St Matthews
Church of England
St Matthews welcomes Christians and those who seek to understand Christianity in the Worthing area. Our aim is to make contact with and encourage others to join us in our life-enhancing Christian journey.
St Matthews at Worthing, West Sussex is a friendly Christian community where we welcome others to join us in our worship and service to God. Our emphasis is on learning and understanding the Bible and following the example of Jesus and his followers.
The vision of St Matthews is to make an impact for God, here in Worthing, West Sussex by helping people understand the enriching messages of eternal hope given to us by Jesus Christ through His words and deeds. Come just as you are - we'd love to get to know you better.
Service Times
Sunday
Service of Prayer
Quieter than the main service so that more time can be spent concentrating on prayer.
Every Sunday at 8:45 AM for 1 hour
Childrens Worship
Most Sunday's our children are invited to take part in special Sunday worship activities designed, and organised especially for them by our Youth Work team.
Every Sunday at 10:30 AM
Morning Prayer
For a full list of events at St. Matthews Please visit our website programme page. www.stmatthewschurch.co.uk
Every first Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Holy Commuion
For a full list of events at St. Matthews Please visit our website programme page. www.stmatthewschurch.co.uk
Every second and fourth Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Family Service
The children stay in church for this service that is appropriate for all the family.
Every third Sunday at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Evening Course
See below for details of our current course.
Every Sunday at 5:00 PM for 2 hours
Monday
Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly.
Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Monday at for 1½ hours
Monday Fellowship
Speakers & Social Events.
Every second and fourth Monday at 2:30 PM for 1½ hours
NRG
After School Club for school year groups 3, 4, 5 & 6. Meets in the hall.
Term Time Only
Every Monday at 6:00 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The Zone
After School Club for School Year Groups 6, 7, 8 & 9. Meets in the hall
Term Time Only
Every Monday at 7:45 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Tuesday
Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly.
Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Tuesday at for 1½ hours
TOTS
Baby and Toddler group.
Term Tome Only
Tuesday at 9:30 AM for 2 hours
Wednesday
Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly.
Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Wednesday at for 1½ hours
Little Fish
For babies & toddlers with an adult. Kind of midweek Sunday School with a Bible Story, singing, craft & play built on the story.
Term-time
Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for 1½ hours
St Matthews Tennis Society
For all ages and abilities. Held at the Tennis Courts by St Andrews, Tarring
Every Wednesday at 7:00 PM for 1 hour
Thursday
Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly.
Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Thursday at for 1½ hours
TOTS
Baby and Toddler group.
Term-time
Every Thursday at 9:30 AM for 2 hours
GLU
After School Club for 5 year olds + School Year Groups 1 & 2. Meets in the hall. [Term time only]
Every Thursday at 5:30 PM for 1 hour
Friday
Housegroups
Housegroups are a vital part of our fellowship and pastoral care. They meet at various homes around the parish, at different times/days of the week. Most are fortnightly.
Contact Rev. John Chitham to find out more about them.
Every Friday at for 1½ hours
Young Mums Homegroup
Designed for mums with children of primary school age or younger. Children can either stay with you or be looked after in the creche.
Meets every 2 weeks Term Time Only
Friday at 10:00 AM for 1½ hours
8-11's Bible Study
A new discussion group for children aged 8 - 11, meets in a home term time only.
Term time only
Every Friday at 5:00 PM for 1 hour
Saturday
Prayer Meeting
Held in the hall for short Bible Study & to pray for parish needs.
Every Saturday at 9:30 AM for ½ hour
Location
Shakespeare Rd/Tarring Rd
Worthing
West Sussex
United Kingdom
BN11 4HB
Staff
The Revd Ernest John CHITHAM (John)
Incumbent
Contacts
Tel: 01903207024
Web: http://www.stmatthewsworthing.co.uk
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