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Come along to our events this week and experience this most special time. Please note: There will be no art club or writing club this week and next. Service times and locations will be different, please see below. There will be a Bible study session to prepare for baptisms this week, but we will take a break in the week after Easter. Fr Chris will be off for the week after Easter Sunday, including the following Sunday. All other groups should continue as normal. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/8bac2acb-c4f1-4b4b-8c37-8bd40db04726/1682075956-wmPyc2BQ.jpg News - Newsletter - Palm Sunday & Holy Week - Bishop of Newcastle to be our Holy Week preacher! We are honoured and blessed that our Bishop, Helen-Ann, will be joining us in Benwell and Scotswood in Holy Week to be our preacher. She will journey with us at this most special time and help us reflect on Christ’s passion. She will be with us on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Holy Week (times below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f00882c5-ab6f-4c3c-9201-f905574c8eb4/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg News - Newsletter - Palm Sunday & Holy Week - Exploring Faith - the meaning of Holy Week Wedenesday 1 April 4.30pm Finish by 6pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Our final session of this year’s Exploring Faith group will be a bonus session to look at the meaning of Holy Week and ask questions. We will give you a brief introduction to help you understand what is happening as we remember Jesus’ journey to the cross and his rising again. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Palm Sunday & Holy Week - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/53e148c2-5bd6-46b7-930d-cda0d7ba5e71/WhatsApp+Image+2026-03-28+at+18.37.46.jpeg News - Newsletter - Palm Sunday & Holy Week - NEW Knit and natter group Starting Monday 13th April 2-4pm At St James, NE15 6RS Do you fancy learning to knit? Or want to knit and join in with the natter? Or maybe sew and make crafts? Then come along to St James! No need to bring materials. Light refreshments will be available. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/bishop-helen-ann-to-be-our-holy-week-preacher monthly 0.5 2026-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/8bac2acb-c4f1-4b4b-8c37-8bd40db04726/1682075956-wmPyc2BQ.jpg News - Bishop Helen Ann to be our Holy Week preacher We are honoured and blessed that the Bishop of Newcastle, The Rt Revd Helen-Ann Hartley, will be joining us in Benwell and Scotswood for Holy Week to be our preacher. She will journey with us at this most special time to help us reflect on Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection. She will be with us on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Holy Week, for what is traditionally known as the “Triduum”– Maundy Thursday through to the celebration of Easter. Maundy Thursday - Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday - Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Sat 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. 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During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4.30pm Finish by 6pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3944f837-218a-4083-be76-4dc99883d174/unsplash-image-QNyRp21hb5I.jpg News - Newsletter - Passion Sunday (Lent 5) - Coffee, Cake and Craft, this Wednesday This is a small and friendly group for women and is held on the 4th Wednesday of every month. It is at the Venerable Bede Church, West Road, NE4 8AP. We meet from 10am until 11am and then we have a short service, using the Morning Prayer order of service. Come and join us, spend time with other women, share a coffee & cake and try a Bible related craft. For more information, email benwellMU@gmail.com or speak with Leahan Garratt or one of the clergy https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/dd303566-1551-4991-be77-4994bba50b2a/Bishop-Helen-Ann-at-the-pulpit.jpg News - Newsletter - Passion Sunday (Lent 5) - Bishop of Newcastle to be our Holy Week preacher! We are honoured and blessed that our Bishop, Helen-Ann, will be joining us in Benwell and Scotswood in Holy Week to be our preacher. She will journey with us at this most special time and help us reflect on Christ’s passion. She will be with us on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday of Holy Week (times below). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Passion Sunday (Lent 5) - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. 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This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Mothering Sunday - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. 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This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Lent 3 - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/21d1de81-73b4-4b3f-aab5-2a6a1d9da782/WhatsApp+Image+2026-02-26+at+13.04.01.jpeg News - Newsletter - Lent 3 - Suggestions for St James Sarah has agreed to take up the role of hospitality co-ordinator at St James! And she would love to hear your suggestions on what you would like to see available in the church throughout the week. You can find a suggestion box at the back of church. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/lent2-yeara-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/b8a481f4-e0c6-4688-8a6a-ae02b114a58c/512px-William_Blake_Moses_and_the_brazen_serpent.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f00882c5-ab6f-4c3c-9201-f905574c8eb4/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 2 - Exploring Faith begins this week During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Lent 2 - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3944f837-218a-4083-be76-4dc99883d174/unsplash-image-QNyRp21hb5I.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 2 - Coffee, Cake and Craft, Women’s Group - Change of date Wed 4 March 10am (11am for Morning Prayer) The coffee cake and craft session at the Ven Bede will be Wednesday 4th March at 10am at Venerable Bede https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/21d1de81-73b4-4b3f-aab5-2a6a1d9da782/WhatsApp+Image+2026-02-26+at+13.04.01.jpeg News - Newsletter - Lent 2 - Suggestions for St James Sarah has agreed to take up the role of hospitality co-ordinator at St James! And she would love to hear your suggestions on what you would like to see available in the church throughout the week. You can find a suggestion box at the back of church. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/lent1-yeara-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/91a540b2-30b0-40b5-9a13-c5a268130f64/Sandro_Botticelli_-_Three_Temptations_of_Christ_%28detail%29_-_WGA2760.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f00882c5-ab6f-4c3c-9201-f905574c8eb4/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 1 - Exploring Faith begins this week During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698509277-G91LBM0FGDXL92AHISRN/holy+week+red+instagram+%282%29.png News - Newsletter - Lent 1 - Holy Week, 29 Mar - 5 Apr Holy Week is the most special time in the Church’s year. As a church community we journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 March, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - the Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Saturday 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sunday 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3944f837-218a-4083-be76-4dc99883d174/unsplash-image-QNyRp21hb5I.jpg News - Newsletter - Lent 1 - Coffee, Cake and Craft, Women’s Group - Change of date Wed 4 March 10am (11am for Morning Prayer) Please note, the coffee cake and craft session at the Ven Bede will NOT be on this Wednesday. Instead it will be Wednesday 4th March at 10am at Venerable Bede https://benwellscotswood.com/news/sundaybeforelent-yeara-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/457828ff-a9fd-49ec-802e-59d421f58a08/Transfiguration_by_Feofan_Grek_from_Spaso-Preobrazhensky_Cathedral_in_Pereslavl-Zalessky_%2815th_c%2C_Tretyakov_gallery%29.jpeg News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f00882c5-ab6f-4c3c-9201-f905574c8eb4/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent - Exploring Faith During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268049201-X78S161E2D4BDWNHK7IV/unsplash-image-26NcU5Vkd5o.jpg