Thurstable and Winstree Team Ministry
serving the parishes of Tolleshunt Knights with Tiptree, Great Braxted, Copford, Easthorpe, Messing, Inworth,
Layer de la Haye, Layer Breton with Birch, and Layer Marney
The 'Layer' Parishes
Layer de la Haye • Layer Breton with Birch • Layer Marney
Forthcoming Events - Dates for your Diary
• The normal times and places of Sunday services in the Layer parishes are published on the Services page, but please check this page for any changes to the normal pattern.
• References below to 'Five Parishes' services are to joint services for the Copford, Easthorpe and three Layer parishes.
• Benefice services are joint services for the nine parishes in our Thurstable and Winstree benefice.
Thursday, 19th July 2018
7-00pm Layer de la Haye School Leavers' Service at St John the Baptist
Sunday, 22nd July 2018 MARY MAGDALENE
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services except that:
There will be NO EVENING SERVICE at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye.
An alternative option is:
6-00pm Evensong at St Mary the Virgin, EASTHORPE
Sunday, 29th July 2018 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY (fifth Sunday in the month)
9-30am Five Parishes Holy Communion at St Mary the Virgin, LAYER MARNEY.
This service will be a 'Lammas' celebration. So what is Lammas? Lammas or ‘Loaf-mass’ is a traditional celebration that marks the first harvest of the season. Held around the beginning of August, it is a thanksgiving for these first-fruits. In the service, a loaf made with grains from the wheat harvest is presented and part of this loaf will be used as the bread in Holy Communion.
PLEASE NOTE that on this Sunday there will be NO services at our other four churches,
Layer de la Haye, Layer Breton, Copford or Easthorpe.
6-00pm Team 'Songs of Praise' at All Saints, Messing.
Please note that there will be NO Evening Prayer service at Layer de la Haye.
Wednesday, 1st August 2018
10-00am to 11-30am Birch & Layer Breton 'Pop Up' Coffee Shop
at St Mary's Church, Layer Breton Heath
Proper coffee, tea and delicious cakes. Pop in and enjoy this informal social get-together which is held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information telephone 331898.
12 Noon Men's Monthly Pub Lunch at the Fox, Layer de la Haye
It's simple, totally informal, no strings and we each pay for our own order. By the Sunday before the lunch please contact Jon Smith (email Jon or call him on 07814-116-590) to let him know if you're coming as we pre-order our food at the Fox.
We're a friendly bunch of men from Layer de la Haye and nearby villages. Around 14 of us attend the lunches - and newcomers are always welcome. Over an hour or so we have some drinks, a lunch and a chat - pub, drink, food, good company - a no brainer really! Our lunches are at 12 noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month. In odd numbered months we meet at the Donkey & Buskins and in even numbered months we meet at the Fox.
Sundays - 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th August 2018
2-00pm to 5-00pm Layer de la Haye Church Tower Open to Visitors.
Layer de la Haye Church Tower will again be open on Sunday afternoons in August. See the historic bells and enjoy the fine views over Abberton Reservoir from the tower roof.
Picture courtesy of and © Jon Smith 2018.
It is well worth the effort to climb to the top of the tower. Our team of helpers will be on hand to ensure your safety on the way up - and down again! On the way up you will be able to see the steel bell-frame which houses our six bells, and the original wooden mediaeval bell frame which it replaced.
At busy times you may have to wait a short while before being allowed into the tower. There is very limited space up in the tower and there may be a need to let earlier visitors come down so that there is room for you to go up!
We regret that access to the roof (via three small fixed ladders) is restricted and not suitable for the disabled. Visitors are advised to avoid wearing high heels or skirts.
Visitors will be treated to our customary warm welcome and light refreshment will be available.
There will be a charge of £3 per adult. All money raised will be used for the upkeep of the church, so if you can donate a bit more than the £3 per adult then that would be much appreciated. There will be no charge for children under age 16 but they must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Sunday, 5th August 2018 TENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
Sunday, 12th August 2018 ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
Sunday, 19th August 2018 TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
Sunday, 26th August 2018 THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page except that:
There will be NO EVENING SERVICE at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye.
Sunday, 2nd September 2018 FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page, except:
4-30pm Evening Prayer at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye
instead of the usual time of 6-00pm.
Wednesday, 5th September 2018
10-00am to 11-30am Birch & Layer Breton 'Pop Up' Coffee Shop
at St Mary's Church, Layer Breton Heath
Proper coffee, tea and delicious cakes. Pop in and enjoy this informal social get-together which is held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information telephone 331898.
12 Noon Men's Monthly Pub Lunch at the Donkey & Buskins, Layer de la Haye
It's simple, totally informal, no strings and we each pay for our own order. By the Sunday before the lunch please contact Jon Smith (email Jon or call him on 07814-116-590) to let him know if you're coming so he can confirm numbers to the pub.
We're a friendly bunch of men from Layer de la Haye and nearby villages. Around 14 of us attend the lunches - and newcomers are always welcome. Over an hour or so we have some drinks, a lunch and a chat - pub, drink, food, good company - a no brainer really! Our lunches are at 12 noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month. In odd numbered months we meet at the Donkey & Buskins and in even numbered months we meet at the Fox.
Sunday, 9th September 2018 FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
Sunday, 16th September 2018 SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
The 10.30 am Service at Layer de la Haye will be a PETS SERVICE.
