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Bed and Breakfast to Bethlehem
Starting on Advent Sunday, small, knitted versions of Mary and Joseph, together with their donkey, will be travelling around different households in the communities of Silsoe, Flitton, Pulloxhill and Wardhedges, staying for one night. The family end up at our local churches for the Crib service. It is a way of remembering the journey that Mary and Joseph made to Bethlehem 2,00 years ago.
More information is available here.
Confirmation Service – Spring 2026
Confirmation is a special service in which a person confirms the promises that were made when they were baptised. In the Spring 2026, the Benefice will be hosting a Confirmation service with Bishop Richard in Silsoe Church. Rev Olivia will be running preparation sessions for young people (aged 9 or above) to think about what confirmation is and what it means for them.
Adults may also wish to be confirmed and preparation for them will be bespoke. Please speak to any of the Ministry Team to find out more.
The Chocolate Stop
Barton Road Bus Stop
Wednesdays
3:30 – 4:30pm
Hot Chocolate served by
St James Church
FREE, but donations welcome towards costs
Contact: RevLiv@3churches.uk
Allergens: contains milk
Wednesday Evenings at 7.30-9pm at Silsoe Vicarage most weeks starting 1st Oct (Contact Rev Louise/ Rev Simon 01525 643478 or 07729 385830)
Tuesday evenings 8 pm – 9.30pm in Flitton/Greenfield, fortnightly, starting 30th Sept (Contact Rev Olivia 01525 657000/ Rev Louise 01525 643478 or 07729 385830)
Join in with reading ‘Jesus 100: 100 days to find him, 100 days to follow him and 100 days to become like him’ by Robin Gamble.
For those seeking a deeper connection with]esus, Jesus 100 helps you understand his teachings better, grow in faith and become more like him, 100 days of readings covering the greatest stories about Jesus.
The book can stand alone, for private devotions, or be a basis for discussion. Four groups for discussion and encouragement are planned in the Benefice starting in late September or early October.
The book can be purchased from Amazon, Waterstones or Eden (ISBN number 9781839758331) or Rev Simon and Rev Louise can source one for you.
Please purchase the book and start the daily readings whenever you are ready and we will begin the discussions soon. We don’t need to be in the same place in the book – read at your own pace.
Friday afternoons 2pm to 3.30pm Silsoe, approx twice a month starting 24th Oct (Contact Rev Anna 07767 710306)
Saturday mornings 9am to 10.30am, Pulloxhill Church Hall with breakfast approx twice monthly, starting 11th Oct (Contact Liz Coulson 01525 712834/ Rev Olivia 01525 657000)
What people have said about previous services:
“An uncomplicated, welcoming evening”
“Songs & testimonies made me want to go back again”
“Calming & spiritually uplifting”
Contemporary Worship
Join us in Silsoe Church for our ‘Reflect and Connect’ service – an opportunity to share a relaxed hour exploring an important aspect of life – belief and faith. Songs led by our band, reflection, personal stories, prayer and refreshments.
All are welcome to join us at our evening services.
The group are keen for others to join them, any instruments or singers are welcome. You don’t need to be a professional musician, just someone of a reasonable standard with enthusiasm for making uplifting and upbeat music. If you are interested please contact either Rev Simon or Rev Louise (RevSimon@3churches.uk RevLouise@3churches.uk 01525 643478)
Next service – 23 November, 6pm
25 January 2026
All Together Worship
A service for everyone to enjoy
All Together Worship is a short service for suitable for all ages, all stages of faith and all points of view. With songs, puppets, prayer, and cake.
Why not come along to Flitton Church and join in?
Services at 10:30am on:
30 November – Advent Sunday: looking forward to Christmas
25 January 2026
Everyone is welcome
Friday 5 December – Flitton Christmas Concert
featuring The Ampthill Town Band
The perfect way to get into the festive spirit
7pm for welcome drink and canapes,
then the concert from 7.30pm with the Ampthill Town Band.
Tickets £12.50
Contact Jo Holt – jo_holt@sky.com
This is always a great night out. Music, songs and audience participation – with a large number of Christmas hats to wear!
Next meeting
7 December – Messy Christmas – Silsoe
Messy Sunday
A lively fun and creative time together for families, children and people of all ages.
Songs, stories, puppets & crafts and supper.
We have Messy Sunday once a month – taking it in turns around our 3 Parishes in Flitton, Pulloxhill and Silsoe.
Numbers are limited so please book on revsimon@3churches.uk
Upcoming dates for Messy Church – all 4pm – 5:30pm:
11 January – Flitton
12 December 2025 – Pulloxhill Christmas Concert
Join us in Pulloxhill Church at 7:30pm
for our Christmas Concert.
Tickets £10
Available from:
Hilary – 01525 861215
Linda – 01525 714256
Or on the door
Refreshments Mulled Wine Raffle
13 December 2025 – Bark the Herald
Join us in Silsoe Churchyard on Saturday 13 December at 4pm for a festive carol service with a difference. This special event welcomes both two-legged and four-legged carollers, so bring along your dog to add their own “vocals” to the celebration.
There will be hot chocolate and mince pies for human guests, and dog biscuits for our canine companions. A joyful occasion for all the family.
Everyone welcome
A Year of Spiritual Renewal and Wellbeing
In 2025, The Diocese of St. Albans invites you to embark on a transformative Year of Spiritual Renewal and Wellbeing. This year long journey is designed to help is lift our hearts and minds, inspired by the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus.
This initiative aims to guide us in connecting with our faith and seeking the renewing life of the Holy Spirit.
A rich programme of events has been prepared, offering something for everyone. Retreats, Quiet Days in unique settings such as a narrowboat journey along a tranquil canal, walking retreats of various lengths, for anyone seeking a quiet time with God.
For the wider community , a series of inspiring events is planned, including a Festival of Ideas, and a School of Theology
The wide range of retreats, courses, and other events are available for booking now. The programme content and booking information can be found online at: year.stalbansdiocese.org
The Alban Way
Community. Exploration. Transformation.
Deepen your faith life, in a year of exploration of spiritual practices, rooted in community.
Designed for 18-35s alongside regular work and study.
The Alban Way is a year long programme of practice based teaching, in community, designed for participants to be equipped and formed as disciples and leaders. In this time of intentional exploration we are seeking to be transformed in our relationships with Jesus, that our faith might grow and flourish.
You can find out more about the Alban Way and how to join here
18 December 2025 – Carols Round The Tree
Join us at 7pm to sing Carols round the Flitton Christmas Tree.
There’ll be mulled wine and mince pies to keep you warm and encourage the singing.
Everyone Welcome
Open the Book – Can you help?
In association with the Bible Society, Open the Book is an exciting storytelling project where Bible stories are shared with children in a way that is fun, interactive and memorable. We are hoping to put together a storytelling team, who will go into Greenfield and Silsoe schools once a month to present a 10-15 minute scripted bible story.
Don’t worry, no learning of lines needed! To register your interest, or find out more details, please email Jo Holt jo_holt@sky.com
Services:
8 January 2026
(The service on 11 December has been cancelled)
Midweek Morning Worship – once a month on a Thursday.
We have a monthly midweek Morning Worship service in Silsoe Church.
Starting at 11am with coffee, this is followed by a short service of Morning Worship at 11:30am, after which there is a light lunch at 12 noon. Lead by Reader Gillian Kern and Lay Leader of Worship Maggie Jeeves, everyone is welcome to share in good conversation, worship and refreshments.
Contact Gillian Kern for more information:
07743 483635 or gkern3268@gmail.com
