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Fund Raising for a Portable Keyboard
We’re raising funds for a new portable keyboard enabling us to enrich both contemporary and traditional music throughout the Benefice.
You can make a donation by:
Putting your donation in an envelope marked ‘Keyboard’ and handing it to any of our PCC members, Churchwardens or Vicars.
Or
Using the online donation button on this page
Every contribution will help us share the joy of music in new settings!
Click here to read about this year’s Exhibition and see more winning entries
Silsoe Photography Competition 2025 – The Winners.
Congratulations to Clare N, winner of the 18 & over class in this year’s Silsoe Photography Competition with her striking image Into the Storm.
Well done also to 15 year old Henry A, whose photograph Journey’s End: The Rainbow Bridge took first place in the 17 & under category.
Clare’s success didn’t end there — she also won the People’s Choice award at the Exhibition with her photo Home to Roost.
For more information see
Send a Gift-Filled Shoebox in Jesus’ Name
Each year, the international relief and development organisation The Samaritan’s Purse distributes gift-filled shoeboxes around the world to children in need.
Since 1993, more than 208 million children in over 160 countries have experienced God’s love through the power of simple shoebox gifts from Operation Christmas Child.
Duncan Robb (07957 488456) and Anne Stiles (01582 881288) at Pulloxhill Church are co-ordinating the collection of Shoeboxes around the Benefice and can provide information on what to include (and what not to include).
Filled boxes are needed before 2 November 2025.
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)
Tickets (£12.50) and further information from Margaret Butt – mkatebutt@yahoo.co.uk
17 October 2025 – The First Britons
A history of settlement from 1 million to 200,000 years ago
An Illustrated Talk by Dr Nick Ashton
Curator of Prehistoric Collections, British Museum, Professor of Archaeology, University College London
7.30 pm – Flitton Church Hall
Bar Raffle
All proceeds to Flitton Church
Upcoming Services – all at 6pm in Silsoe Church
19 October
23 November
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)
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
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