Sunday, 23rd September 2018 SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page except that:
There will be NO EVENING SERVICE at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye.
Wednesday, 26th September 2018
Evening Benefice Confirmation Service at St Luke, Tiptree
At which candidates will be confirmed by Bishop Roger, Bishop of Colchester. Time to be announced.
Sunday, 30th September 2018 EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY (fifth Sunday in the month)
9-30am Five Parishes Holy Communion at St Michael & All Angels, Copford.
Please note that on this Sunday there will be NO morning services at our other four churches,
Layer Marney, Layer de la Haye, Layer Breton or Easthorpe.
6-00pm Team Service at St Mary the Virgin, Layer Breton.
Please note that there will be NO Evening Prayer service at Layer de la Haye.
Wednesday, 3rd October 2018
10-00am to 11-30am Birch & Layer Breton 'Pop Up' Coffee Shop
at St Mary's Church, Layer Breton Heath
Proper coffee, tea and delicious cakes. Pop in and enjoy this informal social get-together which is held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information telephone 331898.
12 noon Harvest Festival Service at St Mary the Virgin, Layer Breton.
12 Noon Men's Monthly Pub Lunch at the Fox, Layer de la Haye
It's simple, totally informal, no strings and we each pay for our own order. By the Sunday before the lunch please contact Jon Smith (email Jon or call him on 07814-116-590) to let him know if you're coming as we pre-order our food at the Fox.
We're a friendly bunch of men from Layer de la Haye and nearby villages. Around 14 of us attend the lunches - and newcomers are always welcome. Over an hour or so we have some drinks, a lunch and a chat - pub, drink, food, good company - a no brainer really! Our lunches are at 12 noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month. In odd numbered months we meet at the Donkey & Buskins and in even numbered months we meet at the Fox.
Friday, 5th October 2018
Quiz Night
at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Layer de la Haye.
In aid of church funds. More details will be published in due course but in the meantime please note the date in your diary.
Sunday, 7th October 2018
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page with the following addition:
6-00pm Harvest Festival at St Mary the Virgin, Layer Marney
to be followed by the traditional Harvest Supper.
Sunday, 14th October 2018
Services in the Layer parishes will be at the normal times and places,
as published on the Services page.
10-30am Harvest Festival at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye.
Saturday, 27th October 2018
British Summer Time ends tonight Clocks go BACK one hour
Wednesday, 7th November 2018
10-00am to 11-30am Birch & Layer Breton 'Pop Up' Coffee Shop
at St Mary's Church, Layer Breton Heath
Proper coffee, tea and delicious cakes. Pop in and enjoy this informal social get-together which is held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information telephone 331898.
12 Noon Men's Monthly Pub Lunch at the Donkey & Buskins, Layer de la Haye
It's simple, totally informal, no strings and we each pay for our own order. By the Sunday before the lunch please contact Jon Smith (email Jon or call him on 07814-116-590) to let him know if you're coming so he can confirm numbers to the pub.
We're a friendly bunch of men from Layer de la Haye and nearby villages. Around 14 of us attend the lunches - and newcomers are always welcome. Over an hour or so we have some drinks, a lunch and a chat - pub, drink, food, good company - a no brainer really! Our lunches are at 12 noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month. In odd numbered months we meet at the Donkey & Buskins and in even numbered months we meet at the Fox.
Sunday, 11th November 2018 REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
Friday, 30th November 2018
Cheese and Wine Evening at Layer de la Haye
In aid of church funds. More details will be published in due course but in the meantime please note the date in your diary.
Wednesday, 5th December 2018
10-00am to 11-30am Birch & Layer Breton 'Pop Up' Coffee Shop
at St Mary's Church, Layer Breton Heath
Proper coffee, tea and delicious cakes. Pop in and enjoy this informal social get-together which is held on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information telephone 331898.
12 Noon Men's Monthly Pub Lunch at the Fox, Layer de la Haye
It's simple, totally informal, no strings and we each pay for our own order. By the Sunday before the lunch please contact Jon Smith (email Jon or call him on 07814-116-590) to let him know if you're coming as we pre-order our food at the Fox.
We're a friendly bunch of men from Layer de la Haye and nearby villages. Around 14 of us attend the lunches - and newcomers are always welcome. Over an hour or so we have some drinks, a lunch and a chat - pub, drink, food, good company - a no brainer really! Our lunches are at 12 noon on the 1st Wednesday of each month. In odd numbered months we meet at the Donkey & Buskins and in even numbered months we meet at the Fox.
2019
Saturday, 30th March 2019
British Summer Time starts tomorrow Clocks go FORWARD one hour tonight.
Wednesday, 10th April 2019
7-30pm Layer de la Haye Annual Parish and Annual Parochial Church Meetings
at St John the Baptist, Layer de la Haye.
At the Annual Parish Meeting, which is open to all parishioners, there will be the election of the churchwarden for the forthcoming year. This is followed by the Annual Parochial Church Meeting at which elections are held to fill vacancies on the Parochial Church Council (PCC); those on the church's electoral roll are entitled to vote. Finally, there is a closed meeting of the newly-constituted PCC to transact other essential business.
Saturday, 26th October 2019
British Summer Time ends tonight Clocks go BACK one hour
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