Joining a thanksgiving or funeral service online

We would all want to be at the thanksgiving or funeral service of somebody we love; but, if that is not possible, then being able to join the service remotely can still be a great comfort.

To join a service remotely you will need the connection details below.

We use Zoom to provide a video and audio connection to the service - please keep your own microphone muted during the service to avoid interrupting it for others.

If you have not used Zoom before you may need to download the application to your device. Follow this link (Download Zoom) and choose the one most suitable for your device. It is possible to join a Zoom connection without installing the application by using your internet browser, but it will work better if Zoom is installed.

To join you can either simply follow the direct link to the Zoom meeting shown below - the meeting ID and passcode are encoded in the link and so it should allow you to join without entering these. If you have any problems with this, you can enter the meeting ID and passcode into your device's Zoom application.

You might like to test Zoom on your system by using the direct link. Unless the Zoom connection is open in the church you should see a message saying something like 'Please wait for the host to start this meeting'. This indicates that your device is connecting properly, and that when the meeting is opened you will be connected automatically to the church.

If you are having problems making Zoom work on your device then visit Zoom's help page at Joining a Zoom meeting where there is advice for connection with most kinds of device.

For the funeral service for Shirley Johnson

St Mary's Church, Chartham on 16th October 2024

Follow this direct link to join the service directly:

Zoom connection to the funeral service for Shirley Johnson (direct connection)

If the order of service is available, it can be downloaded or viewed by following this link:

Order of service (the order of service will open in a new tab)

If you prefer to enter the details manually into your Zoom application:

Meeting ID: 870 4261 1425
Passcode: 273056

For security reasons there may be a short wait while you are connected to the service.

Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
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Planning your Visit

A Warm Welcome

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet at St.Mary's (details below) for our Sunday Service starting at 10am. When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone on our Welcome Team.

We serve tea, coffee and biscuits afterward. It is a great way to meet people, or simply take time to find your bearings. All refreshments are free.

Plan your journey:

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Accessibility: There is wheelchair access, and a sound loop for anyone who needs it. Please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up. There are disabled toilets in the main foyer.

Our Service

The main service begins at 10am with a warm welcome..
Visit our This Sunday page for more information

Children

Getting Connected

Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, some afternoons and some evenings. Check out Small Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team.

Get in touch with us to plan your visit

If you would like to come and visit the church beforehand you are more than welcome! Get in touch and we can arrange a time that suits you.

Name:

Telephone:

Email Address:
Comments / Questions or anything you would like to say?

Next, we will contact you by email to say hello and help arrange anything necessary for your visit.

We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home at our church.

Best Wishes