Welcome to St Margaret’s
St Margaret’s Barking is a wonderful historic church. It stands on the site of Barking Abbey, one of the most ancient Christian sites in the country, where people have prayed for over 1,300 years. Today it is home to a vibrant multi-cultural Christian community.
We join in worship at 8:30am & 11am every Sunday morning.
We share Holy Communion at 12:30pm every Thursday.
We normally say Morning Prayer on Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30am
If you would like to arrange a visit to St Margaret’s during the week
please email office@stmargaretschurchbarking.com
Whoever you are, wherever you are from and whatever place you find yourself on your journey of faith; you are welcome here.
Room Hire at
St Margaret’s Centre
We have a variety of rooms available to hire in our Church Centre. Please click the link for more information and to book through Sharesy.
Latest News
A Moveable Feast
I remember when I was a child sitting in the choir stalls at Crediton Parish…
News 6 April
Events this WeekSunday 6 April8:30am Holy Communion11am All Age WorshipMonday 17 March8:30am Morning Prayer onlineTuesday…
News 16 March
Events this WeekSunday 16 March8:30am Holy Communion11am Holy Communion with Dove Club & Youth GroupMonday…
Sunday Worship
8:30am
8:30am is a said Holy Communion service. This is a quiet and reflective way to worship early on a Sunday morning.
Sunday Worship
11:00am
11am is an uplifting service where we normally share Holy Communion together. Dove Club, our children’s group, meets during the service most weeks.
Youth & Children’s Work
We have a range of activities for Children & Young people aged 0-18.
Please click the link to find out more information and to get in touch with Sarah Twitchett, our Youth & Children’s Worker.
In Conversation with Jennie & Mark
Join with Revd Mark and his wife Revd Jennie Adams as they discuss next week’s Bible Passage. Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts & YouTube
Giving to
St Margaret’s
Your support makes St Margaret’s possible. You can make a donation to our work by credit or debit card, as a one-off or regular gift. Click below for more information
The Church
St Margaret’s Church is home to a vibrant Christian Community. Follow this link to find out more about what we do and the history of our beautiful building
Barking Abbey
Barking Abbey has a rich history dating back to 666AD. Read on to find out more about this fascinating story and why the Abbey is no longer with us
Midweek Prayer
on Zoom
On Mondays and Wednesdays meet at 8:30am to say Morning Prayer. These all happen on Zoom. You can find out more by clicking the link:
Baptisms
We welcome people of all ages for baptism, from new born babies to adults. For adult baptism please contact the Vicar, Revd Mark Adams.
For Infant and child baptism please click the button below.
Weddings
If you are looking for a wedding venue, we would be delighted to welcome you to St Margaret’s.
We hope that your day with us will have the extra meaning that getting married in church can bring, especially in such an historic site.
Funerals
If you would like to funeral of your loved one to take place at St Margaret’s, then we would consider it a privilege to do so.
Please ask your Funeral Director to contact us and we will make all the arrangements with them.
If you would like more information or have concerns then please contact our Vicar, Revd Mark Adams, who will be pleased to help you.
Safeguarding
St Margaret’s Barking is committed to the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people and adults.
We aim to support everyone affected by abuse, in all its forms: physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, spiritual, neglect (including self-neglect), financial, discriminatory and organisational.
If you are at risk of harm or know someone who is, please report your concern by contacting Carol Brabender our Parish Safeguarding Officer Carol Brabender cbrabender457@btinternet.com Every concern matters – no matter how small.
What Our People Say!
St Margaret’s gives the opportunity to serve God and the fulfilment and joy experienced from serving is a great feeling.
These, as well as the great fellowship and friendships developed and enjoyed with members of the congregation over the years, makes St Margaret’s feel like home and family to us.
Each week I look forward to service, and always feel happy and at peace here. I have two families – the family that I was born into, but also my Church family at St Margaret’s.
