The parish church of St Leonard in Lexden
Church of England
The parish church of St Leonard in Lexden welcomes Christians and those who seek to understand Christianity in the Colchester area. Our aim is to make contact with and encourage others to join us in our life-enhancing Christian journey.
The parish church of St Leonard in Lexden at Colchester, Essex 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 The parish church of St Leonard in Lexden is to make an impact for God, here in Colchester, Essex 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
8.00am Parish Eucharist
At the 8.00am Eucharist we use the Book of Common Prayer (BCP), beautiful language from 1662 making this a quiet and contemplative service with no music.
Every Sunday at 8:00 AM for 1 hour
9.45am Parish Eucharist
Our Parish Eucharist at 9.45am has a full choir, hymns and parts of the service are sung together. There is also Junior church and a crèche. There is an All Age Worship on the 1st Sunday in the month.
We usually have All Age Worship the first Sunday of the month which is shorter, more informal and child-friendly. Check the church calendar or diary page to see what’s on. Sometimes we have special all age services like Christingle and Harvest Festival.
We usually have All Age Worship the first Sunday of the month which is shorter, more informal and child-friendly. Check the church calendar or diary page to see what’s on. Sometimes we have special all age services like Christingle and Harvest Festival.
Every Sunday at 9:45 AM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
6.30pm Evensong
Evensong which is at 6.30pm uses the BCP, combining prayers for the evening with hymns and canticles led by the choir.
Every Sunday at 6:30 PM for 1 hour
Monday
9.00am Morning prayer (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Monday at 9:00 AM for ½ hour
5.00pm Evening prayer (Monday to Thursday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Monday at 5:00 PM for ½ hour
Tuesday
9.00am Morning prayer (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Tuesday at 9:00 AM for ½ hour
5.00pm Evening prayer (Monday to Thursday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Tuesday at 5:00 PM for ½ hour
Wednesday
9.00am Morning prayer (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Wednesday at 9:00 AM for ½ hour
10.00am Eucharist and Open Church (Wednesday)
Every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour
5.00pm Evening prayer (Monday to Thursday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Wednesday at 5:00 PM for ½ hour
Thursday
8.00am Parish Eucharist (Thursday)
Every Thursday at 8:00 AM for ¾ hour
5.00pm Evening prayer (Monday to Thursday)
Common Worship Daily Office said in the Lady (Chapel), all welcome.
Every Thursday at 5:00 PM for ½ hour
Saturday
Men's Prayer Breakfast
On the first Saturday of every month. Men's breakfast of Cereals, Tea, Coffee, Fruit Juice and Bacon rolls followed by Prayer Time.
Every first Saturday at 8:30 AM for 1½ hours
Location
Lexden Road/Church Lane
Colchester
Essex
United Kingdom
CO3 4BL
Staff
Rev Teresa Wynne
Pastor
Contacts
Tel: 01206575565
Web: http://www.stleonardslexden.org.uk
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