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“Jerusalem” William Blake (1757-1827) and Sir Hubert Parry (1848-1918)

November 1, 2016

This article was first published in the October 2016 issue of our Parish Magazine.

Which of us has not ever sung “Jerusalem” … More “Jerusalem” William Blake (1757-1827) and Sir Hubert Parry (1848-1918)

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There is a Country Far Beyond the Stars – Parry (1848-1918)

October 5, 2016

Sir Charles Hubert Hastings Parry, 1st Baronet, was an English composer, probably best known for stirring hymns and anthems such as “Jerusalem” and “I Was Glad” … More There is a Country Far Beyond the Stars – Parry (1848-1918)

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Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring – J S Bach (1685-1750)

September 4, 2016

This article was first published in the August 2016 edition of the parish magazine … More Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring – J S Bach (1685-1750)

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Anniversary Sunday 2016

July 21, 2016

Anniversary Sunday this year was on 26 June. The Sunday School children were active leaders in the service, preparing prayers, forming the Offertory party, and singing three anthems… … More Anniversary Sunday 2016

Anniversary Sunday 2016

Happy Birthday, Queen Elizabeth!

July 21, 2016

Saturday 18 June was the date on which members of St Margaret’s Community came together to celebrate the 90th birthday of HRH Queen Elizabeth with an informal concert… … More Happy Birthday, Queen Elizabeth!

Happy Birthday, Queen Elizabeth!

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Safeguarding

Our Safeguarding Officers are:

Jacqueline J (children)

Andrew G (vulnerable adults)

They can be reached on PSO@stmargaretprestwich.com or via the Safeguarding page of this website

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Prestwich and Kersal Mission Community

St Margaret’s and St George’s are both members of Prestwich and Kersal Mission Community within the Bury and Rossendale Deanery.

Parish Buildings

St Margaret's Church, St George's Church, St Margaret's Church House and the Lady Wilton Hall (Simister) are all available for hire. Please submit your enquiries via the Contact Page. St Margaret's Community Centre is not currently taking bookings.

Upcoming Events

  • Wholeness and wellbeing May 1, 2026 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Wholeness and Wellbeing May 1, 2026 at 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Holy Communion May 3, 2026 at 8:00 am – 9:00 am St Margaret's

Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals

Baptisms, Banns of Marriage, Weddings and Funerals can be arranged by contacting the ministry team via the Contact page.

Weekly Services

St Margaret’s Church serves the Holyrood district of Prestwich; St George’s Church serves Simister. Sunday Services at St Margaret’s are at 8am (Holy Communion), 9.45am (Sung Eucharist) and 4pm on some Sundays (said, style varies, check the calendar below). Sunday services at St George’s are at 11.15am. St Margaret’s also offers a service of Holy Communion at 10am every Wednesday, followed by coffee.

Find St Margaret's Here:

2 St Margaret's Road
Prestwich
Manchester M25 2QB

Find St George's Here:

Nutt Lane, Simister
Manchester M25 2RS
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