Ministry Centre
A key resource at the centre of our community; helping people to connect, build friendships, share hospitality and explore questions about faith.
Come as you are.
Everyone is welcome
Jesus said: “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life”. John 8:12
Welcome to Christ Church Aughton
Serving our community, accepting people as they are and sharing the good news of Jesus. Whether you’re new to the area, exploring faith, visiting or looking for a place to call home, you’re so welcome here!
Interregnum
Last November, we said farewell to our Vicar, the Rev’d Sarah O’Donoghue, wishing her well in her new role within the Diocese of Blackburn. Consequently, we have entered into a period of interregnum, nowadays called a ‘vacancy’, which is a legal process that we have to go through.
During this period of interregnum, Rev’d Graham Rutter and Rev’d Janet Roberts are leading our church. Short biographies for Graham and Janet can be found within the About Us page here.
Update: We continue to make good progress in the process leading to the appointment of a new Vicar, only awaiting the final documents to be uploaded to advertise the position. These documents include a Parish Profile (which informs what Christ Church is about to the new vicar) which can be viewed here.
A six-member interview panel has now been appointed to lead the selection process. The panel comprises two Representatives from the Christ Church PCC, the Area Dean, the Deanery Lay Representative, our Patron Rev Andrew Housley and the Archdeacon (who is the Bishop’s Representative). These representatives (five males and one female) will be responsible for conducting candidate interviews which will hopefully lead to the recommendation of a preferred candidate to the Bishop. The preferred candidate will then meet with the bishop of Liverpool for Episcopal consent to the appointment.
It is anticipated that applications for the post will be received over the next 4-6 weeks, albeit most likely after Easter, with a further 2 weeks taken to prepare a shortlist of suitable candidates. (This process of shortlisting will be anonymised, removing all personal details, so that the process is balanced, fair and free of any unconscious bias).
Taking everything into consideration, the best outcome would see the new Vicar being welcomed to Christ Church in September at an Installation Service conducted by the Bishop.
Children and Young Persons Worker
Christ Church Aughton is looking to recruit a Children and Young Persons Worker to inspire and engage children and young people to worship pray and learn. Key benefits:
Full‐time, permanent role. Salary £20–£24,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications. Employers’ pension contributions. Accommodation included if required.
For more information about the role, a job description and person specification plus details of how to apply, please click here.
Electoral Roll
2025 is the year in which the Church of England replaces existing Electoral Rolls for a new one. This is to keep it accurate. Applications for inclusion on the new Roll have now closed. Once completed, the new Roll will be displayed at the back of church from 6th April to 27th so you can check it for accuracy and any necessary alterations made.
Why do you need to be on the roll? Fair question. Because it gives you the right to vote at the APCM and most offices, for example Wardens and PCC members, within the Church require the holder to be on the Roll.
The Church of England notice of preparation of new Roll can be viewed here.
Worship & Prayer
Is at the heart of all we do
Sunday Worship
Sunday
Worship
Jesus said: “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20
Learn more about our Sunday gatherings.
Mid-week Holy Communion
Jesus said: “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.” John 6:35
We invite you to join us for Holy Communion on the last Wednesday of each month at 11.50 am in the Ministry Centre.
Prayer
Prayer
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:6 (Letter from St. Paul the Apostle to the church of Phillipi)
We believe that when we pray, God listens and that prayer makes a difference. We invite you to join us in prayer, or send a request and we will pray for you.
Life Events
Celebrating the births, marriages and lives of those in our local community
Baptisms
We offer thanksgiving services and baptisms (christenings) for children and adults
Weddings
Congratulations! We’d love to talk to you about getting married at Christ Church Aughton.
Funerals
We’re sorry for your loss and are here to support you through what can be a difficult time
Connect & Grow
Deepening our relationship with Jesus and each other
Are you looking to connect with others on a social and/or spiritual level? A wide range of group activities are available for all ages
Are you seeking to deepen your faith and grow your spirituality within our church community? Join one of our LYFE groups or discipleship courses.
Safeguarding
Christ Church, Aughton, takes its duty and obligation to protect all extremely seriously. We have adopted the national Church of England’s robust procedures and guidelines. You can find out more about the national policies and procedures at www.churchofengland.org/safeguarding.
If you have any safeguarding concerns or issues on a safeguarding matter then you can find useful contact information at https://liverpoolcofe.org/safeguarding-matters/
Christ Church is part of the Church of England.
Registered Charity No. 1129036
Contact Us
- 01695 424530
- christchurchaughton@gmail.com
- Christ Church, Long Lane, Aughton, Lancashire, L39 5AS
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