Services in the Langtons – Autumn 2025

Posted on 01/10/2025 by St Peter's Church, Church Langton, Leicestershire

Welcome to the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness as John Keats memorably said in his poem, ‘Ode to Autumn’ – a beautiful warm season full of colour and life. Here are the services for this beautiful time of year.

Key: H.C. – Holy Communion AAW – All Age Worship

SEPTEMBER
7th         Thorpe Langton           H.C.      6.00pm            Martin Hathaway
14th      Church Langton           H.C      10.30am          Martin Hathaway
21st       Tur Langton                 Harvest 4.30pm   Crystal McAllister
28th      Church Langton           AAW 10.30am       Maxine Johnson

OCTOBER

5th          Thorpe Langton          Evenson 6.00pm     Maxine Johnson
12th      Church Langton           AAW 10.30pm HarvestMaxine Johnson
19th      Tur Langton                 H.C. 10.30m Martin Hathaway
26th      Church Langton           H.C. 10.30am Martin Hathaway
31st Church Langton All Souls 6.30pm Martin Hathaway

NOVEMBER

2nd       Thorpe Langton           H.C. 6.00pm Martin Hathaway
9th        Church Langton           10.30am Remembrance Martin Hataway (Max to preach)
16th      Tur Langton                 AAW 10.30am Maxine Johnson
23rd       Church Langton           H.C. 10.30am Martin Hathaway
30th      To Be Confirmed            Deanery Service

DECEMBER

14th      Church Langton           H.C. 10.30am Martin Hathaway
16th Church Langton Carol Service Martin Hathaway
21st      Tur Langton                 Carols. 4.30pm Martin Hathaway
24th      Church Langton           H.C. 11.00pm Martin Hathaway
25th      Thorpe Langton           AAW 10.30am Maxine Johnson
28th      To Be Confirmed            Deanery Service

Worship for Launde Deanery

Posted on 05/09/2025 by St Peter's Church, Church Langton, Leicestershire

Including St Peter’s Church Langton

Welcome to September and the beautiful season of Autumn. According to the Met Office, this summer has been the hottest in the UK since records began; so the rains we’ve had in the first few days of September have been most welcome.

New month and new service pattern.

We are delighted to share updated information for the whole of the Launde Deanery. With a special note of a late change for St. Peter’s, as Rev Martin will not be able to take the Service on 28th September. Therefore, Maxine Johnson will take an All Age Worship service that day.

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Enjoy the beautiful and bountiful season of Autumn and we look forward to seeing you soon,

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Image showing the service pattern and worship for September 2025 in the Launde Deanery, Leicestershire.

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The local community newsletter came out this week and should be uploaded soon to the Community Hall website.

SUMMER TOURS OF ST. PETER’S, CHURCH LANGTON

Posted on 05/07/2025 by St Peter's Church, Church Langton, Leicestershire

Discover the Hidden Treasures of St. Peter’s Church, Church Langton
Guided Tours – Sundays, July 6th & 20th at 1:30pm
Church Langton, Market Harborough, LE16 7SZ

Step inside one of Leicestershire’s most striking historic churches and uncover centuries of fascinating stories, stunning craftsmanship, and artistic treasures.

Join us for a guided tour of St. Peter’s, Church Langton – a grand and imposing parish church packed with unique features and rich history. Highlights include:

A rare Sheela-na-Gig – a mysterious and ancient stone carving of a naked female figure, believed to offer protection and ward off evil
A beautifully preserved 17th-century font canopy and offertory box
Glorious Pre-Raphaelite stained-glass windows
A breathtaking alabaster reredos of The Last Supper
A musical milestone – the first parish church to host a performance of Handel’s Messiah in 1759

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious, this tour promises a captivating glimpse into England’s religious and cultural heritage.

Admission: £5 adults – Children FREE
No booking required – just turn up!

After the tour, relax and enjoy homemade cream teas in the peaceful surroundings of this picturesque village.

Contact: Roz on 01858 545160 or email r.folwell@btinternet.com for more details.

Come and explore the stories carved in stone, painted in glass, and sung in history — only at St. Peter’s, Church Langton.