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Resources / Links
This area contains links to other websites of churches and organisations that we have a close relationship with as a church or that we find as useful resources for 21st century Christian living. We have also provided you with information you may need if you wish to plan a baptism, wedding or funeral at St.Mary's.
Useful Websites
Action by Christians Against Torture
Alpha Course or Christianity Explored
Find out where there's either of these two courses running in your area.
Bible Society
An advocate for the Bible in contemporary cultures, resourcing and influencing those who shape society and making the Bible heard by all.
Christian Aid
Working through local organisations to challenge the causes of poverty and making change happen.
The Christian Bookshop
Offering the widest selection of Christian Books from the World's most distinguished Christian publishers. Pratts Bottom, near Orpington shop.
The Children's Society
This worth while charity is supported by the parish and the highlight of its year is at the annual Christingle services held held on Christmas Eve annually at St.Mary's.
Christian Enquiry Agency
The Christian Enquiry Agency provides information for people who want to find out about the Christian faith and its founder Jesus Christ. It does not just give a version of Christianity adhered to by one particular group of Christians ('denomination' or 'tradition'). Instead it attempts to explain and explore what Christians of all kinds believe.
Diocese of Rochester - Monthly E-Newsletter
Churches together in Sevenoaks and District (CTSD)
Click on their 'Ministries' tab to see all the social action that is undertaken by Churches together.
A Church Near You
Enter a location and find the nearest church. Details of each church include a map of the ecclesiastical parish boundary.
Fellowship Finders
Helps young people moving in to new area within UK or Ireland to get involved in a church or fellowship.
Jesus and Me (JAM)
An on-line Advent calendar, and other Christian resources, suitable for children.
Operation Noah
An ecumenical Christian charity providing leadership, focus and inspiration in response to the growing threat of catastrophic climate change.
Parish Councils
Dunton Green
Riverhead
Planning a Wedding
A practical resource for planning your church wedding.
Prayer
Thy Kingdom
Just Pray
Prayerline (Note: not presently operational)
Anxious? In pain? Facing a crisis? Call PRAYERLINE on 01959 561388. A local service operates whereby Christian volunteers are ready to pray for you today - and every day. There is absolute confidentiality, and nothing to pay, except the cost of your phone call.
Sevenoaks Area Youth Trust (SAYT)
Sevenoaks Christian School (Trinity School Sevenoaks)
Spring Harvest
An inter-denominational Christian organization which provides a range of events, conferences, courses and resources.
Tearfund
A Christian relief and development agency working with a global network of local churches to help eradicate poverty.
War Memorial, Riverhead
Website with researched details of those people whose names are listed:
www.wwwriverheadmemorial.com/
West Kent Debt Advice
WKDA is a free, confidential, money advice charity supported by churches from across West Kent, as well as Charitable Trusts and Housing Associations. Telephone: 01732 300425
Resources / Links
This area contains links to other websites of churches and organisations that we have a close relationship with as a church or that we find as useful resources for 21st century Christian living. We have also provided you with information you may need if you wish to plan a baptism, wedding or funeral at St.Mary's.
Useful Websites
Action by Christians Against Torture
Alpha Course or Christianity Explored
Find out where there's either of these two courses running in your area.
Bible Society
An advocate for the Bible in contemporary cultures, resourcing and influencing those who shape society and making the Bible heard by all.
Christian Aid
Working through local organisations to challenge the causes of poverty and making change happen.
This worth while charity is supported by the parish and the highlight of its year is at the annual Christingle services held held on Christmas Eve annually at St.Mary's.
Christian Enquiry Agency
The Christian Enquiry Agency provides information for people who want to find out about the Christian faith and its founder Jesus Christ. It does not just give a version of Christianity adhered to by one particular group of Christians ('denomination' or 'tradition'). Instead it attempts to explain and explore what Christians of all kinds believe.
Diocese of Rochester - Monthly E-Newsletter
Churches together in Sevenoaks and District (CTSD)
Click on their 'Ministries' tab to see all the social action that is undertaken by Churches together.
A Church Near You
Enter a location and find the nearest church. Details of each church include a map of the ecclesiastical parish boundary.
Fellowship Finders
Helps young people moving in to new area within UK or Ireland to get involved in a church or fellowship.
Jesus and Me (JAM)
An on-line Advent calendar, and other Christian resources, suitable for children.
Operation Noah
An ecumenical Christian charity providing leadership, focus and inspiration in response to the growing threat of catastrophic climate change.
Parish Councils
Dunton Green
Riverhead
Planning a Wedding
A practical resource for planning your church wedding.
Prayer
Thy Kingdom
Just Pray
Sevenoaks Area Youth Trust (SAYT)
Sevenoaks Christian School (Trinity School Sevenoaks)
Spring Harvest
An inter-denominational Christian organization which provides a range of events, conferences, courses and resources.
Tearfund
A Christian relief and development agency working with a global network of local churches to help eradicate poverty.
War Memorial, Riverhead
Website with researched details of those people whose names are listed.
West Kent Debt Advice
WKDA is a free, confidential, money advice charity supported by churches from across West Kent, as well as Charitable Trusts and Housing Associations. Telephone: 01732 300425
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Church Hall & Bookings
Our Church Hall is used by the Church on a regular basis by our groups and after-service activities. However it is also available for hire for parties, meetings and classes. Please note that the hall is not generally available for hire on Sundays.
The hall is equipped with chairs, tables and other facilities include toilets, a disabled toilet with baby changing table.