News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent - Shrove Tuesday Pancakes 17th February 12-2pm Why not join us at our lunch club at St James on this Shrove Tuesday! Along with a pay-what-you-feel lunch, tea and coffee, we will be offering the traditional pancakes on the last day before Lent begins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268155300-8SYXHDKTBZHOSYXMDYBB/unsplash-image-52eEZwBKDz4.jpg News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent - Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. These words are also used: "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return". This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. Ashes to go 10am to 1pm on 18th February At St James’ Benwell, NE15 6RS. This a quick moment of prayer with our clergy, and an ash cross is drawn on your forehead. You don’t need to prepare and you don’t need to do anything. It is an opportunity for anyone to reconnect with God, to leave behind the old and move forwards. Holy communion with ashing 2pm on 18th February At St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW. Everyone is welcome at this service, especially if this is your first time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/ba09ef63-691d-4205-9ae3-43a20b642b45/Tuesday+17+February+2pm+Visit+from+Prime+%28Wills+and+Trusts%29+solicitors+with+opportunities+to+ask+questions+It+will+be+about+wills%2C+trusts+and+lasting+power+of+attorney.+It+is+free+of+charge+and+al.jpg News - Newsletter - Sunday before Lent - Visit from Prime (Wills and Trusts) solicitors TUESDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2PM ST JOHN’S CHURCH BENWELL VILLAGE, NE15 6NW Visit from Prime (Wills and Trusts) solicitors with opportunities to ask questions. It will be about wills, trusts and lasting power of attorney. It is free of charge and all are welcome. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/2beforelent-yeara-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/0d0f7565-4df3-4d8c-9adc-93a3d547df21/Bamboo+and+Sparrows+Utagawa+Hiroshige+Japanese+ca.+1840.jpg News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f00882c5-ab6f-4c3c-9201-f905574c8eb4/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent - Exploring Faith During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February Lasting for 5 weeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/5b5fc717-ac82-4ed2-8f3a-ff8a838dc79f/IMG_7101.jpg News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent - Prayer for Iran As the Iranian government continues to oppress its people, we will gather for a short time of prayer at 6pm on Tuesday, at the end of bible study. We will pray for justice and protection for the friends and families of so many of our community. All are welcome to attend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268049201-X78S161E2D4BDWNHK7IV/unsplash-image-26NcU5Vkd5o.jpg News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent - Shrove Tuesday Pancakes 17th February 12-2pm Why not join us at our lunch club at St James on this Shrove Tuesday! Along with a pay-what-you-feel lunch, tea and coffee, we will be offering the traditional pancakes on the last day before Lent begins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268155300-8SYXHDKTBZHOSYXMDYBB/unsplash-image-52eEZwBKDz4.jpg News - Newsletter - 2 before Lent - Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. These words are also used: "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return". This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. Ashes to go 10am to 1pm on 18th February At St James’ Benwell, NE15 6RS. This a quick moment of prayer with our clergy, and an ash cross is drawn on your forehead. You don’t need to prepare and you don’t need to do anything. It is an opportunity for anyone to reconnect with God, to leave behind the old and move forwards. Holy communion with ashing 2pm on 18th February At St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW. 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If you still have your baptism candle, please bring it to light during the service (if not, don’t worry — we’ll have candles ready!). Candlemas marks the time Jesus’ parents brought him to the Temple as a baby to give thanks to God. Traditionally, this occasion was when all the candles were blessed for use in church for the coming year. It is a celebration of light, new beginnings, and being part of God’s family. P.S. If you have photos from baptisms in our churches — old or new — we’d love to see and share them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268049201-X78S161E2D4BDWNHK7IV/unsplash-image-26NcU5Vkd5o.jpg News - Newsletter - Candlemas - Shrove Tuesday Pancakes 17th February 12-2pm Why not join us at our lunch club at St James on this Shrove Tuesday! Along with a pay-what-you-feel lunch, tea and coffee, we will be offering the traditional pancakes on the last day before Lent begins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268155300-8SYXHDKTBZHOSYXMDYBB/unsplash-image-52eEZwBKDz4.jpg News - Newsletter - Candlemas - Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. These words are also used: "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return". This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. Ashes to go 10am to 1pm on 18th February At St James’ Benwell, NE15 6RS. This a quick moment of prayer with our clergy, and an ash cross is drawn on your forehead. You don’t need to prepare and you don’t need to do anything. It is an opportunity for anyone to reconnect with God, to leave behind the old and move forwards. Holy communion with ashing 2pm on 18th February At St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW. Everyone is welcome at this service, especially if this is your first time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/593d3b7c-d683-4e33-9a59-26e61df9444e/481763918_10161854727197535_6930674113763073893_n.jpg News - Newsletter - Candlemas - St John’s Coffee Morning Saturday 7th Feb (First Saturday of each month) 10am - 12pm St John's Ferguson Lane, NE15 6NW Meet the wonderful and welcoming community at St John's with this monthly coffee morning with incredible cakes. Often with bric-a-brac, raffles, and more. Dogs encouraged to attend! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/ff338150-afb7-4e32-aa81-5943359d3dd4/digital-white-background.png News - Newsletter - Candlemas - Great news from the Lottery! We have just received news that the National Lottery community fund have given the Something Wonderful project a grant of £20,000! It means all the incredible work that our community does can keep running for the next year. All the money will go on keeping the space, open, safe, and warm. 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If you still have your baptism candle, please bring it to light during the service (if not, don’t worry — we’ll have candles ready!). Candlemas marks the time Jesus’ parents brought him to the Temple as a baby to give thanks to God. Traditionally, this occasion was when all the candles were blessed for use in church for the coming year. It is a celebration of light, new beginnings, and being part of God’s family. P.S. If you have photos from baptisms in our churches — old or new — we’d love to see and share them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268049201-X78S161E2D4BDWNHK7IV/unsplash-image-26NcU5Vkd5o.jpg News - Newsletter - Conversion of Paul - Shrove Tuesday Pancakes 17th February 12-2pm Why not join us at our lunch club at St James on this Shrove Tuesday! Along with a pay-what-you-feel lunch, tea and coffee, we will be offering the traditional pancakes on the last day before Lent begins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769268155300-8SYXHDKTBZHOSYXMDYBB/unsplash-image-52eEZwBKDz4.jpg News - Newsletter - Conversion of Paul - Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. These words are also used: "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return". This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. Ashes to go 10am to 1pm on 18th February At St James’ Benwell, NE15 6RS. This a quick moment of prayer with our clergy, and an ash cross is drawn on your forehead. You don’t need to prepare and you don’t need to do anything. It is an opportunity for anyone to reconnect with God, to leave behind the old and move forwards. Holy communion with ashing 2pm on 18th February At St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW. Everyone is welcome at this service, especially if this is your first time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769273756095-4RJ4PEZNA7ULAXY4JUQV/unsplash-image-SnITZTTeJVE.jpg News - Newsletter - Conversion of Paul - Coffee, Cake and Craft women’s group 10am Wednesday 28th January Venerable Bede, West Road, NE4 8AP Continues last Wednesday of the month until June (Morning prayer at 11am) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/593d3b7c-d683-4e33-9a59-26e61df9444e/481763918_10161854727197535_6930674113763073893_n.jpg News - Newsletter - Conversion of Paul - St John’s Coffee Morning Saturday 7th Feb (First Saturday of each month) 10am - 12pm St John's Ferguson Lane, NE15 6NW Meet the wonderful and welcoming community at St John's with this monthly coffee morning with incredible cakes. Often with bric-a-brac, raffles, and more. Dogs encouraged to attend! