Life Groups are a new initiative at St Michaels but are not new to the wider church.

These groups might look very different and do different things, but they are all united by a common idea: A smaller setting providing space for community to form and for exploration of teaching in a way that is not possible in a Sunday service. A life group, then, is a group of people choosing to grow in fellowship and community, to grow in faith and support one another in life.

Joining a Life Group

To join a life group get in touch with the Parish Office and they will forward your contact details to the group leader who will get in touch to give you more details.

office@bramhall.church

0161 439 3989

A typical gathering might include:

  • Sharing some food together

  • Praying together

  • Exploring the Christian faith and Scripture

  • Catching up on one another’s news

  • Worship

  • Studying a book together

 

Life Monday

2nd Monday, 10am - 11.30

This group will focus on reading through a book together and sharing thoughts on its content.

Leader: Calum Piper

Life Doorway

Monday Evenings 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Exploring the Bible and our Christian life and faith

Leader: Bob & Tricia Munn

Life Tuesday

2nd Tuesday, 7.30pm - 9pm

Chosen by the Group, we will explore issues raised by the Bible that intrigue and excite us in our Christian lives.

Leader: Mark Hackney

Life Wednesday

2nd Wednesday, 7.30pm

Doing life together can help us find a way through the busyness to Christ. Fun, food and friendship

Leader: Jo Oughton

Life 40

2nd & 4th Wednesday, 7.30pm - 10pm

A group for the under 40's to come together for fellowship, food and growing together in faith.

Leader: Calum & Jess Piper

 

For centuries the Church has followed a Daily Pattern of prayer, providing a framework for people to worship God, to read from his word and to offer up prayers of concern to him.

At St Michael’s we say Morning Prayer daily at 9am and Evening Prayer at 5.30pm. You are invited to join in from wherever you are. You can find 2 orders of service below, one for Morning and the other Evening prayer. Also on this page are the set lectionary readings for the day which can be used during the act of prayer.

MORNING PRAYER SHEET EVENING PRAYER SHEET (Updated on 28th November)

 

In addition to Morning and Evening Prayer, Night Prayer (Compline) can be said during the late evening, as the final act of the day. Below are three different orders of service for Compline.

Prayer Cycle

We have developed a Prayer Cycle for use in the Parish of Bramhall. For each day of the month there are suggestions of people, places and issues you could pray for. You can download the Cycle below.

Being part of a church isn’t just about worshipping on a Sunday, there is so much more. We have a number of groups that meet throughout the month that are focussed by common interests of themes.

 

Bible Study

Twice a month there is the option to join a relaxed and informal gathering who study part of the bible. No preparation is necessary. We meet on zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.

Zoom (Contact calum.piper@bramhall.church for the code)

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 4pm

Mothers Union

Mothers’ Union is concerned with all that strengthens and preserves marriage and Christian family life.  It is prayer based, supporting each other and families Worldwide, and open to both men and women.

2pm - Fourth Thursday of month

Annual subscription of £25.00 plus 50p per meeting

TGIM

A men’s group who meet for a light lunch and chat. Occasionally there is a talk or a quiz but the aim is to provide a time of fellowship and welcome for all.

Second Monday of the Month, 12.15pm

Donations welcomed

Flower Club

The flower club provide flowers each week and at other times such as Easter, Christmas, Harvest and other important events. New members are always welcome, all that is needed is a love of flowers and you can even learn as you go.

Friday Mornings

Servers

The serving team assist clergy with helping organise acts of worship. Full training is given and servers operate on a rota. The role requires a level of forward thinking and being able to work as part of a team.

Training can be organised on an informal basis and then working as part of a team on a monthly basis.

ACE

Activities include a range of art, craft and embroidery, mainly led by a group member, but occasionally with invited tutors. Membership is open to anyone of any age or gender. Cost:

Alternate Thursday mornings 9:30 – 11:20

Usually £3