There is ample free parking. Our rates are £25 per hour on weekdays and Saturdays. Long term bookings are welcomed and negotiated rates are available if booking on a regular basis.
Our hall is very suitable for family and children's parties but please note that, out of consideration for our neighbours, we are unable to offer the hall for discos, karaoke or any events involving amplified and loud music. Further details can be found on the booking letter you will receive when confirming your booking.
You can see some additional photographs by following this link.
For more information about hiring the Church Hall for your event, please use the contact details on the contact page
To download a booking form please use the links below:
Hall bookings for a one off event - Please click here.
Hall bookings for a regular event - Please click here.
Activities & Groups
As a church, we offer many various activities that suit all age groups. This can range from Bible Study Groups for the adults to our groups for children.
We see these activities as a good way of establishing a presence within the community - something which is very important for any church. Over the years they have become increasingly popular, with more and more people sending their children to them, or the parents coming themselves.
You can explore the variety of activities we offer, with essential details and contact information by clicking on the links on the left under the "Church Groups" menu.
Services
Details of our general services can be found listed below.
Please see the "Calendar" page or "Latest Events" to the right for weekly service information.
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BCP Holy Communion at St. Mary's each Sunday morning. |
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Holy Communion at St. Mary's on 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays of each month. During Term Time our Sunday Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. The Children start in Church and return in time for blessing with their parents during Communion. |
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All-Age Worship Service on 1st Sunday of each month. A service designed for all ages. |
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Morning Prayer on 3rd Sunday of each month. |
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The Gathering The Gathering meets at Dunton Green Primary School at 2:45pm on Sunday afternoons. There is a short service with children’s activities followed by refreshments afterwards. You would be most welcome to join this service.
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A Midweek Service at Dunton Green Village Hall on most Thursdays, but not on the 3rd Thursday of the month. 1st Thursday is Morning Prayer 2nd and 4th Thursday is Holy communion. |
Services (2) - old
Details of our general services can be found listed below.
Please see the "Calendar" page or "Latest Events" to the right for weekly service information.
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Holy Communion at St. Mary's each Sunday morning. |
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9.30am |
Parish Eucharist at St. Mary's each Sunday morning. Family Eucharist encompassing Sunday School for Primary School children who return in time for blessing with their parents. |
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Family Service 1st Sunday of each month. Especially designed to appeal to the younger congregation. |
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Tuesday |
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9:00am |
Morning Prayer at St. Mary's |
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Wednesday |
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9:00am |
Morning Prayer at St. Mary's |
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10.30am |
1662 said Communion, quiet and contemplative - celebrated at St. Mary's |
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Thursday |
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9:00am |
Morning Prayer at St. Mary's |
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11.00am |
Holy Communion at Dunton Green Village Hall on most Thursdays, but not on 3rd Thursday |
Please note: The Vicar's day off is Friday.
Services (3) - old
Details of our general services can be found listed below.
Please see the "Calendar" page or "Latest Events" to the right for weekly service information.
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Sunday |
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8.00am |
Holy Communion at St. Mary's each Sunday morning. |
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9.30am |
Parish Eucharist at St. Mary's each Sunday morning. Family Eucharist encompassing Sunday School for Primary School children who return in time for blessing with their parents. |
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Family Service 1st Sunday of each month. Especially designed to appeal to the younger congregation. |
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11.00am |
Midweek Holy Communion at Dunton Green Village Hall on most Thursdays, but not on the 3rd Thursday of the month |
Please note: The Vicar's day off is Friday.
Notice Sheets & Events
News and Events information can be found in either the weekly Notice Sheet and/or the Calendar; which are the next sub-menu items.
A summary list of dates of Notable Church Services and Events for 2019 can be viewed via this link.
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About the Parish
Welcome from the church of St Mary the Virgin Riverhead in the parish of Riverhead with Dunton Green.
As of 1 December 2019, we are part of the West Sevenoaks Team Ministry, working alongside St.Luke's, Sevenoaks and St.Mary's, Kippington.
St Mary’s church was first consecrated in 1831 and ever since then Christian worship has been offered week by week and often day by day, the building being an expression of our faith in God’s presence with us in and through all things. Over the years many people have used it as the setting for the great events, celebrations and dramas in life from birth to death and this continues today.
As an active part of the Christian community in the Sevenoaks area today we seek to be a worshipping witnessing people, faithful in our life of prayer and service, serving the needs of our community of whatever creed or of none. Sunday worship is at the heart of our journey, or perhaps a better word pilgrimage, through life – we join together to be fed and encouraged and the worship enriches and enables us to ‘love and serve the Lord’.
From this worship there grow other activities which include such things as study groups, work with children and young people, pastoral care, and, of course, social events. We are a community involved in a diverse pattern of activities and concerns and we seek to encourage others to be involved.
Who are we?
We are the Ecclesiastical Parish of Riverhead with Dunton Green (Licensed Lay Minister Daphne Harrison, with special responsibility for St Mary the Virgin, Riverhead with Dunton Green).
As of 1 December 2019, we are part of the West Sevenoaks Team Ministry, working alongside St.Luke's, Sevenoaks (Team Vicar, Revd Anne Bourne, with special responsibility for St Luke's) and St.Mary's, Kippington (Team Rector, Revd Mark Bridgen);
- We are part of the Deanery of Sevenoaks
- In the Archdeaconry of Tonbridge
- In the Diocese of Rochester
- In the Province of Canterbury
- Part of the Church of England
- Part of the Anglican Communion
- Part of the One Worldwide Church