WELCOME
to the Benefice of Flitton, Pulloxhill and Silsoe
in Central Bedfordshire - part of the Diocese of St Albans.
Our historic churches are situated in the heart of their communities, and we seek to be a living heartbeat of faith here. We follow Jesus and we want to share the good news of his love with all.
If you live in Flitton, Greenfield, Pulloxhill, Silsoe, Wardhedges and the surrounding areas, we are your local church, and we are here for you. We also extend a warm welcome to visitors from further afield.
We provide regular services of worship and prayer, and we offer opportunities to learn about and practice the Christian faith. We welcome people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Our local schools are very important to us and we are blessed to work closely with the teachers, staff and children.
The website is packed full of useful information from Sunday Services, activities and events, and helpful advice for those seeking baptisms, weddings and funerals.
Whether you are new or a regular member of the churches or community, we are glad that you are here, and we hope that you find what you are looking for.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any assistance.
Rev Simon and Rev Louise Moore, Vicars
01525 643478 RevSimon@3churches.uk RevLouise@3churches.uk
Around the Benefice - 8th - 16th August 2026
From the Pulpit – Rev Louise
Listen to Rev Louise’s sermon preached in Silsoe Church on 26th July 2026.
Bible readings for the day: Romans 8:26-39 and Matthew 13:31-33,44-52
Sunday 9th August
Silsoe 9:30am – Morning Worship with Rev Louise and Jackie Williams
Flitton 10:30am – Holy Communion with Rev Olivia
Pulloxhill 11:00am – Morning Worship with Rev Louise
Sunday 9th August 3pm – Benefice Tea Party, Silsoe Vicarage – more details here
Monday 10th August 10am – Flitton Church Clean – more details here
Wednesday 12th August 8:30am – Online Prayer Meeting – more details here
Wednesday 12th August Silsoe Church 3:00pm – Summer Fun – Pottery Painting – more details here
Wednesday 12th August Flitton, 8:00pm – Night Prayers with Rev Louise – more details here
Thursday 6th August Silsoe, 8:00am – Morning Said Communion – informal, 30 minutes.
Sunday 16th August
Silsoe 9:30am – Holy Communion with Rev Louise and Rev Anna
Flitton 10:30am – Cafe Church with Rev Olivia
Pulloxhill 6:00pm – Summer Evening Praise with Rev Louise and Lay Leader of Worship Liz Coulson (outside, weather permitting)
SPOTLIGHT
Dear Friends,
When I moved into my house in Silsoe, the only change I made to the décor was removing the ocean-themed wallpaper downstairs. It wasn’t that I didn’t like the beautiful blue swirls, with sketched boats lilting across the water, but the constant reminder of the ocean while living in one of Britain’s landlocked counties.
In these hot weeks, we long for the cool refreshment of water, and during the holiday season many will make trips to beaches in this country and beyond. We’re on the water in our Gospel reading (Matthew 14:22-33). There are a number of open water encounters with Jesus, many of which begin with turbulent storms and fearful disciples. In one of those stories, Jesus gets into their boat and calms the storm. But in this one, Jesus invites Peter out onto the water to walk with him.
Storms appear in our lives in many different ways: illness, grief, anxiety, uncertainty, or loss. Sometimes our circumstances change, and the storm begins to subside. At other times, the storm remains, and we are called to keep putting one foot in front of the other. The promise of this passage is not that every storm will disappear, but that Jesus does not leave us to face them alone. Whether the waters are calm or rough, he is with us, reaching out his hand, inviting us to trust him one step at a time.
Love and prayers,
Rev Olivia
A Message from Rev Simon
Dear Friends,
I am writing to you to outline the details of my forthcoming study leave. It is a great privilege to be able to step away from ministry and day-to-day parish life and spend time reflecting on my Christian journey so far. From the 20th of July to the 20th of September, I will not be in day-to-day parish ministry. During this time Louise and Olivia and the wider church ministry team will be covering for me which I really appreciate. I will also be having time away from my Diocesan role as the lay ministry officer.
My time will have three distinct components. Firstly, I will be on an 8-day silent retreat at Saint Buenos the Jesuit Spirituality centre in North Wales. The longest I have been on a silent retreat up to now, has been three days! This will give me time to reflect, read, stop and pray. It will not be straight forward for me, but I am sure it will be incredibly good. Secondly, I will be travelling to Hyderabad in India, which I last visited in 2019 to deliver some teaching and training with Indian pastors. Since that time, I have been keeping a connection, by running monthly online Bible studies. Finally, Louise and I will be on a road trip holiday.
My last study leave was in 2014 and I will not get another before I retire. It is a great gift to have time away from my Diocesan and parish work but not time away from God or family. Please pray for me that this gift would be something I build on and grow in. Please also pray and support Louise and Olivia especially during my time away.
With thanks for your understanding and ongoing prayers.
Simon
A 60 Second Sermon for 15th July 2026 – Translation and a Pause
This is the last 60 Second Sermon for a couple of months as Rev Simon is on study leave until September.
Want to find out more about us?
The common shared vision of the Benefice is
“Living Our Faith, Loving Our Communities”
and this supported by a set of values across all three churches:
Christ centred Prayerful Worshipful Hospitable Community focused United
Each of the three Churches has their own specific opportunities and challenges but by working together and offering an appropriate range of worship options, the Benefice is able to deliver its vision and values and meet the needs of its congregations.