Our churches
We would love to welcome all into our churches across the benefice and to prepare a place that you and your family feel wanted, safe and, most importantly, found. Take a look at our monthly service listing and join us at one of our services on offer.
Monthly Coffee Mornings
Coffee mornings are usually held on the first Monday of the month at 10am in St. Matthew’s, Otterbourne church room. Tea, coffee, cake and biscuits will be on offer with donations benefiting a local charity.Drop in for as little or as long as you can.
Otterbourne Question Time
You are invited to St. Matthew’s Church, Otterbourne on Saturday 9th May at 7.30 pm for a light-hearted ‘Question Time’ with a local celebrated panel. There will be wine and cheese, and there is no charge. However, a donation plate will be available! It should be an enjoyable evening.
All Saints’, Hursley APCM
The annual meeting will take place on Sunday 26th April at 11 am following the Family Communion service. There will be a ‘Bring and Share’ lunch after the meeting, giving everyone an opportunity to catch up with or meet new friends.
Upcoming dates for your diary
We have a number of events and social occasions being planned across the benefice. Details of the events will follow: Otterbourne Summer Festival – 28th June; Hursley Fete 20th June; Compton Flower Festival – 27th June If you would like to volunteer to help on the day at any of these events, the relevant planning […]
Story Shop
Our next Story Shop will take place on Sunday 26th April at 4 pm. We will gather at All Saints’, Compton with cookies and a drink. Everyone will receive a warm welcome.
Seated Yoga
Starting on Tuesday 14th April, Vikki will be taking seated yoga classes in St. Matthew’s church room, Otterbourne. Classes will take place every Tuesday between 1-2 pm, If you would like to attend or like to know more, please email Vikki on vinyasawithvikki@gmail.com. Everyone is welcome. Why not get fit while you sit?
Easter Fun Day
Come and join our Easter Fun Day on Saturday 11th April between 10 am – 1 pm at St. Matthew’s Church, Otterbourne. There will be games, crafts, face painting, tombolas and a raffle as well as refreshments. Also, brand new this year, there will be a Teddy Bear’s Picnic Trail around The Cranbury Estate starting […]
Teddy Bears’ Picnic
A Teddy Bears’ Picnic trail will be held at The Cranbury Estate in Otterbourne on 11th April. The gates open at 9.30 am for families. This will be a lovely event with a chance to enjoy the outdoors together. More details to follow.
Holy Week Services
On Maunday Thursday, 2nd April, there will be a service at All Saints’, Compton at 11 am, including the traditional foot washing and a simple shared lunch, followed by an evening service at St. Matthew’s, Otterbourne at 7.30 pm. We begin Good Friday with a gathering at the Wayside Cross on Shawford Down, followed by […]
Oasis Christian Centre, Romsey
Oasis Christian Centre is a charity-run business that has operated in Romsey since 1984. It sells a wide range of second-hand books, Bibles, cards, stationery, and much more. This year, Oasis is holding its first ever Easter Egg Hunt. Drop in with your primary school aged children during the Easter school holidays, hunt for eggs, […]
Mothering Sunday
There will be Family services in all three churches to celebrate Mothering Sunday on 15th March. Everyone is welcome to come along and we look forward to seeing you. Please take a look at our ‘Services’ page for timings.
Mid week Services
In addition to our Wednesday morning 11 am BCP Morning Communion service at All Saints’ Church, Compton, there will now be an 11 am mid week Communion service at St. Matthew’s church, Otterbourne. During Lent, the services in both churches will be followed by a light lunch and bible study as we look at Pilgrimage.
Storyshop
Why not come to share in our Story time for families and children? This monthly gathering takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month at All Saints’ Church, Compton at 4 pm. You will be warmly welcomed as we share stories and faith, complete with hot chocolate, a cookie and plenty of fun.
Easter Fun Day
This year we will be holding our funday at St. Matthew’s, Otterbourne, with an Easter Trail around Cranberry Estate. This will take place on Saturday 11th April. Further details to follow.
Pancake Party
Pancake Day celebrations arrive early this year, with a Pancake Party at All Saints’ Church, Compton on 17 February at 3 pm. Come and ‘flip out’ with us as we enjoy a time of laughter, treats and community. We look forward to seeing you.
Ashings
All Saints’ Church, Compton, will hold a traditional BCP Communion service with the Imposition of Ashes at 11 am on Wednesday 18th February. This will be followed by a soup lunch at 12 noon and a showing of the film ‘The Way’. This reflective and moving film will also form part of our Lent Lunches […]
Christingle for Candlemas
We will hold a Christingle at St. Matthew’s, Otterbourne on 1st February at 6 pm for Candlemas. Come and let the light shine!
Welcome to Storyshop
On Sunday 25th January at 4 pm, we are inviting families to come to All Saints’ church, Compton and join a family-friendly gathering where children (and grown ups!) can unwind snuggle in and hear a bedtime story. Come just as you are – ready for bed is absolutely encouraged. Children can bring their favourite pillow, […]
Shrove Tuesday
Our children and young families are warmly invited to join us for a joyful Pancake Day gathering on Tuesday 17th February, with stories, crafts, and a great deal of floury enthusiasm. We will be gathering in Compton church, Compton Street. Further details to follow shortly.
Appeal from Knit ‘n’ Natter for Ukraine
There is an urgent appeal for hand knitted items for men and women to be donated to our local Knit ‘n’ Natter group. If you are able to give any help, donate or for more information, please contact either Gill in Otterbourne or Dawn, our Administrator. Many thanks
Jigsaw and Boardgame festival
We are looking for donations of board games and jigsaw puzzles for our festival to be held on 14th February at St. Matthew’s, Otterbourne. Please place any donations on the pew closest to the South door in the church. Thank you.