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Living the mystery of faith
Looking forward to 2027
Between 2026-2030 our Diocese is committed to Living the Mystery of Faith. The aim each year is to explore one of the four portraits of Jesus provided by the Gospel writers. This year, of course, the focus has been on St Matthew whose Feast Day is celebrated on 21 September each year. We enjoyed a Lent Course earlier in the year devised by The Revd Tom Robson and parishes have been reading and reflecting on Matthew’s Gospel throughout the year following the pattern of readings in the Lectionary.
In 2027, the focus will be on St Mark.On Advent Sunday we will be launching a year of Mark as we look forward to engaging with what is generally believed to be the first (and obviously shortest) Gospel. St Mark’s emphasis on Jesus as Son of God. inaugurating the Kingdom, is the heart of his euangelion (Gospel) which is the Good News. Bishop Ruth has written a Lent Book reflecting on St Mark to guide us through Lent 2027: Come Away With Me: A retreat with Jesus for busy people.(Publisher IVP) It is described as “a countercultural invitation to step away from the busyness of life to rediscover the endlessly compelling person of Jesus.”
Reflecting on six key moments from Mark’s Gospel, Bishop Ruth offers a fresh vision of the cosmic, eternal, and divine nature of Christ. It is designed to be read anywhere, whether on a crowded train or in a contemplative moment in the sun and invites us to take Jesus’ invitation to “come away” seriously.It will also form the backdrop to a series of Lent gatherings which will be available online and in which parishes, chaplaincies and individuals will be able to share. Details of how to order copies of the book (proceeds to go to charity), share in the Lent Course plus information about other resources and ideas will be shared later this month.
Six Lent gatherings hosted in various parts of the diocese, each attended by Bishop Ruth, will be live streamed so that any parish groups or individuals can attend in person or, more likely, attend the one gathering nearest to them and then watch the others on live stream or on video another night of the week. This is all part of our diocese’s commitment to growth which is rooted in prayer for the ongoing renewal of ministry for mission. In a changing world and church, we remain rooted in our inheritance and the heartbeat of faith through the Prayer of St Richard to know, love and follow Jesus day by day.ype your paragraph here
In response to ‘From Lament to Action’
To begin a process of reflection and action, read the report of the Archbishops’ Commission for Racial Justice and the resources by clicking here.
Welcome to the parish church of St Michael in Lewes in the Diocese of Chichester which has been a place of worship and prayer for over 800 years. We are a small, friendly and inclusive town-centre congregation and you would be most welcome to join us. We also host regular concerts and other events, details of which can be found here at Music.
The Eucharist, celebrated in the Anglo-Catholic tradition each Sunday at 10.30am, supported by our newly restored organ, is at the centre of our life. Wheelchair access is possible. Ask us and we can provide a ramp for the single step.
The Eucharist is also celebrated on Thursdays at 10 am, Night Prayer (Compline) is regularly sung, and there is a meditation group (please refer to Resources). You can find details of forthcoming feasts and special services under Services.
St Michael’s is the only remaining church within the walls of the ancient county town of Lewes. It is of historic and architectural interest and has been decorated over the centuries to inspire and uplift all those who visit. It has spectacular views of the castle from the churchyard.
If you would like us to accompany you in your prayer and include an intercession at one of our services, please use the Contact page. You can also use this page to contact a priest.
