Welcome
Crofton Parish serves the Hampshire coastal communities of Stubbington and Hill Head. We seek to make the transforming love of Jesus Christ known through the worship in our two churches and our work in the area.
Key upcoming events
Feb
21
Fri
12:30 pm Young at Heart Film and Tea @ Holy Rood Church Centre
Young at Heart Film and Tea @ Holy Rood Church Centre
Feb 21 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm
For those who are ‘young at heart’ do join us at the Crofton Parish Centre at Holy Rood to enjoy a cream tea and a classic film. Please bring a friend or neighbour. If you plan to attend complete the sign-up form below or use the sign-up sheets at the back of both churches and in the Parish Office, so that we…
Mar
6
Fri
1:45 pm World Day of Prayer Service @ Holy Rood Church 
World Day of Prayer Service @ Holy Rood Church
Mar 6 @ 1:45 pm – 3:00 pm
Rise, take your mat and walk Women, men and children of all ages are called to ‘Rise, take your mat and walk’ to join this day of prayer. Women of Zimbabwe have prepared this year’s…
Apr
4
Sat
7:30 pm Just One @ Portsmouth Guildhall 
Just One @ Portsmouth Guildhall
Apr 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:15 pm
JustOne at Portsmouth Guildhall is a unique opportunity to bring a ‘plus one’ to hear the life-changing message of Jesus. The event is a partnership between a number of churches and ministries in Portsmouth, the…
Apr
5
Sun
7:30 pm Just One @ Portsmouth Guildhall
Just One @ Portsmouth Guildhall
Apr 5 @ 7:30 pm – 9:15 pm
JustOne at Portsmouth Guildhall is a unique opportunity to bring a ‘plus one’ to hear the life-changing message of Jesus. The event is a partnership between a number of churches and ministries in Portsmouth, the…
Upcoming Services
Feb
23
Sun
9:30 am Morning Worship (CW) @ St. Edmund's Church
Morning Worship (CW) @ St. Edmund's Church
Feb 23 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
This traditional service is take from Common Worship. Sung worship is led by an organ. Refreshments are served after the service.
10:00 am Family Worship @ Holy Rood Church
Family Worship @ Holy Rood Church
Feb 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am
This informal service is suitable for people of any age. These are led by a music group normally consisting of singers, guitars, piano and drums. The service also includes Bible readings, a talk and prayers and possibly a talk or activity suitable for children. Screens around the church are used to display the words of songs and responses so you will not…
6:30 pm Ascent with Holy Communion @ Holy Rood Church 
Ascent with Holy Communion @ Holy Rood Church
Feb 23 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
‘Ascent’ is the name for the 6.30pm Sunday service at Holy Rood Church. ‘Ascent’ uses the picture of ‘going up the mountain of the Lord’ to encourage us in prayer, worship and seeking God’s presence.…
Feb
27
Thu
10:30 am Thursday Holy Communion @ Foster Room
Thursday Holy Communion @ Foster Room
Feb 27 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
This reflective communion service is held in the Foster Room which is located next to Holy Rood Church.
Mar
1
Sun
9:30 am Holy Communion (BCP) @ St. Edmund's Church
Holy Communion (BCP) @ St. Edmund's Church
Mar 1 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am
This service follows the said order of service found in the Book of Common P.rayer. There will be readings and sermon but no sung worship at this service.
10:00 am Family Worship @ Holy Rood Church
Family Worship @ Holy Rood Church
Mar 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am
This informal service is suitable for people of any age. These are led by a music group normally consisting of singers, guitars, piano and drums. The service also includes Bible readings, a talk and prayers and possibly a talk or activity suitable for children. Screens around the church are used to display the words of songs and responses so you will not…
11:10 am Holy Communion (CW) @ St. Edmund's Church
Holy Communion (CW) @ St. Edmund's Church
Mar 1 @ 11:10 am – 12:15 pm
The prayers and responses used in this service of Holy Communion are taken from Common Worship. Sung worship is accompanied by the organ. We welcome any visiting Christian to take the communion bread and wine if they do so in their own church.
6:30 pm Causeway @ Holy Rood Church
Causeway @ Holy Rood Church
Mar 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The monthly Causeway Service is planned to be accessible for people with learning difficulties, although everyone is welcome.
Mar
4
Wed
10:30 am Daytime Pastorate @ Holy Rood Church Centre
Daytime Pastorate @ Holy Rood Church Centre
Mar 4 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
This small congregation meets for fellowship and worship. The service includes songs, prayers and a talk usually be one of the clergy. The Pastorate is preceded by the CAFE meeting where coffee is served from 9:45.
Mar
5
Thu
10:30 am Thursday Holy Communion @ Foster Room
Thursday Holy Communion @ Foster Room
Mar 5 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
This reflective communion service is held in the Foster Room which is located next to Holy Rood Church.
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