Come and join us in church for prayer:

Mondays at 9.30am
Wednesdays at 10.30am, followed by coffee at 11am

On Wednesdays, we’re also bringing back an old tradition! Over coffee and a chat, we’ll spend a little time folding and stapling the Orders of Service ready for Sunday. It’s a simple way to lend a hand, enjoy some company and get involved in church life. There’s no need to commit every week – just come along when you can. Whether you join us for prayer, coffee, helping out – or all three – you’ll be very welcome!

Please come and join us on Saturday 10th October, from 9.00am–12.00pm, for an hour or two as we give the churchyard a good tidy-up ready for winter. We’re hoping to be joined by some members of Prestwood Nature, so it should be a lovely opportunity to work together and enjoy some time outdoors. The wild north graveyard will be strimmed during the week beforehand. We already have two volunteers, but a few more helping hands would be very welcome! The church has a spare strimmer available to use. Please bring rakes, gloves and secateurs if you have them.

And, of course, we’ll keep everyone going with coffee and biscuits!

Thank you – we’d love to see you there!

‘It was so lovely to celebrate with you all on Sunday evening at Michelle’s Licensing. I know a lot of you are wondering and asking what is next for me, so I thought I’d share a quick notice so you all get the same message. The simple answer is I don’t know at the moment. I do know, however, that I am going to take a bit of time to discern the next move and so you won’t be seeing me much on Sunday mornings. I am taking this opportunity to go and cover at other churches so I can experience different contexts and work out the future context to which I am being called. I’m still here, I’m still your curate and you can still reach me in all the usual ways. This isn’t goodbye - not yet. Once I know more I will share this with you and we can celebrate in the best way we know how!!’

God bless,

Kayleigh

It's that time of year again, when we celebrate God's creation and all the goodness the earth provides. Below you'll find details of all we are offering over this Harvest Season. 

Chiltern Foodbank

Each year we support the Chiltern Foodbank, who have a distribution hub based in Holy Trinity, Prestwood. 

This year they are in need of:

Following the success of previous years, Prestwood’s Autumn Fair with Local Charities is back!

On Saturday 7th November, we’ll be filling the Church, Church Hall and Annexe with a wonderful selection of local charities and community organisations, giving them the opportunity to showcase the work they do and raise much-needed funds.
🍁 Crafts and gifts
🍁 Homemade jams, preserves and cakes
🍁 Games and activities
🍁 Raffle with some amazing prizes
🍁 Teas, coffees and delicious refreshments in the cafe in the hall
🍁 Lots of opportunities to support some fantastic local causes
There will be something for everyone, whether you want to discover more about charities in our local community and how you can support them, you’re looking for a few early Christmas gifts or simply fancy an afternoon out supporting some really worthwhile causes. Entry is £1 and all proceeds from the door, raffle and refreshments will go towards supporting the community work carried out by Holy Trinity, Prestwood including The Chiltern Foodbank, TLG Make Lunch and the Toy Library, all of which are run by our wonderful volunteers.

More information about the participating charities will be coming soon but in the meantime, please save the date and come along to support your local charities and community!

St Mary Magdalene is delighted to host an evening performance by Chalfont-based Vache Baroque, as part of Chiltern Society Festival Week, on Saturday 3rd October, 7.00–8.30pm.  It promises to be a wonderful evening of music in a beautiful setting. Tickets are available here: An Evening with Vache Baroque - Chiltern Society

We need 20 new ‘Theo’ chairs that we can use for additional seating, and make possible more flexible use of our space. We currently have 10, and sponsorship for an additional 4. We would love to be able to raise the remaining balance to order our final 10 chairs. 

By making a donation to sponsor a chair, you will be playing an important part in help our church reach its potential as a worshipping space and venue for small groups.

Sponsorship can be made by an individual, a family or a group of people. Sponsoring a seat in remembrance of someone who has died is a special way to honour their memory.

Once all chairs are sponsored, we will record every sponsor and loved one remembered to be kept in perpetuity.

If you would like to sponsor a chair then visit https://www.greathampden.org.uk/sponsorachair.  

The PCC of Great Hampden are in need of a new PCC Secretary. This is an exciting opportunity to support the life of the church. PCC Secretaries are not required to be members of the PCC, but support the work that the PCC undertakes on behalf of the congregation.

The role includes:

• record keeping,
• liasing with the Rector and PCC to set meeting dates,
• preparing the agenda, and sending out relevant papers ahead of the meeting,
• taking minutes during the meeting,
• preparing minutes and distributing after the meeting,
• assisting in the governance for the annual meeting. 

Support and workshops are provided by the Diocese and more information is available here: https://www.oxford.anglican.org/pcc-secretaries/. 

If this is something you would be interested in please speak to the clergy or churchwardens. 

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.

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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information. 

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 Jo in the office to make the arrangements. Suggested sponsorship is £30 for flowers or music for £50, but other donations are also welcome.