Get involved
There are lots of ways to be part of church life, and you'd be very welcome in any of them. No experience needed.
Choir
Wednesdays, 6pm, St Bartholomew's
Sing hymns and choral music through the church year. All ages and voices welcome, and we're happy to teach.
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Bellringing
Tuesdays, 7.30pm, St Bartholomew's tower
Keep a centuries-old tradition alive. Beginners welcome, and training is provided.
Find out more →Sidespeople & welcome team
Our sidespeople are a really important part of our church: for many new people, they're the first face of the church they meet. They welcome everyone at the door, hand out books and service sheets, help newcomers feel at home and find their way, and take the collection. If you're friendly and like meeting people, this is for you, and you can join the rota as often or as rarely as suits you.
Contact the Rector to join the welcome team.
Readers
Reading the Bible aloud in services helps everyone hear God's word. If you'd be happy to read now and then, we'd love to add you to the rota. You'll get the readings in advance, so you can prepare.
Contact the Rector to join the rota.
3Cs: Coffee, Cake & Chat
Mondays, 10am–12 noon, St Bartholomew's
Our weekly get-together in church. Drop in for a cup of coffee, a slice of cake and a chat with friends old and new. Everyone welcome, no need to book.
Pastoral visiting team
Our pastoral team visits people at home and in care homes, offering friendship, a listening ear and prayer. If you'd like a visit, for yourself or someone you know, please get in touch. We'd also love to hear from you if you'd like to join the team. Training is provided.
House groups
Burwash: Mondays, 7.30–9pm
Small groups meet in people's homes to read the Bible, pray and talk about faith together. They're a great way to grow in faith and get to know people, whether you're new to it or have been coming for years.
Contact the Rector to check this term's schedule.
Toddler groups
Mon 11am, Parker Hall, Etchingham · Tue 10am, Swan Meadow Pavilion, Burwash · Thu 10.30am, Burwash Common Pavilion
Friendly groups for babies, toddlers and their parents, grandparents and carers: play, songs, a cuppa and a chat. Just come along. Groups are sometimes cancelled, so please check the calendar or Facebook first.
Would you like to help? Get in touch.