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/ff338150-afb7-4e32-aa81-5943359d3dd4/digital-white-background.png News - Newsletter - Conversion of Paul - Great news from the Lottery! We have just received news that the National Lottery community fund have given the Something Wonderful project a grant of £20,000! It means all the incredible work that our community does can keep running for the next year. All the money will go on keeping the space, open, safe, and warm. 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If you still have your baptism candle, please bring it to light during the service (if not, don’t worry — we’ll have candles ready!). Candlemas marks the time Jesus’ parents brought him to the Temple as a baby to give thanks to God. Traditionally, this occasion was when all the candles were blessed for use in church for the coming year. It is a celebration of light, new beginnings, and being part of God’s family. P.S. If you have photos from baptisms in our churches — old or new — we’d love to see and share them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Epiphany 2 - MODS - mental health support group St James Benwell Church hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). Finish by 2.30pm MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! You can start and finish whenever you like, and rejoin at any time. This is an open and safe space to share whatever is going on for you - and you won’t be made to share anything you don’t want to. Together, we’ll learn about our own mental health through visual aids, journaling, and discussion, discovering ways to improve our lives. Kathy Germain, our Reader (Licensed Lay Minister), leads the group. She has many years of experience running mental health peer support groups and volunteering with Citizens Advice. “Mental health has been part of my life and my family’s life since I was very young. It is a personal journey. This won’t be about me telling people what to do, but about helping you to improve your mental health. This is something that is very close to my heart.” — Kathy Germain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/ff338150-afb7-4e32-aa81-5943359d3dd4/digital-white-background.png News - Newsletter - Epiphany 2 - Great news from the Lottery! We have just received news that the National Lottery community fund have given the Something Wonderful project a grant of £20,000! It means all the incredible work that our community does can keep running for the next year. All the money will go on keeping the space, open, safe, and warm. 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If you still have your baptism candle, please bring it to light during the service (if not, don’t worry — we’ll have candles ready!). Candlemas marks the time Jesus’ parents brought him to the Temple as a baby to give thanks to God. Traditionally, this occasion was when all the candles were blessed for use in church for the coming year. It is a celebration of light, new beginnings, and being part of God’s family. P.S. If you have photos from baptisms in our churches — old or new — we’d love to see and share them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Baptism of Christ - MODS - mental health support group returns this Wednesday St James Benwell Church hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). Finish by 2.30pm MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! You can start and finish whenever you like, and rejoin at any time. This is an open and safe space to share whatever is going on for you - and you won’t be made to share anything you don’t want to. Together, we’ll learn about our own mental health through visual aids, journaling, and discussion, discovering ways to improve our lives. Kathy Germain, our Reader (Licensed Lay Minister), leads the group. She has many years of experience running mental health peer support groups and volunteering with Citizens Advice. “Mental health has been part of my life and my family’s life since I was very young. It is a personal journey. This won’t be about me telling people what to do, but about helping you to improve your mental health. This is something that is very close to my heart.” — Kathy Germain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/5b5fc717-ac82-4ed2-8f3a-ff8a838dc79f/IMG_7101.jpg News - Newsletter - Baptism of Christ - Bible study restarts this Tuesday Tuesday 4.30pm to 6pm At St James Benwell A supportive group to build community and learn more about faith. Everything happens in English with live Persian translation, but speakers of any language are welcome. 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As 2026 begins, we look forward to all this year has to bring and pray for everyone in our parish. There are some dates for your diary above, but there will be more detail to follow! https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-christmas-yeara-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1766503728363-H7O4CNEA30PVJQ556BMK/PXL_20210210_104059381_2+%281%29.jpg News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/8180fe45-bd31-4e10-9c50-627d79a3be41/601438913_10224523692518804_5428833333943696814_n.jpg News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! - THANK YOU Christmas dinner and Charity Auction Thank you so much to everyone who helped with the Christmas dinner on Tuesday and the charity auction! We had a great time and raised lots of money for the Something Wonderful Project and St James. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095717882-521VHRPPVEGWMJNBLFLY/unsplash-image-kT_JlNZ3pdM.jpg News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! - Christmas Eve at St Margaret’s Wednesday 24 December 2025 St Margaret Scotswood, Armstrong Road, Tyne, NE15 6AR Join us for our Family Crib Service on Christmas Eve! A warm and magical Christmas Eve celebration for children and their families, our Crib Service brings the Nativity story to life in a joyful and accessible way. With well-loved carols, simple storytelling, and an opportunity for children to help build the crib scene, this service is perfect for little ones to experience the wonder of Christmas. Come and share in the excitement, dress up as a shepherd or angel if you like, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where all ages can take part. Everyone is welcome — a lovely way to begin your Christmas Eve celebrations together! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095862655-5EOXWV617X8JJVLU38D3/unsplash-image-d0NN5-kyN7U.jpg News - Merry Christmas from the Benwell and Scotswood Team! - Midnight Mass Wednesday 24 December 11.30pm Venerable Bede, West Road, NE4 8AP Celebrate the wonder of Christmas at Midnight Mass Join us on Christmas Eve for our traditional Midnight Mass — a peaceful and reflective service that welcomes the arrival of Christmas with joy and reverence. As the clock approaches midnight, we gather in candlelight to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth, share in Holy Communion, and sing much-loved carols that usher in the hope of Christmas Day. This beautiful and atmospheric service is a treasured moment of stillness and celebration in the midst of the festive season. 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We had a great time and raised lots of money for the Something Wonderful Project and St James. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095682039-FJ5X4TICPDPW7CESSYX2/unsplash-image-gOsGgt4olNs.