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Proud to host the Ordination of 5 new Priests
Sept 30th 2024
St Edward's Church, Market Place, Romford hosted the ordinations of 5 new priests.
Say ‘hello’ to our #ChelmsDioNewPriests from the Barking Area who were ordained by Bishop Lynne at St Edward’s, Romford at Saturday 28th September. Kat Bennett serving at St Lukes E16
Jacintha Danaswamy serving at St. Mary's Church, Walthamstow , St Gabriel's Walthamstow, & St Luke's E17
Naomi Snelling serving at St James St Johns Collier Row & Havering-atte-Bower
Rachel Summers serving in the West Roding Mission Partnership - St Mary's Church Woodford , Wanstead Parish - St Mary with Christ Church , St Gabriel's Church Aldersbrook and St Peter's-in-the-Forest
Bernard Eaton serving at St Peter's-in-the-Forest
Find out more about the priest ordinations at https://buff.ly/465DX0M
Please pray for all our new Priests as they embark on their new ministry 🙏
Second Poppy Day is a roaring success!
Sept 12th 2024
This weekend St Edward's Church, Market Place, Romford ran their second Poppy Event. As you know we are all working hard to bring together some fabulous poppy displays for November. With the support of the Romford community - we are doing well. If you want to join in please see our News Sheet for further details.
A number of parishioners and members of the community have asked if they can have a poppy named in the display for a loved one. For a small donation you are welcome to contact the Parish Office and we will make the the arrangements for you. Details of our office are on the about us page.
Second Poppy Day is a roaring success!
Sept 12th 2024
This weekend St Edward's Church, Market Place, Romford ran their second Poppy Event. As you know we are all working hard to bring together some fabulous poppy displays for November. With the support of the Romford community - we are doing well. If you want to join in please see our News Sheet for further details.
A number of parishioners and members of the community have asked if they can have a poppy named in the display for a loved one. For a small donation you are welcome to contact the Parish Office and we will make the the arrangements for you. Details of our office are on the about us page.
Second Poppy Day is a roaring success!
Sept 12th 2024
This weekend St Edward's Church, Market Place, Romford ran their second Poppy Event. As you know we are all working hard to bring together some fabulous poppy displays for November. With the support of the Romford community - we are doing well. If you want to join in please see our News Sheet for further details.
A number of parishioners and members of the community have asked if they can have a poppy named in the display for a loved one. For a small donation you are welcome to contact the Parish Office and we will make the the arrangements for you. Details of our office are on the about us page.
Sept 12th 2024
POPPY SEWING DAY - Saturday 21st September
In preparation of our 3rd Poppy sewing event we have shared a montage of the last session with this video. Enjoy and share.
Sept 1st 2024
POPPY SEWING DAY SUCCESS
What can happen in a few hours when a community comes together.Thank you to everyone in Romford, particularly St Edwards Church Romford community and RM1 WI who supported us in starting the build for our Poppy decorations at St Edward’s in the Market Place. Have a look at our video reel for why we are doing this on Facebook and follow us for any further updates!We still need poppies so if you are able to help out we would love to hear from you! More dates will be advertised. Thank you Romford!#yourchurch #wewillrememberthem
POPPY SEWING DAY - Saturday 31st August
Aug 31st 2024
We have had a fabulous response regarding the Poppy display, so many people are now involved in knitting poppies, it’s quite overwhelming! We now need to start sewing as well as knitting!! We are organising a second “poppy sewing day” for Saturday August 14th from 1 pm in the church. Some sewing needles will be provided, but if you have your own, please bring them. We will be using “wool” sewing needles. Teas, coffee and biscuits will be provided. Details of more sewing days will be released soon. Please let the parish adminstrator know if you can attend.
Sep 11th 2024
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Success in Romford
The Church of St Edward the Confessor, Romford recently entered four trebles for the RSCM exams (two bronze and two gold} and all were successful. A presentation ceremony took place at the church, at which the choiristers were presented with their medals by the Archdeacon of Barking. The trebles trainer, Claire Morrison, and the whole churchare very proud of their achievements
Choir Success! - St Edward the Confessor, Romford
May 14th 2024
Many many congratulations to Sophia who received her choir robes today at our 10am service. The choir robe represents your contribution, service and commitment to your congregation. We are very proud of you Sophia we hope you wear it with joy. If you are interested in joining our choir please email the church office for more details, we would love to hear from you! office@stedwardsromford.com
Fabulous at 90 - congratulations Mary
May 14th 2024
Very many congratulations Mary! You look FABULOUS! Mary celebrated her 90th birthday in style.... afternoon tea at home with many friends and family. Everyone had a fabulous time eating plenty of cake. Looking forward to celebrating your next milestone.