Events Directory

We are pleased to be able to advertise Christian Events in and around the City and district.
If you would like us to advertise your event here, please contact us – click here.
Also check out our News & Views posts, which periodically contain even more information about what is happening among the City’s Churches and Christian organisations – click here.

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Coffee Mornings & Prayer (Free & Open to All)
Tue 27 Feb 10:00 - Tue 26 Mar 12:00

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(Tuesdays 10am-12pm Room 2)
Come and join us for a hot drink, a nice chat and prayers

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Cambrini
Fri 15 Mar 20:00 - Thu 21 Mar 22:00
Chelmsford Odeon, Chelmsford, CM2 6FH
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The story story of Catholic missionary Francesca Cambrini
This film will be showing daily from Friday 15th of March until 21st March at 20:10.

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Leaders Meeting
Tue 19 Mar 09:00 - 11:00
North Avenue Christian Centre 7 North Avenue CM1 2AL
 

Do gather for a time of fellowship, support and networking.

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The Rest is Anglicanism
Tue 19 Mar 19:00 - 20:30
Chelmsford Cathedral, CM1 1TY
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Join us for a series of lively and insightful conversations about the Church of England this Lent at Chelmsford Cathedral. Whether you're completely new to the Church, a curious congregation member, or someone who enjoys topical debates, these evenings promise to be both enlightening and entertaining.

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Tarry Awhile Lunchtime Lent Course
Thu 21 Mar 12:00 - 13:00
Chelmsford Cathedral, CM1 1TY
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"Will you tarry here and watch with me?"

This year our Lent course is based on the book Tarry Awhile: Wisdom from Black Spirituality for people of faith by Selina Stone, picked as The Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book 2024.

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Tarry Awhile Evening Lent Course
Thu 21 Mar 19:00 - 20:00
Chelmsford Cathedral, CM1 1TY
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"Will you tarry here and watch with me?"

This year our Lent course is based on the book Tarry Awhile: Wisdom from Black Spirituality for people of faith by Selina Stone, picked as The Archbishop of Canterbury's Lent Book 2024.

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Prayer Walk
Sat 23 Mar 10:30 - 11:30
Arun Close Car Park
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Join this new initiative to pray for Chelmsford. We want to bring communities together and build a place where all feel loved and can grow.
More information on the poster link.

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Social Evening
Sat 23 Mar 18:00 - 21:00
St. Augustine of Canterbury, Beardsley Drive, CM1 6GQ
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Come and join the Fun Social Evening
Raising funds to support the Bishop of Chelmsford's Lent Appeal to support the Diocese of Jerusalem's Healthcare Ministry
A chance to share poems, songs etc and bring and share food with an Eastern Mediterranean theme
Suggested donation £5

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Trinity Dads
Sun 24 Mar 09:00 - 10:15
Holy Trinity, Trinity Road, CM2 6HS
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A group for Dads, Grandads and their associated children

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Tenebrae
Wed 27 Mar 19:00 - 20:00
Chelmsford Cathedral, CM1 1TY
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Our service is based around readings from Lamentations and the Seven Last Words of Jesus from the Cross. The final candle is left burning alone in the darkness – symbolic of the anticipation of the resurrection of Christ.

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Good Friday Witness
Fri 29 Mar 11:00
High Street
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Worship and Witness with Nigel Bolitho and Worship Unlimited.
This will follow the Processions in the same format as previous years.
All the detail is now at the link.

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Good Friday Extended Witness
Fri 29 Mar 13:00 - 16:00
High Street
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See the detail at the link.
Contact Pete Bardwell if you want to volunteer to help.

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Board Games @ Connexions
Mon 1 Apr 13:00 - 18:00
Chelmsford Community Church, Trent Road, CM1 2LQ
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Only £2 per adult 18 yrs +
Under 18's free
Come along to play modern board games of varying ability for ages 5 upwards
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Children's Workshop
Tue 2 Apr 14:00 - 16:00
St. Andrew's Church, The Green, CM2 7RQ
 

More detail to follow

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Messy Church at St John's Church (Moulsham)
Thu 4 Apr 14:00 - 16:00
St John's Church (Moulsham)
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Our next Messy Church will be at St John's Church, Moulsham the theme will be Easter.
There will be crafts, a Bible story, singing and of course snacks! As usual there’s no charge and it would be great to see you if you're able to join us.

