Parish Events
All Events are currently suspended until further notice
The Bible Group meet on Saturday mornings at St Peter’s (on weeks when there is a 10.00am mass). We are currently watching a new set of programmes set in the Holy Land with a new positive take on Christology. This will take us through Lent onto Easter and the last film called the Resurrection. All are welcome, whether you have been before or not.
Mass of Thanksgiving for Bishop Richard’s Ministry in Arundel & Brighton: 30 January, 6.30pm, Arundel Cathedral. People across our diocesan family are invited to join a special cathedral Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by Bishop Richard, followed by a reception in the Baron’s Hall, Arundel Castle, by kind permission of His Grace, the Duke of Norfolk. All are welcome. Please leave extra time to park in the town as parking will be limited. To watch the Mass by livestream click here
Adur Valley Catenians are trying to raise money for 'Safe in Sussex', a women's refuge from domestic abuse. Saturday 28th February , 6.30 for 7.00pm, at The Towers Convent, Henfield Road, Upper Beeding BN44 3TF Buffet Supper / Licenced Bar / Raffle / Prizes for the winners / Teams of 4-6 people / £12.50 per person / £8.50 under 18s. Tickets from: info@adurvalleycatenians.co.uk . Or call Adrian on 07976-913774, or speak to any of the Catenians after mass.
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) takes place each year from 18 to 25 January, providing an opportunity to focus our prayers on Christian unity and join with our sisters and brothers in Christ. WPCU takes Ephesians 4:1-13 as its central text this year, which includes the words “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.” (Ephesians 4:4). Prayers and reflections for WPCU 2026 have been prepared by the faithful of the Armenian Apostolic (Orthodox) Church this year, along with their brothers and sisters of the Armenian Catholic and Evangelical Churches. These resources draw upon centuries-old traditions of prayer used by the Armenian people, with hymns that originated in the ancient monasteries and churches of Armenia - some of which date as far back as the fourth century. Click here to find out more.
Archbishop-Elect Richard will celebrate a Mass of thanksgiving for his ministry amongst us at 6.30pm on Friday 30 January in Arundel Cathedral. The Mass will be followed by a reception in the Baron’s Hall in Arundel Castle, by kind permission of His Grace, the Duke of Norfolk. If you are interested in attending the mass, please contact Antonia in the Parish Office: adurvalley@abdiocese.org.uk , so we can get an idea of numbers. There will be more details available soon.
Saturday 24 January 2026 11-4pm at St Michael’s Church, Worthing BN13 3AL Led by Bishop Richard and Catherine Christmas, Liturgy and Music Adviser. On the weekend of the Sunday of the Word of God, this day will include talks on the Scriptures, the Lectionary and its use in the Liturgy, the Liturgy of the Word, and preparing to minister as a reader. There will be a time of Lectio Divina, and the day will conclude with the celebration of Mass. To book a place go to the Events page of the Diocesan website or use this link Day of Reflection for Ministers of the Word (24-Jan-2026) · ChurchSuite Events
Huge thanks to the team behind the recent Parish Christmas Lunch. They worked tirelessly for days to get it all ready. Appreciated by all who came.
Below is a list of Advent Reconciliation services happening across our Deanery. Father Tony will be joining Fr Graham on Thursday evening (18th December) at St Peters to hear confessions.
Advent is a solemn, penitential season. Traditionally there are no flowers in the church during this time, however, one of the flower arrangers explains what you will see at CTK in Steyning during Advent: 1st Sunday: the advent wreath is blessed and the first candle is lit 2nd Sunday: a simple arrangement of green foliage on the altar and the porch 3rd ‘Gaudete’ Sunday: a joyful day, variegated foliage is added to bring in some colour. Arrangements are added to the window sills. 4th Sunday: coloured berries are added as the preparation nears completion. Finally on Christmas Day, the birth of Jesus, and the flowers are added to complete the arrangements and bring joy to all. You can still donate to the Christmas Flowers fund at masses this weekend. Thank you for your support.
If any children of the parish would like to take part in the mimed telling of the Gospel on Christmas Eve, please speak to Mrs Carter on Sunday, or contact the office: adurvalley@abdiocese.org.uk , so we can get an idea of numbers. Thank you. There will be mince pies and mulled wine served in the Parish Room after the mass. All are welcome.