Upcoming events

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital Songs of Earth and Air, and Water - Voice and piano duo: Lucinda Cox, soprano, and Tom Jesty, piano
Our eighth Free Friday Lunchtime Recital of 2025 will take place on Friday 15 August at 1:15pm
Lucinda and Tom will present a programme drawn from the vast repertory of songs inspired by nature and the sky. They will perform texts about nightingales, blackbirds, swallows, and the stars. You will also hear songs addressed to daisies and daffodils, songs describing gardeners and roses, and depictions of the blustery outdoors. The composers represented include Maude Valerie White, Caroline Maude and Amy Beach, as well as Benjamin Britten, Michael Head, and living composers James Ottaway and Piers Connor Kennedy.

Colossians and Croissants
Join on us on Sunday 17 August from 9:15am - 10am for Colossians and Croissants.
As a church we are reading Paul's letter to the Colossians this summer. For those who want to go deeper, Freya will be offering some resources for how we think about the household codes in Colossians 3. One session will focus on slavery in Colossians and the other on the role of women. Sign ups necessary - please email Freya at freya.bradley@stmaryislington.org or speak to Freya for more information or to sign up.
The next date is Sunday 31 August.

11am Holy Communion
9th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Colossians 3:5-17; Luke 12:49-56

Band Jam
On 21 August, we will have a Band Jam from 6:15-7:15 in the Johnston Room in the Neighbourhood Centre. This will be a chance for us to learn new songs, enjoy familiar ones, and to try out harmonies to use in the services. The evening is open to all regardless of experience or ability. Please email Tom at tom.jesty@stmaryislington.org if you are planning to attend.

11am Morning Worship
10th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Freya Bradley
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: Colossians 2:6-7; Luke 13:18-21

Colossians and Croissants
Join on us on Sunday 31 August from 9:15am - 10am for Colossians and Croissants.
As a church we are reading Paul's letter to the Colossians this summer. For those who want to go deeper, Freya will be offering some resources for how we think about the household codes in Colossians 3. One session will focus on slavery in Colossians and the other on the role of women. Sign ups necessary - please email Freya at freya.bradley@stmaryislington.org or speak to Freya for more information or to sign up.

11am Healing Service
11th Sunday after Trinity
Leading the service: TBC
Preaching: Mike Bartholomew Biggs
Readings: Colossians 4:2-18; Luke 13:10-17


11am Holy Communion
12th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: TBC
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The eighth meet-up is Sunday 7 September. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

St Mary's Festival: Family fun day
You are invited to our St Mary’s Festival family fun day.
It’s free. Bring your family, friends and neighbours.

9am BCP Holy Communion
13th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: Sarah Fagg
Readings: TBC

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

11am Morning Worship
13th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Ian Mylam
Preaching: Sarah Fagg
Readings: TBC

St Mary’s Festival: Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our free concert will take place during St Mary’s Festival, on Friday 19 September 2025: Performers to be announced soon
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts will take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.
The concerts are free and you do not need a ticket.
Dates for the next few concerts are: 17 October and 21 November
Free Friday Lunchtime Recitals at St Mary’s have been made possible by a generous legacy left by Denise Antenen.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.


11am Holy Communion
14th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: creationtide

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

St Mary's Festival: Style and Substance: Debate fashion, justice and hope for a better world
Hear from a panel of Christians working in fashion on how their faith shapes their work and outlook on the fashion industry. We'll explore how fashion with faith can be a vehicle for justice, ethics, and sustainability — and how personal and collective values can shape a more hopeful future for the industry and the planet.

St Mary's Festival: The Music and Poetry of Fire
This event is free and you do not need a ticket.
Refreshments will be provided.
Come and be immersed in performances and readings capturing the essence of water.

9am Holy Communion
15th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Freya Bradley
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: TBC April Keech
Readings: TBC

11am Morning Worship
15th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Freya Bradley
Preaching: April Keech
Readings: TBC


St Mary’s Festival: St Mary's Reuse and Repair Fair
St Mary’s Festival will host a Reuse and Repair Fair


11am Holy Communion
16th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: TBC
Presiding: TBC
Preaching:
Readings: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The nineth meet-up is Sunday 5 October. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.


Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

9am BCP Holy Communion
17th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: TBC
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: TBC
Readings: TBC

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.


Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our tenth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 17 October: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.


