Services


For services until April 2025 click here.  Christmas services can be found here
 

St Peter and St Paul

Regular weekly services take place at the following times

Sundays            
  • 8am: Book of Common Prayer
  • 10am: Parish Communion 
  • 6pm: Evensong
Wednesdays
  • 9.30am Holy Communion
Please join us for coffee after the 10am service. If you are unable to join us in church,  the 10am services will be streamed live on Facebook from Church; to join click here.



Little Hampden 

Services at Little Hampden take place on the second and fourth Sundays of each month at 11:30am with coffee at 11am.
 

St Mary’s Ballinger

We have Holy Communion or Morning Prayer on the first Sunday of every month, typically at 9:30am (as well as special family services at Easter, Harvest and at Christmas.)
 

New to Church

Find out more about joining our friendly congregation on our dedicated page for newcomers.
 

Junior Church

We are passionate about our Children and Young people and they are an integral part of our congregation.
You can find much more information about our Junior Church groups on our Children and Young People page.
 

Weddings, Christenings & Funerals

We would be very pleased to assist you in organising your wedding, christening or funeral service arrangements. Please visit the pages below for more information
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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.