In addition to church services, Saint Augustine's have a wide array of societies and groups for people of all walks of life.
Mother's Union
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The Mothers' Union is a thriving group in our church community, with approximately 25-30 members attending our monthly meetings. They boast a variety of guest speakers, giving talks on lots of different topics (both religious and otherwise), and also arrange numerous outings and socials throughout the year. They also work to raise money for the Mothers' Union Caravan and other projects, and they collect toiletries to go to hospitals.
The Mothers' Union meets on the first Thursday of every month between 7:30 and 9:30pm. For more information contact:
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Men's Society
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The Men's Society meets to give the men of the parish an opportunity to socialise together outside of a church setting. They undertake a wide variety of activities including Pool, Darts, Crown Green Bowling, 10-pin Bowling as well as going on different outings to places of interest.
The Men's Society meet 2-3 times a year, usually in the evenings. For more information, please contact:
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Junior Church
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Our Junior Church meet every Sunday morning during the main church service (at 10:00am) and exists to give the younger members of our congregation an opportunity to explore the Bible readings from the service in a way that is more accessible to them. During their time together, the children take part in activities, as well as doing arts and crafts linked to the readings of the day.
Junior Church is for children aged 0-12 years and meet in the vestry at the start of the service. For more information, please contact:
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Lunch Club
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The Lunch Club meet once a month and exists to provide its' members with an opportunity to socialise and get to know other members of the church and of the community whilst enjoying a light meal, and a raffle. Additionally, the club provides an excellent opportunity for people to bring friends or family along to church and integrate them into the church community.
The Lunch Club meets on the first Monday of each month between 12 and 1:30pm, although this sometimes changes depending on its members. For more information, please contact:
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Parents & Tods
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The Parents and Tods group happens each week and provides a safe and secure meeting place for children (and indeed, carers) to interact with each other in a Christian Environment. The children will undertake a variety of activities including arts and crafts, singing, writing and games.
The Parents and Tods group meet every Wednesday morning between 9:30am and 11:30am. For more information, please contact:
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Junior Multi Sport
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Junior Multi Sport is a group for children up to age 14, and provides coaching for children in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities in a safe environment with trained coaches. The children undertake activities such as softball, football, table tennis, table football and many more. This gives more people the opportunity to become a part of the church community.
Junior Multi Sport meets every Tuesday between 5:00-6:00pm. For more information, please contact:
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Praise and Play
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Praise and Play takes the form of a short worship service aimed at young children and their parents. It provides a worship service for those who, for one reason or another, may not be able to attend the Sunday service at St Augustine's, and also allows our younger members to grow in fellowship with one another and learn more about God and what being a Christian means for their life.
Praise and Play happens every Wednesday between 6:30-8:00pm. A Eucharistic service takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. or more information, please contact:
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Rainbows
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Rainbows is a group for young girls, aged between 5-7 years. Rainbows aims to teach its members about the value of friendship and learning, as well as teaching them valuable communication skills. Through completing activities and taking part in outings and trips, girls will earn badges and make friendships with their fellow rainbows as well as learning and having fun.
Rainbows meet every Thursday evening in term time between 5:30 and 6:15pm. For more information or to make an enquiry, please contact:
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Brownies
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Brownies is a group for girls. They strive to have fun while developing confidence and self-esteem through having new experiences and learning new skills. They also spend time thinking about the community and learning about the wider world.
Brownies is for girls aged 7-11, and they meet once a week during term time, on a Thursday evening between 6:30-7:30pm, although additional activities may be organised. For more information or to make an enquiry, please contact:
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