St Peter, Balsall Common

St Peter's stands on the south-west edge of the growing 'village' of Balsall Common, but aspires to be at the heart of the community and to bring the message of Christ to all who live nearby. It combines a tradition of 'high church' observance with recognition of modern needs and a desire to reach out to all who need Christ. Recently, youth work has developed, in partnership with nearby parish churches in Barston (St Swithins) and Hampton in Arden (St Mary & St Bartholomew) and there are also activities for all ages, including 'mother and toddlers' and older people. We have a very active social programme and welcome visitors and newcomers! An active programme of evangelistic activity is getting underway.....

Built: 1871
Architect: UNKNOWN
Style of worship: Serving a local community through both evangelical and traditional approaches

View our full Calendar of services and events

Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell

Holy Communion

A Said Eucharist every Sunday morning at 8.00 am, following the BCP
Every Sunday at 8:00 AM for ½ hour

Our Main Service

A sung Eucharist open to all is held most Sundays - unless we are having a Family Eucharist - which is even more open but may be less traditional; or a joint service with our partners in the local Methodist church - which is also very open but may be even less traditional! All our main services are followed by 'refreshments' in the Hall.
Every first second fourth and fifth Sunday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour

Family Service

Suitable for families with young children, the worship lasts about 45 minutes, followed by refreshments. This is not a Communion service.
Every third Sunday at 10:00 AM for ¾ hour

Holy Communion

Follows the Monthly 'Family Service' and provides a short, quiet service which may be suitable also for those seeking a shorter, more reflective or later opportunity to take Communion
Dates may vary when there are 'special events' in the month. every third Sunday at 11:15 AM for ½ hour

Choral Evensong

A monthly celebration of Evensong with choir and organ
Usually held on the first Sunday of each Month every first Sunday at 6:00 PM for 1 hour

"Substance" (formerly known as 'Relevant')

An occasional 'alternative worship' event shared by the three churches of our local cluster group led by the youth team and young people, many of whom contribute in music and testimony.
Occasional - Future planned dates include: Autumn dates to be agreed (Moving back to Sundays) Sunday at 7:00 PM for 1 hour

Sunday

4Real
Youth Activity for the 11-15 age-group, with games, Bible study, fun and learning.
Starts with hot chocolate or other refreshments (coffee is also available!) every first and third Sunday at 5:30 PM for 2 hours

FFWD
An opportunity for older teenagers (16+) to explore Christian Living, with the Bible and some shared food and games; Fun, Fellowship, Worship and Discipleship (FFWD!)
At St Peter's Hall: starts with 'puddings'! every first and third Sunday at 8:00 PM for 1½ hours

Monday

Morning Prayer
Come and join our Vicar to pray for the day ahead.
Every Weekday Monday at 7:45 AM for ¼ hour

Tuesday

Morning Prayer
Come and join our Vicar to pray for the day ahead.
Every Weekday Tuesday at 7:45 AM for ¼ hour

'Men and God'
The group meets in the church and uses the time in exploring the turns and pitfalls of men's spiritual journeys - all men are welcome to join, for one or more meetings.
Check the weekly newsletter on Sunday! every Tuesday at 9:15 AM for 1 hour

Wednesday

Morning Prayer
Come and join our Vicar to pray for the day ahead.
Every Weekday Wednesday at 7:45 AM for ¼ hour

Holy Communion
Holy Communion (using Common Worship) - followed by Study Group in the Baptistry
Every Wednesday at 9:30 AM for ½ hour

House Groups
A number of groups meet as 'house groups'. There are occasional Bible study meetings and a prayer group, but the most regular occur on Wednesdays - one in the morning (at the church in the Baptistry, at 10.00 am) and one in the evening ("Exploring Faith"), usually at Templars Cottage, at 7.45 pm. All are welcome and no preparation is required!
And every Wednesday at 10.00 following Communion - all welcome. every Wednesday at 7:45 PM for 1½ hours

Thursday

Morning Prayer
Come and join our Vicar to pray for the day ahead.
Every Weekday Thursday at 7:45 AM for ¼ hour

Friday

Morning Prayer
Come and join our Vicar to pray for the day ahead.
Every Weekday Friday at 7:45 AM for ¼ hour

Play and Stay
A chance for Mums and pre-school children to get together for creative activity and self-help support in a church-based environment. There are toys, refreshments and a programme of planned activities (and some unplanned) !
Term Time only: closed at half-terms every Friday at 1:30 PM for 1½ hours

Saturday

Garden Upkeep
We welcome all volunteers to help keep the Church gardens and grounds looking their best - no skill or training required. Meets during the summer on the first Saturday of every month - Ring Terry for more information (532085)
May be suspended or alter in bad weather and winter every first Saturday at 10:00 AM for 1 hour

"Substance" (formerly known as 'Relevant')
An occasional 'alternative worship' event shared by the three churches of our local cluster group led by the youth team and young people, many of whom contribute in music and testimony.
Occasional - Future planned dates include: Autumn dates to be agreed (Moving back to Sundays) Saturday at 7:00 PM for 1 hour

Substance

An occasional 'youth-friendly' service held jointly in rotation by the three churches of our Cluster group. The youth Band will play and there are refreshments! Today's service will be at St Peter's Balsall Common

Sunday 30th November 2008 at 6:30 PM for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Burns Night

The ever-popular annual celebration of the life of Rabbie Burns, with a Scottish theme. Tickets £12.50 but sell out very quickly!

Saturday 31st January 2009 at 7:00 PM for 3 hours

Our Location:
Holly Lane & Balsall Street East
Near Heart of England Secondary School (Gipsy Lane)
Balsall Common
West Midlands
CV7 7EA

Contact:
Revd Peter Thomas
St Peter's House
Holly Lane
Balsall Common
Coventry CV7 7EA
Tel: 01676 532721