David Kerr, Author at The Parish of Chingford

Public and Online Worship During National Lockdown 3.0

Public and Online Worship During National Lockdown 3.0 We recognize that the Government has defined communal worship as an essential service, which provides people with the “reasonable excuse” to leave their homes during the National Lockdown. We also recognize that this comes with a certain degree of risk for the participants, from which those with underlying vulnerabilities are required to shield, and to which others may be reluctant to expose themselves. Therefore, realising the need to balance what is possible, what is prudent, and what is pastoral for the congregations of

Face Coverings In Church

Face Coverings In Church Following the Prime Minister's announcement, face coverings become mandatory in church buildings from this Sunday, 9 August. We still await (Thursday morning) detailed guidance from HM Government, but we can reasonably expect that the guidance will match the regulations by which they are mandatory in shops. Face Coverings must cover the nose and the mouth. You do not need to wear one if you are: Under 11;If you need to communicate with someone who lip-reads;If you are unable to wear one because of a registered disability;If wearing

Choir activity

Take a look HERE at a challenge for members of the choir and others!

Parish Magazine

Please click "Parish Magazine" above and then, in the new screen, click HERE to see our monthly Parish Magazine. If that doesn't work for you, please Email office@parishofchingford.org.uk to request a copy. But provided it does work, please pass on this link or a copy to anyone you know who may like to see it.

Waltham Forest Local Area Coordinators

The London Borough of Waltham Forest runs a Local Area Coordination service which helps residents stay safe and independent, particularly in these difficult times. Details of our local coordinators are at https://directory.walthamforest.gov.uk/kb5/walthamforest/directory/advice.page?id=SC2hSNlinIk

CALLING ALL FUTURE CHORISTERS

During Cathedral week at Norwich Cathedral, August 2019. Photo by Nicky Bamber Photography. +++ CALLING ALL FUTURE CHORISTERS +++ We invite boys aged 7 andover, who enjoy singing, to consider joining our excellent and famous choir. Membership costs nothing and offers tremendous educational opportunities helping with senior school and university entrance. In fact- we pay you for singing rewarding the seriousness of commitment to the choir. WATCH A SHORT VIDEO ABOUT CHOIR LIFE HERE Due in large part to our excellent reputation, we make radio and TV programmes, make professional recordings