11am Holy Communion
18th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: TBC
Presiding: TBC
Preaching: TBC
Readings: TBC

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC


9am Holy Communion
19th Sunday after Trinity
Leading and Presiding: TBC
Preaching: TBC
Readings: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The tenth meet-up is Sunday 2 November. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our eleventh free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 21 November: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The last meet-up of 2025 is Sunday 7 December It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our twelfth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 19 December: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

11am Morning Worship
8th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Ian Mylam
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: Colossians 2:20-3:4; Luke 12:32-40

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The seventh meet-up is Sunday 3 August. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

11am Holy Communion
7th Sunday after Trinity
Leading and Presiding: Freya Bradley
Preaching: Ian Mylam
Readings: Colossians 2:8-19; Luke 12:13-21

11am Morning Worship
6th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Colossians 1:24-2:5; Luke 11:1-13

9am Holy Communion
6th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Colossians 1:24-2:5; Luke 11:1-13

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

11am Holy Communion
5th Sunday after Trinity
Leading and Presiding : Freya Bradley
Preaching: Ian Mylam
Readings: Colossians 1:15-23; Luke 10:38-end

9am Morning Worship
5th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Ian Mylam
Preaching: Ian Mylam
Readings: Colossians 1:15-23; Luke 10:38-end

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital: Songs to Remember - Music by Schubert and British folk songs
Our seventh Free Friday Lunchtime Recital of 2025 will take place on Friday 18 July.
In this concert Francis Bushell and Thomas Siemens will explore the theme of remembrance by placing Songs by Franz Schubert next to British folk songs. Francis will play the bassoon and will be accompanied by Thomas on the guitar.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

11am Morning Worship with Baptism
4th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: Colossians 1:1-14; Luke 10:25-37

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

9am BCP Holy Communion
4th Sunday after Trinity
Leading: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: Colossians 1:1-14; Luke 10:25-37

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The sixth meet-up is Sunday 6 July. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

11am Holy Communion
3rd Sunday after Trinity
Leading and Presiding: Freya Bradley
Preaching: Mike Bartholomew-Biggs
Readings: Luke 10:1-11,16; Galatians 6:1-16

9am Morning Worship
3rd Sunday after Trinity
Leading: Freya Bradley
Preaching: Mike Bartholomew-Biggs
Readings: Luke 10:1-11,16; Galatians 6:1-16

Messy Church
Craft, games, Bible stories, refreshments and much more.
Come and get your hands dirty with Janis, our Children and Families Minister.
Click here to sign up for your free space - first come first served, limited spaces.
All ages welcome.

11am Healing Service
2nd Sunday after Trinity
Leading the service: Freya Bradley
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Luke 9:51-end' Galatians 5.1, 13-25

9am Morning Worship
2nd Sunday after Trinity
Leading the service: James Hughesdon
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Luke 9:51-end' Galatians 5.1, 13-25

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.
St Mary’s Church Gardening Group
The St Mary’s Gardens group will meet from 10am - noon. Come and join us to dig, weed and plant at the circular rose garden.

Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus at St Mary's
Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus:
How do we read Scripture in the age of scrolling and skimming?
Find out how to engage Scripture with Nick and Ronnie as they lead another Practising the Way course on Wednesday evenings in June.

11am Holy Communion with confirmations
1st Sunday after Trinity
Leading and Preaching: Bishop Joanne
Readings: Luke 8:26-39; Galatians 3:23-end
Free Friday Lunchtime Recital: The Power of Art and Nature
Our sixth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 20 June: The Power of Art and Nature
We are delighted to welcome Pianist Margalida Moll Salord for a lunchtime recital.
The concert will embark on a romantic musical journey, delving into the works of Schumann, Chopin, and Granados. The programme that we will hear will explore the big influence that Frederick Chopin and Robert Schumann had on the Spanish composer Enrique Granados. The pieces will present a constant alteration of emotions, brought to life through richly coloured harmonies, technical complexity, emotional depth, and poetic phrasing characteristic of the romantic period.
Free on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus at St Mary's
Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus:
How do we read Scripture in the age of scrolling and skimming?
Find out how to engage Scripture with Nick and Ronnie as they lead another Practising the Way course on Wednesday evenings in June.
The next date is 25 June.

11am Holy Communion
Trinity Sunday
Leading and presiding: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Freya Bradley
Readings: John 16:12-15; Romans 5:1-5


Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus at St Mary's
Practising the Way Course, Scripture Focus:
How do we read Scripture in the age of scrolling and skimming?
Find out how to engage Scripture with Nick and Ronnie as they lead another Practising the Way course on Wednesday evenings in June.
The next few dates are 18 and 25 June.

St Mary’s Hosts Stepney@Prayer
St Mary’s Hosts Stepney@Prayer
Refreshments will be served from 6.30pm. Event starts at 7pm.