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Wishing you a very Happy Easter – He is Risen indeed, Alleluia!

Posted on March 27, 2016 by office

Alleluia, Christ is Risen! Without the resurrection of Jesus Christ there would be no worshipping community here in Houghton-le-Spring. Everything we do is in response to the love God lavished on us through Jesus. We are all trying to make … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged Happy Easter, Houghton le Spring, Make a difference

Pictures from the Procession of the Palms in Houghton-le-Spring

Posted on March 20, 2016 by office

We were blessed with beautiful weather this morning as we gathered in Rectory Park for our Procession of the Palms remembering Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey as the crowds waved their palms. We were joined by Houghton … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged band, donkey, Houghton le Spring, Houghton Youth Brass, Palm Sunday, palms, procession

You are warmly invited to join us this Holy Week and Easter

Posted on March 15, 2016 by office

Holy Week and Easter are almost upon us. Every year we have the wonderful opportunity to spend a week walking alongside Jesus and the disciples as they approach Jerusalem and ultimately the cross on Calvary. This year in Holy Week … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged Easter, eucharist, Holy Week, Houghton, Houghton le Spring, mass, services, Sunderland

Ashes to Go 2016 in Houghton-le-Spring – photos and video footage

Posted on February 11, 2016 by office

We were blessed with beautiful weather on Ash Wednesday this week as we took to the Broadway offering prayer, free tea and coffee, and of course ashes ‘to go’ to passers-by. It was a tremendous privilege to speak to people … Continue reading →

Posted in News | Tagged #ashestogo, Ash Wednesday, ashes to go, Bishop Mark, evangelism, Houghton le Spring, Lent, mission, outreach

Lent Prayer course with Bishop Mark 2016

Posted on February 11, 2016 by office

This Lent we are delighted that Bishop Mark will be leading us in a series of four evenings on prayer: Wednesday 24 February, 7.00pm at St Michael’s, Easington Lane Wednesday 2 March, 7.00pm at St Oswald’s, Shiney Row Wednesday 9 … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged Bishop Mark, course, houghton deanery, Houghton le Spring, Lent, prayer

Ashes to Go returns to Houghton-le-Spring in 2016!

Posted on February 1, 2016 by office

Last year we were the first parish in the North East to try ‘Ashes to Go‘ providing people with the opportunity to receive prayer and ashes on their foreheads at the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday right outside on … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged 10th February, 2016, ash, Ash Wednesday, ashes to go, Bishop Mark, forgiveness, Houghton, Houghton le Spring

Join us for the next Pilgrim course – looking at the creeds

Posted on January 25, 2016 by office

We say the creed (our statement of faith) every week on Sunday but have you ever stopped to think about what it means? Join us on Thursdays at 2.15pm at Space4 (starting 4th February 2016) to discuss and learn together … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged course, creeds, Houghton le Spring, invitation, Pilgrim

Just got engaged or know someone who has? Book your wedding with us!

Posted on January 8, 2016 by office

Congratulations on your engagement! To make arrangements for your wedding, come along to the Church Vestry on a Monday evening when a member of the clergy will be available from 6.00 – 6.45 pm. If you are unable to attend … Continue reading →

Posted in Weddings | Tagged booking, church, church of england, Houghton le Spring, marriage, wedding, weddings

Christmas at St Michael’s Houghton-le-Spring – come on an amazing journey!

Posted on December 1, 2015 by office

As ever there is a wonderful array of events and services at St Michael’s this Christmas, celebrating the light shining in the darkness, the birth of our Saviour, Emmanuel, God with us. Here are some dates for your diary. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged 2015, carol, carols, Christingle, Christmas, crib, Houghton le Spring, service, services, Sunderland

St Michael’s Christmas Market – Saturday 28th November – including Santa’s Grotto!

Posted on November 23, 2015 by office

Come and join us for our famous Christmas Market on Saturday 28th November from 10am-3pm. FREE ENTRY. Cakes and Refreshments, Santa’s Grotto, stalls, crafts, raffle. … Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged Christmas, Fayre, grotto, Houghton le Spring, market, Santa, Sunderland

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