Prestwood Nature have kindly organised a working party to clear the North Graveyard on Saturday 27 September. If you think you could help, please let Dick Rivett know. Refreshments will be available in the Hall.
Velvet and I would like to thank everybody for their kindness and generosity in giving us such a magnificent send off. It was a day that will live forever in my memory. It was such a pleasure to be surrounded by so many friends, old and new, and to share so vibrantly all that we have achieved together in the two parishes. Thank you all so much for your generosity towards us, for the presents and gifts, and for the memories which we have shared—which were captured so perfectly in the lovely book created by the young people. I will treasure my map of this beautiful stomping ground and the book of the Stations of the Cross, which along with everything else sums up what the last 17 years have meant to me. We shall not be short of jam, marmalade, pickled onions or champagne for a long time to come. But most importantly of all we shall take with us wonderful memories of wonderfulpeople and wonderful times here. It has been a huge privilege to have been a part of what God has been doing in this place and to have played a part in the story of the two churches.
Please hold us in your prayers as we will hold you in ours and be sure that God will be with you in this next stage of your shared life. Laus Deo!
Deiniol.
A huge thank you to all those involved with the preparations for Deiniol's last Service and celebratory lunch. A special thanks to SEARCH who worked tirelessly and to all those that helped move furniture between HTP and GH.
Thank you, also, to all those that attended the service and/or donated money. Deiniol received some wonderful gifts and was presented with a cash present of £2,450. We wish him and his family well and all the very best for the future
As is usual our pattern of worship will change slightly during the Summer Holidays:
Morning Prayer: The last morning prayer will be Thursday 24th July 2025, returning on Monday 1st September 2025.
Midweek Eucharists: Will take a break on Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th July for Lighthouse, returning and continuing through August.
The Wool Gatherers are on tour this summer - rather than meeting in the Annexe they will be meeting in each other's gardens. An opportunity to enjoy the weather whilst cracking on with your craft. The first 'On Tour' date is 22nd July, returning to the Annexe on Tuesday 9th September. If you would like to join them please reach out to Barbara.
We are in need of some volunteers to help at three of our weekly clubs. The more volunteers we have - the less often you are likely to need to do it.
This includes:
Sparks Club | Mondays, 11.45am - 12.45pm | Prestwood Infant School
Light Club | Thursdays, 12.15pm - 1.15pm | Prestwood Junior School
Toy Library | Thursdays, 9.30am - 1pm | The Annexe
If you would like to help with any of these then please speak to Frances.
We work in the community with Acts 435. Acts 435 is a giving website that allows people to give money directly to others, and 100% of what is donated via Acts 435 goes directly to those in need. When so many people need so much help giving to charities and good causes can sometimes feel overwhelming and hard. Acts 435 puts people who want to help in touch with people who are in need, through a network of churches and local charities. Acts 435 enables virtual, online giving for specific needs.
If you would like to be notified by email when a local Acts 435 is made by us, please let one of the clergy know.
After a thorough audit and the submission of our paperwork to the A Rocha Eco Church Awards Scheme Holy Trinity, Prestwood has been awarded the Bronze Eco Church Award. This scheme is our church's primary means of addressing the climate crisis through the PCC's Climate Strategy. We are now working on achieving the next-level Silver Award.
Help us respond faithfully to the climate and nature crises! Join us in reaching the Silver Award!
More than 1.7 billion people around the world are unbanked and can’t access the financial services they need. Kiva is an international nonprofit, founded in 2005 in San Francisco, with a mission to expand financial access to help underserved communities thrive. They do this by crowdfunding loans and unlocking capital for the underserved, improving the quality and cost of financial services, and addressing the underlying barriers to financial access around the world. Through Kiva's work, students can pay for tuition, women can start businesses, farmers are able to invest in equipment and families can afford needed emergency care.
We have had a team on Kiva for about ten years. In that time we have:
Currently there are 15 team members. You can be one of them! By lending as little as $25 on Kiva, you can be part of the solution and make a real difference in someone’s life. 100% of every dollar you lend on Kiva goes to funding loans.
Follow the link on the website or scan the QR code and you too can Join our team today!
Great to see the work of Holy Trinity, Prestwood featured on the BBC News website, alongside our village schools and council services. Our amazing Family Suport Worker, Fran McLean spearheads our fantastic team of volunteers who do so much work in the community, just some of which is referenced here.
Cost of living: The hidden poverty in England's least deprived area - BBC News
Did you know you can light a candle and make a prayer request in Holy Trinity, Prestwood? The church is open all day for everyone. You are invited to walk in and up to the altar area, light your candle and write your prayer--or just sit and spend time with God.
If you are arranging an event and are interested in using the Church Hall, Church, Cottage or Marquee then please get in touch! You can contact Lesley at
Many people would like to sponsor the church flowers or music on a particular Sunday in memory of a loved one. If you would like to sponsor flowers or music then please speak to the Rector, a church warden or contact Amy in the office to make the arrangements. Suggested sponsorship is £30 for flowers or music for £50, but other donations are also welcome.
Holy Trinity, Prestwood is an Inclusive Church. We are part of the Church of England.
We are in the Oxford diocese and the Wendover Deanery.
The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of Holy Trinity, Prestwood is a registered charity, no. 1129233.