday) Office hours are 9-4 Monday -Thursday and 9-1 on Fridays. Closed for lunch 1-2pm. Email address is [email protected].
Vicar: Reverend David MacGeoch
Email
The church is open daily Monday to Friday from 10.30 am to 12.30 p.m and most afternoons until 4.00 pm for quiet, prayers and refreshments.
Every Tuesday - Healing Ministry followed by service on the 4th Tuesdays. Organizer: Email
Prayer for Healing, both physical, spiritual and emotional, has been available on an individual basis for many years, with people bringing requests for themselves, their family and friends, and for issues in a wider context in the world. Every Tuesday, Market Day, the prayer team is available in one of the side Chapels of the Church from 10.30am - 12.30pm, and also on Sunday during the morning Eucharist service at 9.30am. Times of all church services
Labyrinth: There is a Labyrinth in the churchyard, intended for prayer and meditation. More info on this from Glastonbury Information Centre.
Website
Contacts: Parish Office tel. 01458 830 060 (Open week-day mornings except for Wednesday) Office hours are 9-4 Monday -Thursday and 9-1 on Fridays. Closed for lunch 1-2pm. Email address is [email protected].
Vicar: Reverend David MacGeoch
St Margaret's Chapel & Almshouses
This small ancient chapel and the adjacent Magdalene Almshouses were once part of Glastonbury Abbey and the group of buildings dates back to around the 11th Century, when Glastonbury was a major pilgrimage destination. It was at first a Hospital for up to 13 sick men. Two rows of Men’s Almshouses replaced the Hospital in the 16th Century to accommodate the poor men in the parish until 1954. In 1960 one row of houses was destroyed and the other was restored together with the chapel. The Chapel, Almshouses and gardens are cared for by the Trustees and Volunteers of the Mary and Margaret Charity. The chapel is a Chapel of Ease – a place of quiet contemplation and prayer during the day, and is available in the evenings for group use.
SUMMER OPENING TIMES
10.00 am – 4.00pm March to October
WINTER OPENING TIMES
10am – 3pm November – March on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.
How to find us:
The Chapel is situated behind 38 Magdalene Street. Access is down a path adjacent to 38 Magdalene St. It is also No 19 on the Glastonbury Millenium Trail.
Website www.stmargaretschapel.org.uk
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This small ancient chapel and the adjacent Magdalene Almshouses were once part of Glastonbury Abbey and the group of buildings dates back to around the 11th Century, when Glastonbury was a major pilgrimage destination. It was at first a Hospital for up to 13 sick men. Two rows of Men’s Almshouses replaced the Hospital in the 16th Century to accommodate the poor men in the parish until 1954. In 1960 one row of houses was destroyed and the other was restored together with the chapel. The Chapel, Almshouses and gardens are cared for by the Trustees and Volunteers of the Mary and Margaret Charity. The chapel is a Chapel of Ease – a place of quiet contemplation and prayer during the day, and is available in the evenings for group use.
SUMMER OPENING TIMES
10.00 am – 4.00pm March to October
WINTER OPENING TIMES
10am – 3pm November – March on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.
How to find us:
The Chapel is situated behind 38 Magdalene Street. Access is down a path adjacent to 38 Magdalene St. It is also No 19 on the Glastonbury Millenium Trail.
Website www.stmargaretschapel.org.uk
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The Shrine of Our Lady St. Mary of Glastonbury
The Church is situated opposite Glastonbury Abbey on Magadalene Street and is place of special veneration. It is the home of the Shrine of our Lady St. Mary of Glastonbury (restored by the Holy See in 1955),which was originally in the first wattle church built in Glastonbury in pre-saxon times.
Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage and other events through-out the year. See website for details.
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Contact: Catherine M Woolmer, Shrine Manager, Tel: 01458 835931
Thursdays: Contemplative prayer 15.45 (St Mary's Hall)
Saturday: Healing Prayer: 10.30 (St Mary's Hall)
St Mary's Hall is located just behind the church on Magdalene Street
The Church is situated opposite Glastonbury Abbey on Magadalene Street and is place of special veneration. It is the home of the Shrine of our Lady St. Mary of Glastonbury (restored by the Holy See in 1955),which was originally in the first wattle church built in Glastonbury in pre-saxon times.
Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage and other events through-out the year. See website for details.
Website
Contact: Catherine M Woolmer, Shrine Manager, Tel: 01458 835931
Thursdays: Contemplative prayer 15.45 (St Mary's Hall)
Saturday: Healing Prayer: 10.30 (St Mary's Hall)
St Mary's Hall is located just behind the church on Magdalene Street
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