Business Details
Welcome to Padiham Parish Churches
We are Padiham Parish, a community of faith rooted in the Anglican tradition. Our vision is to nurture growing congregations deeply committed to Jesus Christ and His Gospel. Through regular worship services at St Leonard's and St Margaret's churches, we provide spiritual guidance for life's key moments including baptisms, weddings, and funerals. Our dedicated team supports families across generations with children's activities, youth programs, and adult faith development. We prioritise accessibility through online worship services and a comprehensive library of audio sermons.As part of the Diocese of Blackburn, we maintain rigorous safeguarding standards for children, young people, and adults. Our parishioners actively engage in local governance at parish, deanery, and diocesan levels. With historical roots dating back to at least 2016, our churches continue serving the communities of Padiham and Hapton. We welcome all seeking spiritual growth through Bible-based teaching and community fellowship. Our mission remains focused on shaping lives through God's Word while maintaining traditional Anglican worship practices.
Services
Sunday Worship
Baptisms Weddings Funerals
Children's Activities
Audio Sermons
Safeguarding Support
Highlights and features
- We offer traditional Anglican worship with modern accessibility through online services
- Our parish provides comprehensive life-stage support through sacramental rites
- Dedicated children's and youth programs foster intergenerational community engagement
- We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards across all parish activities
- Experienced clergy and lay leaders deliver Bible-based teaching and pastoral care
Services
Sunday Worship
Regular Sunday worship services at 09:30 and 17:30 at St Leonard's, and 11:00 at St Margaret's. Services follow traditional Anglican liturgy with Bible-based sermons. All services are available via live streaming and recorded archives for remote participation.
Sacramental Rites
Comprehensive sacramental ministry including baptisms, weddings, and funerals. Our clergy provide pastoral guidance for life's significant moments, combining sacred tradition with personal care for individuals and families throughout the parish community.
Children's Ministry
Age-appropriate activities for children and young people from pre-school through late teens. Our programs combine faith formation with community building, offering engaging content that nurtures spiritual growth and intergenerational connections within the parish.
Audio Sermons
Comprehensive library of recorded sermons accessible by speaker or series. This resource enables parishioners to revisit teachings, explore specific themes, and engage with biblical messages at their convenience through digital platforms.
Safeguarding
Robust safeguarding framework following House of Bishops guidelines. Trained parish officers and diocesan support ensure safe environments for all, with clear reporting channels and immediate response protocols for child, youth, and adult protection concerns.
People
Lynne Trudgill
LAY READER
Lay Reader at St Margaret's since 2001, Lynne focuses on personal spiritual development through one-to-one and group ministry. She contributes to church governance at parish, deanery, and diocesan levels.
Janine Parrington
Parish Administrator
Manages administrative operations for Padiham Parish, serving as primary contact for general inquiries and parish coordination. Available for support with church-related matters and information requests.
Claire Beattie
Parish Safeguarding Officer
Responsible for safeguarding matters within the parish, Claire provides confidential support for child, youth, and adult protection concerns following established church safety protocols.
Questions
What worship services are available?
We offer traditional Anglican services at St Leonard's (09:30 & 17:30) and St Margaret's (11:00) on Sundays, with live streaming and recorded sermons available online.
How can I access past sermons?
Our audio sermon library contains all recent services, accessible by speaker or series through our website for convenient listening at any time.
What family services do you provide?
We offer baptisms, weddings, and funerals with pastoral support, plus age-specific activities for children and youth from pre-school to late teens.
Where are your churches located?
St Leonard's Church is at Church Street, Padiham BB12 8HG, and St Margaret's Church is at Manchester Road, Hapton BB11 5RF.