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 4 - Carols at St John’s Sunday 21 December 2025 6pm St John's Benwell Village, Ferguson's Lane, NE15 6NW Step into the warmth and wonder of Christmas as we gather together for an evening of traditional carols, festive music, and the timeless story of the Nativity. Whether you are a regular churchgoer or simply love the magic of Christmas, you are warmly invited to share in this celebration of hope, peace, and light. Come and lift your voice, enjoy the glow of candlelight, and be part of a cherished Christmas tradition for all ages. Afterwards, stay for mince pies and refreshments as we continue the festive cheer together. All are welcome — we look forward to celebrating with you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095717882-521VHRPPVEGWMJNBLFLY/unsplash-image-kT_JlNZ3pdM.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 4 - Christmas Eve at St Margaret’s Wednesday 24 December 2025 St Margaret Scotswood, Armstrong Road, Tyne, NE15 6AR Join us for our Family Crib Service on Christmas Eve! A warm and magical Christmas Eve celebration for children and their families, our Crib Service brings the Nativity story to life in a joyful and accessible way. With well-loved carols, simple storytelling, and an opportunity for children to help build the crib scene, this service is perfect for little ones to experience the wonder of Christmas. Come and share in the excitement, dress up as a shepherd or angel if you like, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where all ages can take part. Everyone is welcome — a lovely way to begin your Christmas Eve celebrations together! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095862655-5EOXWV617X8JJVLU38D3/unsplash-image-d0NN5-kyN7U.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 4 - Midnight Mass Wednesday 24 December 11.30pm Venerable Bede, West Road, NE4 8AP Celebrate the wonder of Christmas at Midnight Mass Join us on Christmas Eve for our traditional Midnight Mass — a peaceful and reflective service that welcomes the arrival of Christmas with joy and reverence. As the clock approaches midnight, we gather in candlelight to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth, share in Holy Communion, and sing much-loved carols that usher in the hope of Christmas Day. This beautiful and atmospheric service is a treasured moment of stillness and celebration in the midst of the festive season. 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We have a new web provider but we have tried to keep everything as similar as possible to before. Please use the red buttons above to find weekly info for worship, including the text for this week’s sermon. Please explore and let us know if there is anything incorrect or missing. Some new features include an online form to book our halls. And an updated form to request a Christening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/689bd31f-1ed2-40c3-8b13-ad2c5f0443e6/unsplash-image-HtTBzytfJ9I.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 3 - Christmas Dinner Tues 16th Dec, 12pm Join us at St James for a warm and welcoming Christmas meal shared with friends, neighbours, and families. Enjoy good food, festive cheer, and friendly company — all are welcome, come and celebrate Christmas together! £3 a ticket Speak to Chris Foskett or Shirley if you would like to come. Or drop us an email to book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/7195ac80-7f1a-472a-97a8-449a95c02f38/IMG_5440_edited.png News - Newsletter - Advent 3 - The Christmas Charity Auction Wed 17th Dec, viewing from 4pm, bidding begins at 5pm This Christmas season will also see the return of our charity auction at St James to raise money for the church to keep us open and caring for our community. There will be plenty of lots, big and small for all budgets. Grab a bargain and join the fun! All are welcome whether your bidding or not. There will also be mulled wine, festive snacks and some carol singing as well. Help needed: If you have good quality items to donate please speak to Kath McIntyre. If you have connections to local businesses and venues that could donate something, then please ask them and let us know! We need volunteers to help with refreshments, set-up, tidy-up, taking payments, and carol singing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095682039-FJ5X4TICPDPW7CESSYX2/unsplash-image-gOsGgt4olNs.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 3 - Carols at St John’s Sunday 21 December 2025 6pm St John's Benwell Village, Ferguson's Lane, NE15 6NW Step into the warmth and wonder of Christmas as we gather together for an evening of traditional carols, festive music, and the timeless story of the Nativity. Whether you are a regular churchgoer or simply love the magic of Christmas, you are warmly invited to share in this celebration of hope, peace, and light. Come and lift your voice, enjoy the glow of candlelight, and be part of a cherished Christmas tradition for all ages. Afterwards, stay for mince pies and refreshments as we continue the festive cheer together. All are welcome — we look forward to celebrating with you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095717882-521VHRPPVEGWMJNBLFLY/unsplash-image-kT_JlNZ3pdM.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 3 - Christmas Eve at St Margaret’s Wednesday 24 December 2025 St Margaret Scotswood, Armstrong Road, Tyne, NE15 6AR Join us for our Family Crib Service on Christmas Eve! A warm and magical Christmas Eve celebration for children and their families, our Crib Service brings the Nativity story to life in a joyful and accessible way. With well-loved carols, simple storytelling, and an opportunity for children to help build the crib scene, this service is perfect for little ones to experience the wonder of Christmas. Come and share in the excitement, dress up as a shepherd or angel if you like, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where all ages can take part. 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We have a new web provider but we have tried to keep everything as similar as possible to before. Please use the red buttons above to find weekly info for worship, including the text for this week’s sermon. Please explore and let us know if there is anything incorrect or missing. Some new features include an online form to book our halls. And an updated form to request a Christening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f4cc5192-9763-4df9-9d10-5b8ede0c4be4/unsplash-image-kIPct2PcXYY.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - St James Charity shop - now open! This week we have opened our new charity shop at St James! This is to raise money to keep our community work going. Have a browse and grab a bargain! It will be open whenever the church is open, this is usually: Tuesday 10-4 Wednesday 10-1 Thursday 10-3 Delivery can be arranged for larger items. Please speak to Kath McIntyre or Chris Foskett if you have donations of good-quality household items. Please note - we will not be accepting donations of clothes and soft goods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/689bd31f-1ed2-40c3-8b13-ad2c5f0443e6/unsplash-image-HtTBzytfJ9I.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - Christmas Dinner Tues 16th Dec, 12pm Join us at St James for a warm and welcoming Christmas meal shared with friends, neighbours, and families. Enjoy good food, festive cheer, and friendly company — all are welcome, come and celebrate Christmas together! £3 a ticket Speak to Chris Foskett or Shirley if you would like to come. Or drop us an email to book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/7195ac80-7f1a-472a-97a8-449a95c02f38/IMG_5440_edited.png News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - The Christmas Charity Auction Wed 17th Dec, viewing from 4pm, bidding begins at 5pm This Christmas season will also see the return of our charity auction at St James to raise money for the church to keep us open and caring for our community. There will be plenty of lots, big and small for all budgets. Grab a bargain and join the fun! All are welcome whether your bidding or not. There will also be mulled wine, festive snacks and some carol singing as well. Help needed: If you have good quality items to donate please speak to Kath McIntyre. If you have connections to local businesses and venues that could donate something, then please ask them and let us know! We need volunteers to help with refreshments, set-up, tidy-up, taking payments, and carol singing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095682039-FJ5X4TICPDPW7CESSYX2/unsplash-image-gOsGgt4olNs.