Five lovely Suffolk churches in the West of the County and situated just a short distance from Bury St Edmunds
Serving our communities and sharing God’s love and generosity
Welcome to the Barrow Benefice
Thank you for visiting our website. Whether you are considering coming to church for the first time, returning after some time away, new to the area, visiting, exploring the Christian faith, or simply looking around, you are very welcome.
Our Churches
Our benefice is home to five beautiful Suffolk churches, each with its own character and a history stretching back more than 1,000 years. Lovingly cared for by their parish communities, they are kept for today and for future generations. Our churches are open each day, offering space for rest and reflection, prayer, and the opportunity to learn more about our work and our worshipping family in Christ.
Worship and Services
Our services follow a rota across the benefice. There are usually at least three Holy Communion services each Sunday morning; please check the monthly service list for details. We also hold a short Holy Communion service in Barrow on Wednesdays at 9.30am and Evening Prayer by Zoom on Thursdays at 5.00pm.
Other services include Sunday @ 4, family celebrations, Songs of Praise, a pet service, Taizé worship and family services. We also welcome enquiries about baptisms (christenings) and weddings. Children and families are always welcome, and our churches provide safe spaces where children can play.
Serving Our Community
We are committed to serving our community, including providing food and other practical help for people who need additional support. On the first Saturday of each month, we hold a community Big Breakfast. Through these activities, we seek to share the love of Christ with our neighbours and to reach out with generosity.
We Are Here for You
We are here for you. If you feel lonely, would value a conversation or prayer, or need additional support, please get in touch. If you would like to become part of the church family, you will receive a warm welcome.
We hope you find what you are looking for on this website. Please contact us if you would like any further information.
With every blessing
The Rev’d Nicola Grieves
Reaching out in Love
If you or someone you know needs pastoral or spiritual support, please let us know by contacting
The Rev’d Nicola Grieves
Email: revnicolagrieves@gmail.com
Telephone: 07515 721172
OUTREACH
The Barrow Benefice has a history of outreach. From coffee mornings to supporting charities such as Water Aid, Tearfund, the Children’s Society, EACH and St Nicholas Hospice Care and Tayfen House. Find out about Pub Church and our Big Breakfast together with our Community Pantry, A Hardship Fund, Warm Rooms and a Microwave & Slow Cooker Project
ECO CHURCH
What our benefice is doing to help save the planet
One of our many challenges, as members of Eco church, is to limit our waste by adhering to the principles of reduce, re-use, recycle – sometimes referred to as the ‘Three Rs’ of recycling. Find out more how you can get involved and how we can all help to save our planet
OUR SERVICES
Our services take part over the five churches that make up our Benefice and you will be made very welcome. We also hold special services such as a Pet Service and of course at times such as Harvest Festival. Please take a look here at our Services for more information.
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UPCOMING SPECIAL SERVICES & EVENTS
A Season for Everything
Growing, Gathering and Giving Thanks
Journeys
A Summer Thought
A Father’s Love
May’s Gentle Call
Easter!
A Glimpse of Glory
Spring – A Journey through Lent
ECO CHURCH NEWS: No 180 Becoming a net zero carbon church
ECO CHURCH NEWS No 179 House Sparrows Need Our Help
ECO CHURCH NEWS: No 178 Keep them clean
We produce an informative colour newsletter every Saturday – full of events, notices, prayers and details of the Bible readings for the forthcoming Sunday. Please do let us know if you would like to receive a copy.