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St Giles' Church

We are an open and welcoming church in the heart of Pontefract

Notices

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Notices 08.12.2024

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Service Times

Sunday Parish Eucharist: 10:15am

Wednesday Mass: 9:30am

Friday Mass: 10:30am

Church Opening Times

Monday – Thursday: 10am – 2pm

Friday: 10am – 12 noon

Saturday: 9am – 12 noon

(The opportunity to pray or light a candle is available on each day)

Café Opening Times

Wednesday: 10am – 12 noon

Saturday: 9am – 12 noon

(Lunch with Us is held on Wednesdays, 12.30-14:00)

What's On

We invite you to join us at a range of events held throughout the year

Organ Recitals - St Giles' Church

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Christmas Services 2024 - Please refer to the poster for service information and location.

01/12/2024 to 31/12/2024

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Pontefract Choral Society Christmas Concert - St Giles' Church, Pontefract

07/12/2024 (4:00 pm)

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Christmas Draw 2024 - St Giles' Church, Pontefract

14/12/2024 (11:00 am)

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Be sure to check our calendar for community groups and other events regularly held at St Giles' Church

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A Message From Our Ministry Team

Welcome to St Giles’ with St Mary’s, Pontefract.

St Giles’ is an open and welcoming church ‘at the heart of the town’. Located in Pontefract Town Centre, we are a hive of activity, with a wide variety of events taking place throughout the week. Yet our beautiful church building also provides a peaceful space for prayer and reflection, open to all.

We are a friendly and faithful community, gathering regularly for worship. We would love you to join us.

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History

Discover the rich and fascinating history of our church, which goes back almost 900 years.

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Children and Families

Learn about our groups and activities especially suitable for children and families.

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St Giles’ Centre

St Giles' Centre offers various spaces for hire to a wide range of community organisations.

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Life Events

Baptisms

We hold regular baptism services for both adults and children.

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Weddings

Let the stunning interior of St Giles’ Church provide the perfect venue for your wedding.

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Funerals

Learn more about arranging a funeral service at St Giles' Church in Pontefract.

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The Benefice

St Giles' Church is in the Benefice of Pontefract, a group of local Anglican churches. Discover the other churches in our Benefice.

St. Mary's Church

All Saints Church

We are grateful to have received funding from: