Our Vision

We want to be a welcoming church for the 21st century, offering a place for people to encounter God in their lives.

Whilst retaining the character of our historic building with some simple changes, we are creating an exciting space for worship, pilgrimage, music and the arts. Please support our '2023 and Beyond' appeal.

Redecoration to go ahead

We are delighted to have received a generous grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Our redecoration is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we will be able to complete the redecoration of the church before Christmas, as well as improve access to the tower. 

We have discovered a void under the sanctuary floor. This is the result of rubble under the screed settling over the years. You can see from the photograph that there is a large gap below the tiles, which are supported by a only a thin layer of concrete.

It means this part of the church is currently out of use, and we are investigating how to remedy it.

We are also fundraising for stackable chairs, new seat cushions for the pews, and the other equipment we need to make the most of our church building.

Please use our Project Prayer in your own prayers as part of your support:

Living God, we bless you because you make your dwelling place the hearts of your faithful people. In your abundant love bless us with the gifts we need to be faithful stewards of St Mary Magdalene, Great Hampden. Help us to realise our vision for the future of our church. May we always be mindful of the coming kingdom of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honour and glory, now and forever. Amen.

• Newly built, fully accessible toilet block with baby changing facilities.
• Added kitchen facilities to serve refreshments to all visitors.

• Upgrade the sound system and AV equipment
• Relight the interior of the church
• Improving the heating and stabilise the floor tiles
• Sympathetic redecoration and cleaning of stonework
• Open up the chancel space

• A restored building, improved by sensitive redecoration
• A well-lit, warmer, more comfortable and accessible church
• Sensitive creation of space in the chancel for worship and concerts
• Architectural and historical features enhanced and made more visible
• Our church continues to be a significant place in people’s lives and the community for generations to come
• Enabling a place of meeting between God and his people

• Continue our popular Sunday services
• Welcome the wider community by continuing to host weddings and baptisms
• We have a rich tradition of musical events including our popular chamber music concerts which we will be able to host in a unique and flexible space
• Offer educational events to make the most of the church's special historical connection with John Hampden the Patriot
• Offer a space for spiritual exploration, retreats and cultural events

We are passionate about keeping the church community alive and welcome you
to join us on our journey.

Please download our leaflet, and use it to make a donation. Please help us today!`