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - Carols at St John’s Sunday 21 December 2025 6pm St John's Benwell Village, Ferguson's Lane, NE15 6NW Step into the warmth and wonder of Christmas as we gather together for an evening of traditional carols, festive music, and the timeless story of the Nativity. Whether you are a regular churchgoer or simply love the magic of Christmas, you are warmly invited to share in this celebration of hope, peace, and light. Come and lift your voice, enjoy the glow of candlelight, and be part of a cherished Christmas tradition for all ages. Afterwards, stay for mince pies and refreshments as we continue the festive cheer together. All are welcome — we look forward to celebrating with you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095717882-521VHRPPVEGWMJNBLFLY/unsplash-image-kT_JlNZ3pdM.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - Christmas Eve at St Margaret’s Wednesday 24 December 2025 St Margaret Scotswood, Armstrong Road, Tyne, NE15 6AR Join us for our Family Crib Service on Christmas Eve! A warm and magical Christmas Eve celebration for children and their families, our Crib Service brings the Nativity story to life in a joyful and accessible way. With well-loved carols, simple storytelling, and an opportunity for children to help build the crib scene, this service is perfect for little ones to experience the wonder of Christmas. Come and share in the excitement, dress up as a shepherd or angel if you like, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where all ages can take part. Everyone is welcome — a lovely way to begin your Christmas Eve celebrations together! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095862655-5EOXWV617X8JJVLU38D3/unsplash-image-d0NN5-kyN7U.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - Midnight Mass Wednesday 24 December 11.30pm Venerable Bede, West Road, NE4 8AP Celebrate the wonder of Christmas at Midnight Mass Join us on Christmas Eve for our traditional Midnight Mass — a peaceful and reflective service that welcomes the arrival of Christmas with joy and reverence. As the clock approaches midnight, we gather in candlelight to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth, share in Holy Communion, and sing much-loved carols that usher in the hope of Christmas Day. This beautiful and atmospheric service is a treasured moment of stillness and celebration in the midst of the festive season. All are warmly invited to share in this sacred beginning of Christmas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Advent 2 - MODS - returns in the new year MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! We will take a break over Advent and Christmas and return on Wednesday 14th January. St James Benwell hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). 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We have changed our web provider, but we have tried to keep everything as similar as possible. Please use the red buttons above to find weekly info for worship, including the text for this week’s sermon. Please explore and let us know if there is anything incorrect. Some new features include an online form to book our halls. And an updated form to request a Christening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f4cc5192-9763-4df9-9d10-5b8ede0c4be4/unsplash-image-kIPct2PcXYY.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - St James Charity shop - now open! This week we have opened our new charity shop at St James! This is to raise money to keep our community work going. Have a browse and grab a bargain! It will be open whenever the church is open, this is usually: Tuesday 10-4 Wednesday 10-1 Thursday 10-3 Delivery can be arranged for larger items. Please speak to Kath McIntyre or Chris Foskett if you have donations of good-quality household items. Please note - we will not be accepting donations of clothes and soft goods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/689bd31f-1ed2-40c3-8b13-ad2c5f0443e6/unsplash-image-HtTBzytfJ9I.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - Christmas Dinner Tues 16th Dec, 12pm Join us at St James for a warm and welcoming Christmas meal shared with friends, neighbours, and families. Enjoy good food, festive cheer, and friendly company — all are welcome, come and celebrate Christmas together! £3 a ticket Speak to Chris Foskett or Shirley if you would like to come. Or drop us an email to book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/7195ac80-7f1a-472a-97a8-449a95c02f38/IMG_5440_edited.png News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - The Christmas Charity Auction Wed 17th Dec, viewing from 4pm, bidding begins at 5pm This Christmas season will also see the return of our charity auction at St James to raise money for the church to keep us open and caring for our community. There will be plenty of lots, big and small for all budgets. Grab a bargain and join the fun! All are welcome whether your bidding or not. There will also be mulled wine, festive snacks and some carol singing as well. Help needed: If you have good quality items to donate please speak to Kath McIntyre. If you have connections to local businesses and venues that could donate something, then please ask them and let us know! We need volunteers to help with refreshments, set-up, tidy-up, taking payments, and carol singing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095682039-FJ5X4TICPDPW7CESSYX2/unsplash-image-gOsGgt4olNs.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - Carols at St John’s Sunday 21 December 2025 6pm St John's Benwell Village, Ferguson's Lane, NE15 6NW Step into the warmth and wonder of Christmas as we gather together for an evening of traditional carols, festive music, and the timeless story of the Nativity. Whether you are a regular churchgoer or simply love the magic of Christmas, you are warmly invited to share in this celebration of hope, peace, and light. Come and lift your voice, enjoy the glow of candlelight, and be part of a cherished Christmas tradition for all ages. Afterwards, stay for mince pies and refreshments as we continue the festive cheer together. All are welcome — we look forward to celebrating with you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095717882-521VHRPPVEGWMJNBLFLY/unsplash-image-kT_JlNZ3pdM.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - Christmas Eve at St Margaret’s Wednesday 24 December 2025 St Margaret Scotswood, Armstrong Road, Tyne, NE15 6AR Join us for our Family Crib Service on Christmas Eve! A warm and magical Christmas Eve celebration for children and their families, our Crib Service brings the Nativity story to life in a joyful and accessible way. With well-loved carols, simple storytelling, and an opportunity for children to help build the crib scene, this service is perfect for little ones to experience the wonder of Christmas. Come and share in the excitement, dress up as a shepherd or angel if you like, and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where all ages can take part. Everyone is welcome — a lovely way to begin your Christmas Eve celebrations together! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764095862655-5EOXWV617X8JJVLU38D3/unsplash-image-d0NN5-kyN7U.jpg News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - Midnight Mass Wednesday 24 December 11.30pm Venerable Bede, West Road, NE4 8AP Celebrate the wonder of Christmas at Midnight Mass Join us on Christmas Eve for our traditional Midnight Mass — a peaceful and reflective service that welcomes the arrival of Christmas with joy and reverence. As the clock approaches midnight, we gather in candlelight to hear the timeless story of Christ’s birth, share in Holy Communion, and sing much-loved carols that usher in the hope of Christmas Day. This beautiful and atmospheric service is a treasured moment of stillness and celebration in the midst of the festive season. All are warmly invited to share in this sacred beginning of Christmas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Advent Sunday - MODS - mental health support group St James Benwell hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). Finish by 2.30pm MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! You can start and finish whenever you like, and rejoin at any time. There’s no pressure to share anything you don’t want to. This is an open and safe space to share whatever is going on for you. Together, we’ll learn about our own mental health through visual aids, journaling, and discussion, discovering ways to improve our lives. Kathy Germain, our Reader (Licensed Lay Minister), leads the group. She has many years of experience running mental health peer support groups and volunteering with Citizens Advice. “Mental health has been part of my life and my family’s life since I was very young. It is a personal journey. This won’t be about me telling people what to do, but about helping you to improve your mental health. This is something that is very close to my heart.” — Kathy Germain https://benwellscotswood.com/news/vacancy-team-rector monthly 0.5 2025-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/8bcc1618-e527-43cd-b1bc-1cabcbc1a8ba/e3ee91_95a09e4964464533935c5f342d708532%7Emv2.png News - Vacancy - Team Rector - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-christtheking-c monthly 0.5 2025-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/24662ffa-230c-4472-be7e-e72c1d8daa4f/PXL_20210517_125931066.jpg News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/abb9db6c-cee6-470a-a8ef-be165a89e9e1/e3ee91_2c3a0e70828e4a12a557feb07cd5fa47%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Christ the King - Confirmation Service 6pm, Sunday 23rd November at St James Bishop Mark Wroe will be with us to lead this very special service for us. Confirmation is a big step when we declare that we want to follow Jesus Christ, to receive the Holy Spirit, and to be part of his church, always finding ways to love God and one another. Bring a dish to share (and/or a bottle!) to celebrate after the service. Rehearsal for all the candidates - arrive 4.45pm on Sunday! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/7195ac80-7f1a-472a-97a8-449a95c02f38/IMG_5440_edited.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King - The Christmas Charity Auction Wed 17th Dec, viewing from 4pm, bidding begins at 5pm This Christmas season will also see the return of our charity auction at St James to raise money for the church to keep us open and caring for our community. There will be plenty of lots, big and small for all budgets. Grab a bargain and join the fun! All are welcome whether your bidding or not. There will also be mulled wine, festive snacks and some carol singing as well. Help needed: If you have good quality items to donate please speak to Kath McIntyre. If you have connections to local businesses and venues that could donate something, then please ask them and let us know! We need volunteers to help with refreshments, set-up, tidy-up, taking payments, and carol singing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f4cc5192-9763-4df9-9d10-5b8ede0c4be4/unsplash-image-kIPct2PcXYY.jpg News - Newsletter - Christ the King - St James Charity shop - now open! This week we have opened our new charity shop at St James! This is to raise money to keep our community work going. Have a browse and grab a bargain! It will be open whenever the church is open, this is usually: Tuesday 10-4 Wednesday 10-1 Thursday 10-3 Delivery can be arranged for larger items. Please speak to Kath McIntyre or Chris Foskett if you have donations of good-quality household items. Please note - we will not be accepting donations of clothes and soft goods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Christ the King - MODS - mental health support group St James Benwell hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). Finish by 2.30pm MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! You can start and finish whenever you like, and rejoin at any time. There’s no pressure to share anything you don’t want to. This is an open and safe space to share whatever is going on for you. Together, we’ll learn about our own mental health through visual aids, journaling, and discussion, discovering ways to improve our lives. Kathy Germain, our Reader (Licensed Lay Minister), leads the group. She has many years of experience running mental health peer support groups and volunteering with Citizens Advice. “Mental health has been part of my life and my family’s life since I was very young. It is a personal journey. This won’t be about me telling people what to do, but about helping you to improve your mental health. This is something that is very close to my heart.” — Kathy Germain https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/689bd31f-1ed2-40c3-8b13-ad2c5f0443e6/unsplash-image-HtTBzytfJ9I.jpg News - Newsletter - Christ the King - Christmas Dinner Tues 16th Dec, 12pm Join us for our Christmas Dinner at St James! £3 a ticket Speak to Chris Foskett or Shirley if you would like to come https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-2beforeadvent-c monthly 0.5 2025-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f88ff4a0-4ac0-4709-b0a5-a74f0b3c3da6/PXL_20210517_131926594_edited_edited+%281%29.jpg News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015042827-HIDRAW0NL7VTIB6YEOPW/2.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015075553-PGPM1HA4YW39YR2SR2WD/3.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015129581-COPP4VHMODV41E2FR56Q/1.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015169038-5WK10KNEMISBHRSC4OI0/4.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764015151254-HSYI3WPAR2HJRDF72ZMN/5.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764016379403-UOOHXGYOS97YV38GK321/Website%2Bicons.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/abb9db6c-cee6-470a-a8ef-be165a89e9e1/e3ee91_2c3a0e70828e4a12a557feb07cd5fa47%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent - Confirmation Service 6pm, Sunday 23rd November at St James Bishop Mark Wroe will be with us to lead this very special service for us. Confirmation is a big step when we declare that we want to follow Jesus Christ, to receive the Holy Spirit, and to be part of his church, always finding ways to love God and one another. Bring a dish to share (and/or a bottle!) to celebrate after the service. Preparation English speakers (all ages) - Wednesday at 4.30pm Farsi speakers - Tuesday at 4.30pm Rehearsal for everyone - 5pm next Sunday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/7195ac80-7f1a-472a-97a8-449a95c02f38/IMG_5440_edited.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent - The Christmas Charity Auction Wed 17th Dec, viewing from 4pm, bidding begins at 5pm This Christmas season will also see the return of our charity auction at St James to raise money for the church to keep us open and caring for our community. There will be plenty of lots, big and small for all budgets. Grab a bargain and join the fun! All are welcome whether your bidding or not. There will also be mulled wine, festive snacks and some carol singing as well. Help needed: If you have good quality items to donate please speak to Kath McIntyre. If you have connections to local businesses and venues that could donate something, then please ask them and let us know! We need volunteers to help with refreshments, set-up, tidy-up, taking payments, and carol singing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f4cc5192-9763-4df9-9d10-5b8ede0c4be4/unsplash-image-kIPct2PcXYY.jpg News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent - St James Charity shop - now open! This week we have opened our new charity shop at St James! This is to raise money to keep our community work going. Have a browse and grab a bargain! It will be open whenever the church is open, this is usually: Tuesday 10-4 Wednesday 10-1 Thursday 10-3 Delivery can be arranged for larger items. Please speak to Kath McIntyre or Chris Foskett if you have donations of good-quality household items. Please note - we will not be accepting donations of clothes and soft goods. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f90f8b8e-61c2-45a6-953e-3ba5a78eebe4/MODS.png News - Newsletter - Second Sunday before Advent - MODS - mental health support group St James Benwell hall, NE15 6RS Wednesdays Group starts at 1.30pm (arrive from 1.10pm). Finish by 2.30pm MODS (Made of Diverse Stuff) is an ongoing mental health peer support group — helping us to help ourselves! You can start and finish whenever you like, and rejoin at any time. There’s no pressure to share anything you don’t want to. This is an open and safe space to share whatever is going on for you. Together, we’ll learn about our own mental health through visual aids, journaling, and discussion, discovering ways to improve our lives. Kathy Germain, our Reader (Licensed Lay Minister), leads the group. She has many years of experience running mental health peer support groups and volunteering with Citizens Advice. “Mental health has been part of my life and my family’s life since I was very young. It is a personal journey. This won’t be about me telling people what to do, but about helping you to improve your mental health. This is something that is very close to my heart.” — Kathy Germain https://benwellscotswood.com/news/remembrancesundayc monthly 0.5 2025-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1764003466557-2V53W8CMC86MEKLZNX4M/unsplash-image-lpqgCtnyhjw.jpg News - Newsletter - Remembrance Sunday - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-allsaints-c monthly 0.5 2025-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/ab67ae25-3a7a-4017-8f04-8dfa6213930e/Retable_de_l%27Agneau_mystique_%287%29.jpg News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday - Services this week https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/20379163-74f0-4e44-b162-3a9ceae8222a/Church+web+icons.png News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3df031de-7492-4633-87ef-9b3dd62f4155/Copy+of+Copy+of+Copy+of+Untitled+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/c6c2f839-a58c-4976-a3e3-68cf37ead311/6+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761600719177-720OX5V15KQ9BY7EDRXD/bc7e90_255c449d1ecf4acfa25f8562071e775e%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday - All Souls' commemoration of the departed 4pm, 2nd November at St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW Every year we hold a special service on All Souls' Day (or on the nearest Sunday). During this service we gather to remember those we have lost, to pray for them, and light a candle in honour of them. A list of names of those we have lost will be read out, including those whose funerals have happened in the last 3 years. If you would like to add a name to the list please send an email to church@benwellscotswood.com (alternatively a paper list will be available in our churches). If you have any questions or would like someone to talk to, please do let us know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761759840682-2J567YQEL9XP5EKWB3BE/unsplash-image-lpqgCtnyhjw.jpg News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday - Remembrance services We will be holding an Act of Remembrance in each of our churches this November. This is when we remember those who gave their lives in the First World War and all other wars, and we pray for an end to all conflicts. Remembrance Sunday 9th November St Margaret's Scotswood, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St John's Benwell Village, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St James Benwell, 11am Act of Remembrance at 11am, followed by Holy Communion at 11.15am Armistice Day - Tuesday 11th November Venerable Bede, West Road, 10.55am Act of Remembrance at the war memorial inside the church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/abb9db6c-cee6-470a-a8ef-be165a89e9e1/e3ee91_2c3a0e70828e4a12a557feb07cd5fa47%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - All Saints’ Sunday - Confirmation Service 6pm, Sunday 23rd November at St James Bishop Mark Wroe will be with us to lead this very special service for us. Confirmation is a big step when we declare that we want to follow Jesus Christ, to receive the Holy Spirit, and to be part of his church, always finding ways to love God and one another. If you are interested in being confirmed (or baptised!), or you aren't sure and want to find out more, then just let us know. Fr Chris will be in touch to chat and begin preparations. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-lastaftertrinity-c monthly 0.5 2025-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761766071005-7CV68GVB9WFZ1XN3YISW/Henry+moore+Two+Standing+figures+_+Tate+%282%29.jpg News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Services this week Sunday 10am - St John's Holy Communion 10am - St Margaret's Holy Communion 11.15am - St James Parish Eucharist Tuesday 4.30pm - Persian Bible Study at St James Thursday 12pm - Ven Bede Holy Communion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/20379163-74f0-4e44-b162-3a9ceae8222a/Church+web+icons.png News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3df031de-7492-4633-87ef-9b3dd62f4155/Copy+of+Copy+of+Copy+of+Untitled+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/c6c2f839-a58c-4976-a3e3-68cf37ead311/6+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761600719177-720OX5V15KQ9BY7EDRXD/bc7e90_255c449d1ecf4acfa25f8562071e775e%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - All Souls' commemoration of the departed 4pm, 2nd November at St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW Every year we hold a special service on All Souls' Day (or on the nearest Sunday). During this service we gather to remember those we have lost, to pray for them, and light a candle in honour of them. A list of names of those we have lost will be read out, including those whose funerals have happened in the last 3 years. If you would like to add a name to the list please send an email to church@benwellscotswood.com (alternatively a paper list will be available in our churches). If you have any questions or would like someone to talk to, please do let us know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761759840682-2J567YQEL9XP5EKWB3BE/unsplash-image-lpqgCtnyhjw.jpg News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Remembrance services We will be holding an Act of Remembrance in each of our churches this November. This is when we remember those who gave their lives in the First World War and all other wars, and we pray for an end to all conflicts. Remembrance Sunday 9th November St Margaret's Scotswood, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St John's Benwell Village, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St James Benwell, 11am Act of Remembrance at 11am, followed by Holy Communion at 11.15am Armistice Day - Tuesday 11th November Venerable Bede, West Road, 10.55am Act of Remembrance at the war memorial inside the church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/abb9db6c-cee6-470a-a8ef-be165a89e9e1/e3ee91_2c3a0e70828e4a12a557feb07cd5fa47%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Last after Trinity - Confirmation Service 6pm, Sunday 23rd November at St James Bishop Mark Wroe will be with us to lead this very special service for us. Confirmation is a big step when we declare that we want to follow Jesus Christ, to receive the Holy Spirit, and to be part of his church, always finding ways to love God and one another. If you are interested in being confirmed (or baptised!), or you aren't sure and want to find out more, then just let us know. Fr Chris will be in touch to chat and begin preparations. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/newsletter-trinity-18 monthly 0.5 2025-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/f9a1961c-0301-4cab-8b55-1e35ef1ea127/Year+C+-+Trinity+18.png News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Services this week Sunday 10am - St John's Holy Communion 10am - St Margaret's Holy Communion 11.15am - St James Parish Eucharist Tuesday No bible study this week! Thursday 12pm - Ven Bede Holy Communion https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/20379163-74f0-4e44-b162-3a9ceae8222a/Church+web+icons.png News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/3df031de-7492-4633-87ef-9b3dd62f4155/Copy+of+Copy+of+Copy+of+Untitled+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/c6c2f839-a58c-4976-a3e3-68cf37ead311/6+%281%29.png News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761600719177-720OX5V15KQ9BY7EDRXD/bc7e90_255c449d1ecf4acfa25f8562071e775e%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - All Souls' commemoration of the departed 4pm, 2nd November at St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW Every year we hold a special service on All Souls' Day (or on the nearest Sunday). During this service we gather to remember those we have lost, to pray for them, and light a candle in honour of them. A list of names of those we have lost will be read out, including those whose funerals have happened in the last 3 years. If you would like to add a name to the list please send an