Welcome to St. Mary’s Church, a warm and welcoming church family in Wavendon Village, Milton Keynes. We meet at 9.30am each Sunday, and also offer a weekly pre-recorded online service.
We are a growing and diverse community, embracing a wide range of Christian belief and and worship – both contemporary and traditional – and offering opportunity for diverse expressions of faith. We welcome people of all ages and denominations to join with us to worship God and encourage each other in our walk with Jesus Christ. If you want to get a flavour of our vision, click here.
The church also fosters and enjoys a close relationship with St. Mary’s Church of England Primary School, on the new Eagles Rest estate in Wavendon.
We are very committed to the care and nurture of all in our church communities – for further details of our safeguarding policy and contact info, click through to our Partnership website here.
We look forward to meeting you!
Online Services
Latest news:
Our theme this Sunday
During our communion Sunday service, we will be looking at Philippians 1:1-11 – Introduction to partnership and prayer. Led by Rev. Alison.
Our Children’s Church will start back after the summer break – meeting in the community centre opposite the church, from 9:15am. Children’s Church aims to be back in church before the end of the service, to share their learning with the congregation.
New to this Sunday
Big Basics – a youth group for 14 to 18 year olds, exploring the big questions about life and faith, happening fortnightly starting this Sunday 7th September at 4 – 5:30pm at All Saints Church, Milton Keynes Village, MK10 9AF. Youth Work
Daily Inspirations
Although, Daily Inspirations is taking a break until the end of November, we have wealth of material written over the past 5 years for you to enjoy, 25 series to be exact. Please check our back catalogue.
Monday
‘Revive’ an informal prayer group meet in church between 9:15 – 10:00am, weekly during term time.
Alpha Course
Starting this Wednesday 10th September at 7:30pm, meeting at Christ the King Community Church, Frithwood Crescent, Kents Hill, MK7 6HG.
Alpha is a great way to explore the basics of the Christian Faith. All are welcome to join – there is no assumptions about what you believe, and you’re free to ask all questions you want! Please Contact Ian Pearce is you’d like to attend. Ipearce@live.com or mob.07719968356
Advent Voices
This Monday (8th Sept), Advent Voices meets for the first time at 7pm in church. Come along to this initial session to join those who love to sing. Led by Cristina and Oscar.
Thursday Coffee Morning
Has returned after the summer break! Anytime between 10am and 12pm – join us for a cuppa, a piece of homemade cake and a chat.
Looking ahead – we have a Macmillan Coffee morning on 25th September.
Ride and Stride
The annual Ride & Stride event takes place on 13th September. Cyclist and walkers tour churches, historic and otherwise, on a route of their choice. We will be welcoming participants at St. Mary’s during the day and providing refreshments.
You can find more details on the Bucks Historic Churches Trust website here.
Breakfast @ Frosts
Saturday 13th September at Frosts Garden Centre (Conservatory), Woburn Sands, MK17 8UE. 8:30 – 10:30am approx. Rev Isaac Pain is speaking (from Cranfield church). Tickets (£6pp) are available from Chris or Fay.
Monthly Quiz Night
Our monthly quiz night is returning after the summer break on Tuesday 16th September at 7:30pm. It’s £2pp in teams of up to 6. Don’t worry if you haven’t got a team, just come along and we’ll find you a team. Bring along your own drinks and nibbles. There’s also a raffle £1 per strip. It’s always a fun evening. Led by Colin and Pam.
Walton Churches is 40!
Celebrations will take place on Saturday 4th Oct 5-8pm at Christ the King Church, Kents Hill. More details to follow – watch this space!
Creative Arts
Our latest online exhibition is on the theme of “Home and Away”. If you would like to contribute, (interpreting the theme as you wish!), please email a good quality photo of your work to waltonartsandcrafts@gmail.com. The exhibition will launch in mid-September. See our latest exhibition Glorious Gardens.