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Model Railway Exhibition
Sat 6 Apr 11:00 - 16:30
St. Augustine of Canterbury, Beardsley Drive, CM1 6GQ
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Presented by the Members and Friends of Chelmsford and District Model Railway Club
At least 10 model railway layouts
Quality Local Trade Support
Free parking
Admission: £3 (child under 16: £1)
All proceeds to St Augustine's Church

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Bible Studies (Christ Church in Room 2)
Mon 8 Apr 14:30 - 16:00
Christ Church URC, 164 New London Road, CM2 0AW
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Rev Guy Goodall will be looking at the Early Church - Everyone welcome

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FGB Dinner
Mon 22 Apr 18:30
Toby Carvery, Dukes Lane, Chelmsford CM2 6AD
 

Stan’s Gym is a successful fitness centre in Upminster run by Stan Earle. He was brought up in a farming family. As a teenager he loved bikes, particularly his Triumph 500cc. When out riding with his friends disaster struck, and the course of Stan’s life changed. Come and hear his remarkable story.
Both men and women are welcome to attend.
For those attending for the first time we now offer to pay the full price for your meal. For those who have been before - why not bring a friend who hasn't to take advantage of this offer!
The buffet price is £8.99.
Please let us know if you intend to join us, particularly if you would like to take the offer of a free meal.
At the end of the evening there will be an opportunity to receive prayer for healing.

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Trinity Dads
Sun 28 Apr 09:00 - 10:15
Holy Trinity, Trinity Road, CM2 6HS
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A group for Dads, Granddads and their associated children!

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Trinity Dads
Sun 26 May 09:00 - 10:15
Holy Trinity, Trinity Road, CM2 6HS
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A group for Dads, Granddads and their associated children!

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Evelyn Underhill Quiet Day
Sat 15 Jun 10:00 - 16:00
Diocesan House of Retreat, The Street, CM3 1HA
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At the core of Evelyn Underhill was her commitment to God and her determination to help others approach God and have a personal relationship with him.

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Trinity Dads
Sun 23 Jun 09:00 - 10:15
Holy Trinity, Trinity Road, CM2 6HS
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A group for Dads, Granddads and their associated children!

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Finding a Way - Navigating Life Transitions
Tue 9 Jul 10:00 - 16:00
Diocesan House of Retreat, The Street, CM3 1HA
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A day retreat for anyone, lay or ordained, who is anticipating or living through a significant life event (which could include retirement, separation or divorce, children leaving home, health or job changes).

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Meditation and Creative Art Day
Sat 13 Jul 10:00 - 16:00
Diocesan House of Retreat, The Street, CM3 1HA
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A wellbeing day - An opportunity for quiet reflection, mindfulness and creativity outdoors in nature.

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Individually Guided Retreat
Fri 19 Jul 11:00 - Tue 23 Jul 11:00
Diocesan House of Retreat, The Street, CM3 1HA
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An opportunity to grow in your relationship with God.

As an aspect of that developing relationship, people often come to understand more about prayer, about themselves, and about how to discern the will of God in their lives.

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Trinity Dads
Sun 28 Jul 09:00 - 10:15
Holy Trinity, Trinity Road, CM2 6HS
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A group for Dads, Grandads and their associated children!

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Walking Retreat - The Wisdom of Wild Grace
Fri 2 Aug 15:00 - Fri 9 Aug 10:00
Diocesan House of Retreat, The Street, CM3 1HA
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A six day retreat exploring the countryside and walks around Pleshey and discovering the holiness of the natural world.

Walks no more than 6 - 7 miles with pub lunches, picnics and space for prayer and reflection (pub lunches not included in the price).