Upcoming events

London Bishops' Course: Climate Justice & Discipleship
Following Jesus, responding to the climate and ecological emergency, and renewing our faith and discipleship aren’t rival projects. They may turn out to be the same thing.
For Lent 2025, everyone across the Diocese of London is invited to reflect deeply on five significant moments in Jesus’ life and ministry. As we take this journey together, how might we encounter Christ through creation, pursue justice from within, and convert our fearful reactions into a loving response?


St Mary’s Church Gardening Group
The St Mary’s Gardens group will meet on Saturday 29 March from 10am - noon. Come and join us to dig, weed and plant at the circular rose garden. Please bring stout shoes and gardening gloves if you have them. All are welcome and refreshments will be available. The Gardening Group is part of St Mary’s Islington eco church initiative. Contact Sally Hull, sally@hullonline.org for more details.

9am Morning Worship
4th Sunday of Lent
Leading the service: TBC
Preaching: TBC
Readings: Luke 13:31-end; Philippians 3:17-4:1



Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
The next meeting will be on 8 April.
Refreshments will be served from 7:15pm.

Bible Study Drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.


9am Morning Worship
5th Sunday of Lent
Leading the service: Ian Mylam
Preaching: Sophie Castell
Readings: John 12:1-8; Philippians 3.4b-14

11am Holy Communion
5th Sunday of Lent
Leading and presiding: Josh Richards
Preaching: Sophie Castell
Readings: John 12:1-8; Philippians 3.4b-14

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The third meet-up is Sunday 6 April. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.


Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
Refreshments will be served from 7:15pm.

Bible Study Drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

9am BCP Holy Communion
Palm Sunday
Leading: James Hughesdon
Presiding: James Hughesdon
Readings: Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 27:1-54

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.



Morning Prayer in Holy Week
Join us for morning prayer in Holy Week.
Leading: Harriet Maunsell

Morning Prayer in Holy Week
Join us for morning prayer in Holy Week.
Leading: James Hughesdon

Morning Prayer in Holy Week
Join us for morning prayer in Holy Week.
Leading: James Hughesdon

Children and Families’ Service
Our Good Friday interactive, all age service takes us through the story of Good Friday.
With activities and hot cross buns for all.

Good Friday Meditations at St Mary's
The Good Friday Meditations will take place in church.
On our journey together through this great drama of grace on Good Friday we bear witness as Jesus wrestles with his own aloneness, abandoned by so many of his closest friends, abandoned even by God His Father. Through words and music, and at this time more than ever, in silence and separation, we reflect on the events of this day and on their meanings for those around Jesus and for ourselves today of all days.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.



Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital: Night Wind
Our fourth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 18 April: Night Wind
We are delighted to welcome Antoine Pichon back to perform after his well-received recital last year. Come and be transported by works of pianistic virtuosity from two masters of the instrument, Mozart and Medtner.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

11am Morning Worship
2nd Sunday of Easter
Leading and presiding: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Mike Bartholomew-Biggs
Readings: John 20:19-end; Acts 5:27-32

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The fourth meet-up is Sunday 4 May. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our fifth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 16 May: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The fifth meet-up is Sunday 1 June. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our sixth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 20 June: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The sixth meet-up is Sunday 6 July. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our seventh free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 18 July: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The seventh meet-up is Sunday 3 August. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our eighth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 15 August: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The eighth meet-up is Sunday 7 September. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our ninth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 19 September: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The nineth meet-up is Sunday 5 October. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our tenth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 17 October: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The tenth meet-up is Sunday 2 November. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our eleventh free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 21 November: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The last meet-up of 2025 is Sunday 7 December It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Monthly Prayer Meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital
Our twelfth free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 19 December: Performers and theme to be announced.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Evening Taizé Service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: TBC

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
The next meetings will be on Tuesday 1 April and 8 April from 7.30-9pm.
Refreshments will be served from 7:15pm.

