What’s on
Weekly Activities & Services
We host a variety of services and activities each week. Always see the calendar below to check date/time.
MONDAY
8.45-10am - Friends of St Monica Coffee Morning (term time) - open to any families in Sholing. No need to book, just turn up and you’ll receive a warm welcome.
6-7pm - LBT with Elevate Fitness. To book, email elevatefitnessandmind@gmail.com
TUESDAY
10am-3pm - Food Bank. You will need a voucher issued by a partner agency (e.g., Citizens Advice, housing officers, schools, doctors or church).
6.30pm - 2nd Sholing Guides
WEDNESDAY
6-7pm - LBT with Elevate Fitness. To book, email elevatefitnessandmind@gmail.com
THURSDAY
10-11.30am Thursday Cuppa. Join us for tea, cake & activities.
6pm Choir Practice - new members always welcome.
7.15pm Church Band Practice
FRIDAY
11am-2pm - Willow Tree Community
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Private hire. Please contact the office for availability - office@sholing.church
SUNDAY SERVICES
Our Sunday Services vary in style - traditional, contemporary, and family-focused - so there's something to suit different ways of worshipping.
During our Heritage 160 building works, 8.30am services and 5pm Evensong are taking place in the Parish Hall (behind the church), 10am services are taking place at St Monica Primary School.
1ST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
8.30am Holy Communion Service Our early morning quiet and reflective service with no singing.
10am Communion Service with Striders for children Our traditional service with hymns and choir.
2ND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
8.30am Holy Communion Service Our early morning quiet and reflective service with no singing.
10am Morning Worship with Striders for children Our band leads singing and we focus on God’s words in the Bible.
3RD SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
8.30am Holy Communion Service Our early morning quiet and reflective service with no singing.
10am All Together Communion Service Our service where we worship together as a family of all ages
4TH SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
8.30am Holy Communion Service Our early morning quiet and reflective service with no singing.
10am Build Our service starts with sharing breakfast together and then is packed full of fun.
5TH SUNDAY OF MONTH
8.30am Holy Communion Service Our early morning quiet and reflective service with no singing.
10am No Service We engage in community service as individuals or as a group.
Special Events
Start Course
Curious about faith?
We’re really encouraged by the number of people who’ve already expressed interest in our Start! course – thank you! If you’re one of them, we’re looking forward to welcoming you soon.
Start! is a free, relaxed six-session course for anyone who’s curious about Christianity:
• What is Christianity all about?
• Who is Jesus and why does he matter?
• How can faith make a difference in everyday life?
Dates: 8, 15, 22 Feb & 1, 8, 15 March
Time: 2-4pm (includes coffee & cake)
Location: Parish Hall at St Mary’s Church, Sholing, 49 St Monica Road, Sholing SO19 8ES.
You don’t need any church background, Bible knowledge, or prior faith – this course is open to everyone, especially those who are just beginning to explore or ask questions.
Friendly, informal, and down-to-earth – with plenty of space to listen, reflect, and ask questions.
Booking is required.
To book your place, please email: office@sholing.church
Event Five
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Event Four
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Event Three
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Event Two
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Event One
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.