The Church of St Peter and St Paul

Olney

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Olney Pancake Race

Olney Pancake Race

Shrove Tuesday brings the famous Olney Pancake Race, followed by the annual Shriving Service in the church! In 2025 Shrove Tuesday is 4th March

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Exploring Faith

Exploring Faith

Our “Exploring Faith” group meetings will start again in January. Dates for our meetings are now available – everyone welcome!

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Services

We have services at different times in both traditional and modern styles, and there is something for all ages

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Church Life

Groups of all ages meet to explore faith, take part in activities or just share refreshments and time together

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Events

The church organises a number of events during the year, as well as hosting concerts, performances and other events

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Here For You

Whether it’s planning for a baptism or a wedding, a request for prayer about something or a bereavement,

We are here for you

News From the Church

Deanery reorganisation and new appointment

The Deanery of Newport (of which Olney is a part) is being reorganised, which means we’ll be looking to appoint a Priest-in-Charge rather than a Rector. Click on the link to find out more

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Harvest Gifts

Our recent Harvest Lunch raised £266 for the Christian Aid Gaza Appeal, and gifts of food from our Harvest service were delivered to the Olney is Kind foodbank. Many thanks to all involved in organising and preparing our lunch and looking after our food gifts!

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