11am Morning Worship
3rd Sunday of Lent
Leading and preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Luke 13:1-9; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

9am Holy Communion
3rd Sunday of Lent
Leading, preaching and presiding: James Hughesdon
Readings: Luke 13:1-9; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital: Tales and Pictures
Our third free concert of 2025 will take place on Friday 21 March: Pianist Changyu Yin will perform a Piano Recital.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

Evening Taizé service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: Sophie Castell


9am Morning Worship
2nd Sunday of Lent
Leading the service: Sophie Castell
Preaching: Josh Richards

Guided St Mary’s Church and Tower Tour
The specially curated tour will give you a glimpse into the history of St Mary’s, how it has influenced Islington today and will culminate with a trip up St Mary’s Church tower, giving you a bird’s eye view of London. Can you manage the 120 steps to the top?!
A tour of St Mary’s Church, including breath-taking views from the tower! Led by a qualified tour guide from Clerkenwell and Islington Guides, this tour of the church and tower will last around 75 minutes.

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
Lent Fasting Practice at St Mary's
The next meetings will be on Tuesdays 25 March, 1 April and 8 April from 7.30-9pm.
Refreshments will be served from 7:15pm.


Monthly prayer meeting
Our monthly prayer meeting takes place on the second Sunday of every month 10.15-10.45am in the prayer chapel.
Join us as we pray for the church and the world.

9am BCP Holy Communion
1st Sunday of Lent
Leading: Josh Richards
Preaching: Mike Bartholomew-Biggs
Presiding: Josh Richards
Readings: 2 Corinithians 6:1-10; Matthew 4:1-11

Ash Wednesday at 7.30pm - Remember you are dust
A service of Holy Communion, with the imposition of ashes.
Leading and presiding: Josh Richards
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17; Matthew 6:1-6. 16-21
No children's activities at this service.

Ash Wednesday at 12 noon - Remember you are dust
A service of Holy Communion, with the imposition of ashes.
Presiding, preaching and leading: James Hughesdon
Readings: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17; Matthew 6:1-6. 16-21
No children's activities at this service.

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

20s&30s Coffee and a Catch up
The St Mary’s 20s & 30s group meet after the 11am service on the first Sunday of each month for coffee and a catch up. The second meet-up is Sunday 2 March. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people.
People who are new to St Mary’s are particularly welcome to join us for our friendly and sociable meetups.
Please speak to Dan or Alexandra for more information or if you would like to join the group.

11am Holy Communion
Sunday before Lent
Leading and presiding: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Josh Richards
Readings: Luke 9:28-43a; 2 Corinthians 3:12-42

9am Holy Communion
Sunday before Lent
Leading and presiding: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Josh Richards
Readings: Luke 9:28-43a; 2 Corinthians 3:12-42

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

11am Morning Worship
2nd Sunday before Lent
Leading: Sophie Castell
Preaching: Ian Mylam
Readings: Luke 8:22-25; Revelation 4

9am Holy Communion
2nd Sunday before Lent
Leading: James Hughesdon
Preaching: Ian Mylam
Readings: Luke 8:22-25; Revelation 4

Free Friday Lunchtime Recital: Change of performers
Our second free concert will take place on Friday 21 February: A Piano and Mezzo-Soprano recital interwoven with spoken text with works from Finzi, Vaughan Williams and Head.
Come and be delighted by high quality classical performances in our beautiful church. The concerts take place on the third Friday of every month at 1.15pm with free hot drinks and cake served from 12.45pm.
The concerts are free and you do not need a ticket.

Prayer Discipline Course at St Mary’s
Prayer Discipline Course at St Mary’s
Tea and coffee from 7.15pm

Bible Study drop-in
Our midweek group focuses on discussion of the Bible, prayer and fellowship.

Evening Taizé service
An evening service of meditation and chant in the tradition of Taizé.
Please do come, you are very welcome.
Leading: Ian Mylam

11am Holy Communion
3rd Sunday before Lent
Leading, presiding and preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings:Luke 6:17-26; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

9am Morning Worship
3rd Sunday before Lent
Leading the service: Catherine Lemmon
Preaching: James Hughesdon
Readings: John 11:32-44; Revelation 21:1-6a