Welcome
Welcome to the home page of St. Paul's Church, Oldham, in Hathershaw - part of the Church of England Diocese of Manchester.
We work closely with the parish of St. Thomas, Werneth.
The Notices
Finance Committee Would you like to support the church by volunteering with others to serve on a Finance Committee? You may have book-keeping skills, alternatively training can be given. Please speak to Auriel, Lynne or Nick if you are interested.
Bring & Share On 19 July, we have having a "Bring & Share" meal after church in the Community Room. Please bring some food, and come and share it with others!
Coffee Morning The next one is at 10:00 am - 12 noon on Saturday 1 August.
Admission to Holy Communion St. Paul's admits children and young people over the age of 7 to Holy Communion, on the understanding that they and their family are happy for them to do so; they are baptised, and that they regularly attend church with their family. If you are happy for your child to attend training from September, please fill out a form, and speak to Gina or Nick.
Music We are always seeking a diversity of music to play in church services. If you have any suggestions, please email Nick.
Building Fund Appeal
St. Paul's appeal for the Church Building Fund now totals £4,676.91. A grant has been awarded for £100,740.15. Permission has not yet been granted to start spending it. We seek money for:
- fees for design work above the Chancel Arch;
- fees for design work beneath the floor of the Community Room;
- removal of plaster above the Chancel Arch;
- construction work on the floor beneath the Community Room; and
- new chairs and dollies for the Community Room.
Envelopes are still available on the back window sill.
Thank you for your generosity.
Updates
We have been awarded a grant for £15,000 for the roof from the Diocesan Building Fund, dependent on our receiving funding for the project from elsewhere.
Energy Efficiency Fund Appeal
St. Paul's is also inviting donations for this fund, with the aim of reducing energy use, helping us move towards financial and environmental sustainability.
This will fund an audit to help us reduce our carbon footprint. As well as savings in CO2 and bills in the long term, this will support grant applications for the Building Fund.
Regular Activities
These are the usual times of activities at St. Paul's Church
SUNDAY
10:00 am
St. Paul's Sunday Worship
10:00 am (termtime)
St. Paul's Sunday School
1:00 pm
Bethel Roma Church
MONDAY
7:00 pm
Guides
TUESDAY
2:00 pm
Pop In
WEDNESDAY
10:00 am (termtime)
Stitch & Share
THURSDAY
6:00 pm
Bethel Roma Church
SATURDAY
10:00 am (1st Saturday of Month)
Coffee Morning
10:30 am (usually 3rd Sunday of Month)
Board Games
If you would like to enquire about a booking, please ring Rev Nick on 07986 085851. But please make sure that there is no activity already taking place at your preferred time.
Donations
You are welcome to donate to the parish online. Thank you.
Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi
Join Bishop Mark on a pilgrimage to the heart of the Christian faith. Journey through the eternal city of Rome, where the rich heritage of the Apostles, martyrs, and saints is woven into its ancient basilicas and sacred sites. Then travel to the peaceful hills of Assisi, home of St Francis, St Clare, and Blessed Carlo Acutis, where prayer, beauty, and simplicity continue to inspire pilgrims from around the world.
Heritage & Visits
If you would like to look around St. Thomas' Church with a group or by yourself, please contact Revd. Nick Andrewes to make arrangements on the number below. Alternatively, you are welcome to do so while the church is open on a Thursday or a Sunday morning.
