Great Amwell with St Margarets and Stanstead Abbots
Our churches sit in a triangle of countryside in the three villages of Great Amwell, St Margarets and Stanstead Abbots, and serve the community by working together to bring God’s Good News to everyone.
We seek to make space for people to meet God in worship and prayer, to belong to God’s Family and join our fellowship, and to get out and show God’s Love through social action and working in our community. We have close links with our two Church schools and are blessed by being able to work with the teachers, staff and children.
We want to welcome everyone and to help them to walk closer with God, discovering together what it means to ‘live life in all its fullness’, as Jesus promised we would!
Rev’d Dr Sarah Forrest
Vicar of the Benefice
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REGULAR WEEKLY SERVICES St John the Baptist, Great Amwell St Mary the Virgin, St Margarets St Andrew, Stanstead Abbots Please do check out the Diary for details of special services |
LATEST UPDATES
Rogation Sunday on 10th May
On Sunday 10th May, we will have a special Rogation Day Thanksgiving Service at St James’, followed by a traditional ‘Beating the Bounds’ walk. The service starts at 11am, with the walk starting at approximately midday. Do wear sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate gear and bring a bottle of water for the walk! The 11am service replaces the normal 10.30am service at St Andrew’s Church.
5th Sunday Services on 31st May
Sunday 31st May is a 5th Sunday, so we have two special services for the Benefice: 9am Holy Communion at St James’ and 10.30am Eucharist at St John the Baptist. We look forward to welcoming you.
Let’s Make Church together!
Looking for a place where your child can explore faith through movement, music, creativity and sensory play? Make Church is a new monthly gathering for children and families that’s all about being together, having fun and growing in faith – with no need to sit still or be quiet (unless you want to)! Meeting every third Sunday of the month, 4pm at St Andrew’s Church, Stanstead Abbots. Upcoming dates for 2026: 19th April, 17th May, 21 June, 19 July and 16 August. Especially designed for children of all ages and abilities. Expect songs, movement, hands-on experiences and a warm welcome for parents and carers too. Come as you are. Let’s Make Church together. Got questions? Message us: vicar@3churches.net.
Our Parish is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officers (PSO). View our Safeguarding page HERE for more information.
All the churches have PA systems and Induction loops, and children are very welcome at all our services.
Please do get in touch with us if there is any further information you would like,
or anything you would like us churches to include in our prayers.
For contact information please see the Contact Us section of the website.
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