email to church@benwellscotswood.com (alternatively a paper list will be available in our churches). If you have any questions or would like someone to talk to, please do let us know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1761759840682-2J567YQEL9XP5EKWB3BE/unsplash-image-lpqgCtnyhjw.jpg News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Remembrance services We will be holding an Act of Remembrance in each of our churches this November. This is when we remember those who gave their lives in the First World War and all other wars, and we pray for an end to all conflicts. Remembrance Sunday 9th November St Margaret's Scotswood, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St John's Benwell Village, 10am Holy Communion followed by an Act of Remembrance. St James Benwell, 11am Act of Remembrance at 11am, followed by Holy Communion at 11.15am Armistice Day - Tuesday 11th November Venerable Bede, West Road, 10.55am Act of Remembrance at the war memorial inside the church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/abb9db6c-cee6-470a-a8ef-be165a89e9e1/e3ee91_2c3a0e70828e4a12a557feb07cd5fa47%7Emv2.jpg News - Newsletter - Trinity 18 - Confirmation Service 6pm, Sunday 23rd November at St James Bishop Mark Wroe will be with us to lead this very special service for us. Confirmation is a big step when we declare that we want to follow Jesus Christ, to receive the Holy Spirit, and to be part of his church, always finding ways to love God and one another. If you are interested in being confirmed (or baptised!), or you aren't sure and want to find out more, then just let us know. Fr Chris will be in touch to chat and begin preparations once he returns from holiday. https://benwellscotswood.com/news/category/Newsletter monthly 0.5 https://benwellscotswood.com/news/category/Featured monthly 0.5 https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming daily 0.75 2026-03-28 https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/holy-week-2026-hswnc monthly 0.5 2026-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771698154141-ZIY8M0CB9ACNK009N9AO/unsplash-image-v2HgNzRDfII.jpg Upcoming Events - The Easter Celebration - The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Sat 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. We then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sun 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/goodfriday-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771694938867-YT7ZWJRKFAJIF7N7SDEJ/unsplash-image-Y30A96ESrQg.jpg Upcoming Events - Good Friday - Good Friday - Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. As we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/maundythursdat-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771694725800-SG8E9HAQ23ENWLAG7EKA/unsplash-image-O98dk75B_t4.jpg Upcoming Events - Maundy Thursday - Maundy Thursday - Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. We share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/palmsunday-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1771694429956-QA1M2HR2WBUS0XWC8TQD/unsplash-image-32fHRZGENno.jpg Upcoming Events - Palm Sunday - Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 MARCH, 11.15 am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. 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Holy Week is the most special time for the church community. We journey together as pilgrims, remembering each Holy Week event at each of our four churches. Together we walk with Jesus’ through his passion, death, and resurrection– the greatest story of hope in the face of suffering. Palm Sunday Eucharist 29 MARCH, 11.15 am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning with a procession, singing, and waving palm crosses and branches. We remember how Jesus was welcomed by the people of Jerusalem, before he was killed. We also have a dramatic reading of the story of Jesus’ arrest and death. Maundy Thursday - Eucharist of the Last Supper 2 April, 7.30pm At Venerable Bede West Road, NE4 8AP You are invited to have your feet washed (not compulsory!) as Jesus washed his Disciples’ feet at their last meal together. Bishop Helen-Ann will preach and we share communion before the altar and church are then stripped of decoration and we descend into darkness. ‘The Watch’ lasts for an hour after the service for those who want to stay, just as Jesus asked his disciples to stay awake and pray with him in the Garden of Gethsemane. Good Friday - Veneration of the Cross 3 April, 2pm At St John’s Church Benwell Village, NE15 6NW We tell the story of Jesus’ trial and death. Bishop Helen Ann will preach, and as we meditate on his sacrifice, a cross is brought into the church and we offer our prayers. This is a powerful service when we remember the outpouring of God’s love and how an instrument of death and oppression was transformed into a symbol of hope, joy and eternal life. The Easter Celebration - Eucharist of the Resurrection Sat 4 April, 8pm At St Margaret’s Church Scotswood, NE15 6AR We begin in darkness with a vigil around a fire, telling the story of God’s love and salvation throughout history. We light the Paschal Candle and light returns to the church with celebration and joy and singing. We baptise new Christians and renew our baptismal promises. Bishop Helen Ann will preach, and we then celebrate the Eucharist once more, remembering that Christ conquered death, and now we share in this heavenly meal and receive eternal life. Easter Day Sun 5 April, 11.15am At St James Church Benwell, NE15 6RS We gather on Sunday morning, as we gather every Sunday, to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. There may even be an Easter egg hunt for young ones! https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/exploring-faith monthly 0.5 2026-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/997588ac-4638-4007-88ed-51a5422487c9/Exploring+Faith+invitation.jpg Upcoming Events - Exploring Faith During Lent each year we host a group for people explore faith, ask questions, and get to know the church community. This will continue for 5 weeks. This year we will use the ‘Growing Good’ resource (from the Church Urban Fund) to explore what faith in action can look like in our community. We will also be baptising adults at Easter, if you would like to take this step then speak with Fr Chris (or anyone else in church!) Wednesdays at 4pm Finish by 5.30pm At St James Benwell, NE15 6RS Beginning 25th February For 5 weeks https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/lunch-club-pancake-party monthly 0.5 2026-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769267598389-83ZS8XJ1UMWBXD94GZ0M/unsplash-image-26NcU5Vkd5o.jpg Upcoming Events - Lunch club pancake party - Shrove Tuesday Pancakes Why not join us at our lunch club at St James on this Shrove Tuesday! Along with a pay-what-you-feel lunch, tea and coffee, we will be offering the traditional pancakes on the last day before Lent begins. https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/ashestogo2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1769267134964-PF2UOXEY2ZNJPX2IQBGJ/unsplash-image-52eEZwBKDz4.jpg Upcoming Events - Ashes to go - Ashes to go 10am to 1pm on 18th February At St James’ Benwell, NE15 6RS. While St James is open on Ash Wednesday morning, you can receive '“Ashes to go”. This a quick moment of prayer with our clergy, and an ash cross is drawn on your forehead. You don’t need to prepare and you don’t need to do anything. It is an opportunity for anyone to reconnect with God, to leave behind the old and move forwards. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. Everyone is welcome, especially if this is your first time. https://benwellscotswood.com/upcoming/ashwednesday2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6655d9e2b014963d914247bc/1768059319821-EXDQKJUIS1GSBUCKQPNP/unsplash-image-uK7elTW013o.jpg Upcoming Events - Ash Wednesday Service - Holy communion with ashing 2pm on 18th February At St John's Benwell Village, NE15 6NW. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the 40 days of penitence and preparation before Easter. Traditionally, on this day people are marked with the sign of the cross in ash on their forehead. These words are also used: "Remember you are dust, and to dust you shall return". This is an ancient sign of penitence, but also the forgiveness freely given to all by Christ on the cross. 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