This Week's Services

 All services are held at St Peter and St Paul unless otherwise stated.

 New to church? We have answered your questions here. We look forward to welcoming you.
 

10am Service 

Everyone is welcome to join us for coffee after this service.  This service is streamed live on the Church's Facebook page here, if you are unable to join us in church.
 

Music this week



Music at Parish Eucharist - The Feast of Christ the King - (Sunday next before Advent):
 
Opening CP 369 All people that on earth do dwell, sing to the Lord with cheerful voice…
Gradual CP 589 The King of love my shepherd is, whose goodness faileth never…
Offertory CP 601 Thou didst leave thy throne and thy kingly crown, when thou camest to earth for me…
Anthem   Rejoice the Lord is King - Malcolm Archer
Communion CP 278 Alleluia, sing to Jesus! his the sceptre, his the throne…
Final CP 208 Christ is made the sure foundation, Christ the Head and corner-stone… (Part 2 and Doxology)
Setting   The Salisbury Service - Grayston Ives

Music at Choral Evensong:
 
Opening: CP 497   Let all the world in every corner sing, my God and King…
Responses:     The Ripon Responses - Philip Wilby
Psalm: 72
vv 1-7
  Chant - Edward J Hopkins
Office Hymn: CP 490   Jesus shall reign where-er the sun does his successive journeys run…
Setting:     Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis for Parish Choirs - Richard Shephard
Anthem:     O Thou the central Orb - Charles Wood
Final: CP 563   Rejoice! The Lord is King, your Lord and King adore…
Hymnbooks: CP = Common Praise - SP = Sing Praise 

 

Upcoming Services


Have a look on the calendar for upcoming services, or scroll down for a list below of services until November.

 

November

SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER
Feast of Christ the King

08h00:               Said Eucharist at St Peter and St Paul.
10h00:               Sung Parish Eucharist at St Peter and St Paul. 
11h30:               Said Matins with hymns at Little Hampden. 
18h00:               Choral Evensong at St Peter and St Paul.

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Planning your Visit

New to Church?

Welcome! Whether you've just moved to the area, or have a new interest in our church, we hope that you can find all of the information that you need within our website.
 
Of course, if you have further questions, we welcome you to get in touch.

FAQs and Key Information
   

Where & when does the church meet?

We hold a number of services across the parish:
 
We have a Communion service at St Peter and St Paul Great Missenden at 10am every Sunday. We also hold services at 8am and 6pm each Sunday.
 
Services at Ballinger are generally at 9.30am on the first Sunday of every month, and services at Little Hampden on the second and fourth Sundays at 11:30am with coffee at 11am.
 
Details of all our services can be found on our Services page.
   

What should I expect when I visit the church?

You will be welcomed by the sidespeople who will give you the books you’ll need. They will also be able to answer any questions you may have. There are no set seats, so please sit wherever you feel most comfortable. 
 
The service lasts for one hour and follows the order set out in the booklet.
 
Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after the 10am service, where there is plenty of time to meet people and ask any questions you may have.

   
Are there any activities for my children?

We have two Junior Church groups that meet regularly. Head to our Children & Young People page to find out everything you need to know. 
 
We also have an unsupervised crêche area within the Church and your children are welcome to play during the service.
 
Children may stay with their parents at the start of the service, or sit with their friends as we begin our worship. Junior Church usually leaves our main service after we have started our worship with some singing.
   
 

Is there a dress code?

No! Please just be yourself and come dressed in your 'normal' clothes.
 

Do I have to take communion?

It is completely up to you. God's table is open to all. You are welcome to come up for a blessing, or bring your children up for a blessing. Alternatively you can stay in your seat.

 

No, donating is entirely optional. We have a time of offering during each service when a plate is passed around for cash or contactless card donations. There is always a contactless card reader and cash box near the door to the church, or you can donate online. You’re very welcome in church whether you make a donation or not.   

   
Can I get married, Christen my children or have a funeral at the Church?

For more information on marriage, christenings and funerals at our Church please visit the Weddings & Christenings and Funerals pages of our website.
 

I have more questions, how can I get in touch and ask them.

Please feel free to contact us and we’ll do our best to answer any questions you may have.