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On the 25th February the Rev’d Nathan Ward was asked by Kent Online to comment on a press release issued by Councillor Dan McDonald. Below you can read in full the press release and Nathan’s response. Anyone experiencing a personal pastoral need in relation to Living in Love and Faith is welcome to contact Nathan (vicar@rainhamchurch.co.uk) or one of the Diocese of Rochester chaplains: Press Release issued by Councillor Dan McDonald Response by Rev’d Nathan Ward I have read your…

Pancake Party Tuesday 17th February, 4:15pm Free family event, with pancakes, crafts and activities.

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel this event.

5th -7th December

Create an Angel as part of our Christmas Tree Festival.

Please see this 2-page flyer for details

Never too old for a Disney film! Everyone welcome, with or without children! (no unaccompanied children).  

SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER 2025 ST MARGARET’S CHURCH 2pmCHURCHYARD NATURE STROLL (weather permitting)Join us from 2pm-before the HARVEST SING-A-LONG – for an autumn stroll around our green oasis in the centre of Rainham that is the churchyard.Leon Roskilly will be there to share his knowledge of all things nature, together with members of our Eco Church team.It is hoped you might stay for the Harvest Sing-a-Long and refreshments after the walk.Everyone welcome.

Date: Sunday 14th September 2025 Time: 3:00pm – Free Entry Location: St Margaret’s Church, Rainham As we celebrate the season, come and join us for an afternoon of praise and worship! Raise your voice and your spirit as we sing some of our favourite hymns together. Afterwards, stay a while to enjoy light refreshments and friendly conversation – a wonderful chance to connect with others. All are warmly invited!

SUMMER SING-ALONG! Celebrate the season of sunshine and community with us on 13th July 2025 at St Margaret’s Church, Rainham! Join us for a joyful afternoon of much-loved hymns, light refreshments, and warm fellowship. Date: Sunday, 13th July 2025 Time: 3pm Location: St Margaret’s Church, Rainham Entry: FREE – All are warmly invited! Come and enjoy an afternoon filled with music, community, and the spirit of summer!

VE DAY80 at ST MARGARET’S  Thursday 8th May 2025 Thank you to everyone involved with VE DAY80 at St. Margaret’s. During the day the local community helped to place 80 solar lights along the church path to make a symbolic PATH FOR PEACE. Twelve children, members of the school council from St Margaret’s CE Junior School and staff visited all seventeen WW2 war graves in the churchyard, remembered the fallen and placed a light at the grave. Each grave was…

This month we mark the retirement of Revd Jonathan Jennings, who has faithfully served at St Margaret’s Church in various roles over many years. Jonathan’s thoughtful ministry, gentle wisdom, and deep commitment to the life of our church have left a lasting legacy. As a parting gift, Jonathan has generously presented the church with a green burse and veil, along with a stole beautifully embroidered with St Cuthbert’s cross. This is a deeply meaningful and symbolic gift, and we are…

PATH FOR PEACE St Margaret’s Church, Rainham Thursday 8th May 2025 Lighting the Path for Peace — marking 80 years since VE Day. Morning: 9:00am – 12:00pm • Visit the churchyard and place one of 80 solar lights along the path. • Spend time in the Tufton Chapel for quiet prayer, reflection, or to light a candle. Midday: 12:00pm – 1:00pm • Guided Prayer for PEACE in the Tufton Chapel, led by a member of the church prayer group. Evening:…

Not long now until Rainham’s first Piano Festival! Time to check out the many and varied free and ticketed events. Piano Festival