United Benefice of
St. Matthew, Haslington, St. Michael & All Angels Crewe Green, Christ Church Wheelock

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

As we continue our journey through Lent — a season of reflection, renewal, and grace — please find attached this week’s YWOW, together with the church notices below.

Passiontide and Holy Week Services

As we approach Passiontide and the great events of Holy Week, please find below the services taking place across the United Benefice. You are warmly invited to attend any of these services as we walk together through the story of Christ’s love.

Maundy Thursday – 2 April
4.00 pm – Stripping of the Altar at St Matthew’s Church, Haslington
7.00 pm – Last Supper and Stripping of the Altar at Christ Church, Wheelock

Good Friday – 3 April
10.00 am – An Hour at the Cross at St Matthew’s, Haslington
2.00 pm – An Hour at the Cross at Christ Church, Wheelock
7.00 pm – A Service of Shadows at Christ Church, Wheelock
(a quiet reflective service with readings and candles, as darkness falls at the crucifixion)

Easter Saturday – 4 April
2.00 pm – Easter Egg Hunt for all the family at St Michael & All Angels, Crewe Green

Easter Sunday – 5 April
Services of Holy Communion at the usual times in our parish churches as we celebrate the joy of the Resurrection.

Thanks for Preparing Our Churches

With gratitude we thank all those who have helped prepare our churches for this holy season — especially those who changed the hangings to the purple of Lent and those who created and arranged the displays. These quiet, faithful acts often go unseen, yet they gently shape our worship and remind us of the deeper rhythms of the Church’s life. Thank you for your care and generosity of service.

Lent Course – Draw Near

Our Lent course, Draw Near, has now begun at Christ Church, Wheelock. Each session stands alone, so you are very welcome to join at any point — whether for a single evening or for the remaining sessions.

Thursdays at 7.00 pm in the café area.Brunch Coffee Morning

St Michael & All Angels, Crewe Green will host its next Brunch Coffee Morning on Saturday (14 March) from 10.00 am until 12 noon.
Do come along if you are able — everyone is very welcome.

Prayer Breakfast

Our Prayer Breakfast will take place on 28 March 2026 at 10.00 am in St Matthew’s Church Hall. Thank you to all who help make this gathering possible and to those who come together in fellowship and prayer. Everyone is warmly invited.

Fifth Sunday – United Benefice Service

Please note that Sunday 29 March is a Fifth Sunday.
There will be a United Benefice Service at 10.30 am at St Matthew’s Church, Haslington.

There will be no services at St Michael & All Angels or Christ Church, Wheelock on that day, and everyone is warmly encouraged to come together as a benefice family.

Church Hall Renovation Grant

We are very pleased to share the good news that a grant of £19,500 from The National Lottery Community Fund has been awarded to support the renovation of our Church Hall. This will enable us to begin the work, starting with the replacement of the windows.

To celebrate this and to highlight the hall’s place in the life of our community, we will be holding a Village Hall Week, which will conclude with an Open Afternoon with tea and cake.

📅 Friday 20 March
🕑 2.00 – 3.00 pm

Please do save the date — it would be lovely to see many people there.

We will also be very grateful for help on the day and for contributions of cakes. If you feel able to help in any way, please speak to a member of the team.

With thanks to everyone who has worked so hard to make this possible, and for the continued support of our church and community.

With every blessing,

​Vicar Jane xx

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1st Sunday      St Matthew's        9:30am:  Holy Communion     (live streamed)

                        Christ Church      10:45am: Family Service         (live streamed)

                        St Michael's        11:00am:  Morning Prayer

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2nd Sunday    St Matthew's         9:30am:  Morning Prayer       (live streamed)

                       Christ Church      10:45am:  Morning Prayer       (live streamed)

                       St Michael's        11:00am:  Holy Communion

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3rd Sunday     St Matthew's        9:30am:  Holy Communion     (live streamed)

                       Christ Church     10:45am:  Family Communion  (live streamed)

                       St Michael's       11:00am:  Morning Prayer

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4th Sunday     St Matthew's       9:30am:  Morning Prayer        (live streamed)

                       Christ Church    10:45am:  Morning Prayer        (live streamed)

                       St Michael's      11:00am:  Holy Communion

                       Christ Church      4:30pm:  Evensong               (live streamed)          

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5th Sunday         10:30am: Joint Benefice Service

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​​Wednesday Holy Communion takes place at St Matthew's (BCP) at 10:45am

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