Welcome to the website of St Peter's, Langley Burrell, an ancient Anglican church set in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside. It is one of three churches in the Greenways Group, Chippenham, along with St Paul's and St Nicholas. Each church differs in its style and expression and as we work together we seek to draw on the strength of each. We are worshipping Christian churches, rooted in the Gospel and serving the community.
St Peter's is in the diocese of Bristol, whose mission statement defines our sense of purpose: "To be a community of wholeness with Christ at the centre."
This means we are outward-looking and inclusive, while retaining traditional Christian beliefs. At St Peter's the value of our inheritance is acknowledged and we intend to retain the best from the past, but also be responsive to the changing world in which we live. Our regular Sunday services contain elements of traditional liturgy in an accessible form and we also have monthly all-age services which are more informal and appealing to families with children. Visitors and enquirers are always welcomed by our friendly congregation and leadership.
St Peter's is in the diocese of Bristol, whose mission statement defines our sense of purpose: "To be a community of wholeness with Christ at the centre."
This means we are outward-looking and inclusive, while retaining traditional Christian beliefs. At St Peter's the value of our inheritance is acknowledged and we intend to retain the best from the past, but also be responsive to the changing world in which we live. Our regular Sunday services contain elements of traditional liturgy in an accessible form and we also have monthly all-age services which are more informal and appealing to families with children. Visitors and enquirers are always welcomed by our friendly congregation and leadership.
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2021 : Latest News Early this year the difficult decision was taken to suspend all services due to the emergence of the Covid-19 variants and this will continue through to the end of March. However, the rapidly improving situation means that with the decreasing number of infections locally and the success of the vaccination programme so far, we can announce the resumption of Sunday services at St Peter's on a limited basis, beginning on Easter Sunday, 5th April, at 10:30 a.m. Masks still must be worn unless exempted and social distancing will apply. We look forward to leaving these necessary impositions behind when advised it would be safe to do so, but for the moment we will put up with them with good grace. While we may look forward with hope, It is important to remember that many are still struggling, after suffering loss or due to anxiety caused by their circumstances. If that is you our thoughts and prayers are with you - try not to lose hope. God is not remote from our troubles, but in Christ can sustain us through them as we turn to Him. And the Bible can be a source of great comfort and reassurance when we engage with it. May 2021 be a year of healing and renewal, in which St Peter's can play its part. We warmly invite you to join us, with no pressure, whoever you are. Safeguarding: Our group of churches is fully committed to its safeguarding responsibilities for all, but especially children and vulnerable adults. All its officers are regularly trained in safeguarding matters and are subject to DBS checks. If you have any concerns, please contact: Julie Swales – Parish Safeguarding Officer, St Paul, Chippenham – 07342907700 Joy Morland – Parish Safeguarding Officer, St Peter’s, Langley Burrell – 01249-656265 More information on St Peter's from Rev David Kilmister 01249 326209, but please also visit the St Paul's website on: www.stpaulsweb.org.uk/welcome.htm Priest in Charge: Rev Simon Dunn - NB: Not contactable after Christmas Day for three months - Sabbatical leave. The Church Office can be contacted on 01249-444771 for more information. |
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