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- [News & Events](https://www.croydonminster.org/news-events/) - BlogLunchtime recitals resume for Summer term 2026Apr 7, 2026 | EventsOur popular lunchtime recitals resume on Friday 17 April and run until 3 July, featuring some world class musicians as well as students from our local schools. There is a range of collaborative and solo work that is sure to make your Friday lunchtimes special….
- [Lunchtime recitals resume for Summer term 2026](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-resume-for-summer-term-2026/) - Our popular lunchtime recitals resume on Friday 17 April and run until 3 July, featuring some world class musicians as well as students from our local schools. There is a range of collaborative and solo work that is sure to make your Friday lunchtimes special. Admission is free and donations are gratefully received.
- [Lunchtime Recitals 2026](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-2026/) - Our popular Lunchtime Recital Series resumes on Friday 16th January with cellists Erlend Vestby & Théa-Rose Lester Mumford playing a range of works arranged for cello duo. Free admission, donations gratefully received.
- [Lunchtime Recitals for Autumn 2025](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-for-autumn-2025/) - Our ever-popular recitals resume on 19th September with world class and emerging musicians performing a range of works and styles. Our newly acquired Steinway piano features in a number of them, played by soloists, four hands duos and accompanists - it really is worth a listen. Fridays at 1.10pm for 40 mins. Admission is free
- [CATHEDRAL MUSIC TRUST GRANT](https://www.croydonminster.org/cathedral-music-trust-grant/) - We are thrilled to share that the Cathedral Music Trust has made a remarkable investment of £470,000 this year to support the music departments of 27 cathedrals and churches across the UK — and the Minster is one of them. We are grateful to have been awarded a generous £15,000 grant to support the vital work of our four section leaders. These talented
- [Lunchtime Recitals resume for the Summer term](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-resume-for-the-summer-term/) - Our ever-popular lunchtime recitals resume on Friday May 16 at 1.10pm. Join us for 40 minutes of music performed by talented students and emerging world-class musicians. Free with a donation requested.
- [Parish Magazine for February / March 2025](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-february-march-2025/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February - March 2025.
- [Lunchtime Recitals 2025](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-2025/) - Our next series of lunchtime recitals begins on Friday January 17, 2025. Featuring students from our local schools and London conservatoires, as well as a number of emerging musicians, the recitals run for 40 minutes, starting at 1.10pm. Bring your lunch and enjoy beautiful music in our stunning surroundings. It certainly beats having lunch at
- [Parish Magazine for December 2024 / January 2025](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-december-2024-january-2025/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine December 2024 - January 2025.
- [Parish Magazine for October / November 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-october-november-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine October - November 2024.
- [Lunchtime Recitals resume](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-resume/) - Our lunchtime recital series resumes on Friday September 20th. Come and enjoy 40 minutes of music performed by emerging young artists. Recitals start at 1.10pm and admission is free.
- [Parish Magazine for August / September 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-august-september-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine August - September 2024.
- [Parish Magazine for June/July 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-june-july-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine June - July 2024.
- [Lunchtime Recitals resume on April 19th](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-resume-on-april-19th/) - The next series of our popular Friday lunchtime recitals begins on April 19th. Once again featuring young artists from our local schools and conservatoires, as well as emerging artists on the international circuit, these 40 minute musical interludes will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired. Why not come along?!
- [Parish Magazine for April / May 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-april-may-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine April - May 2024.
- [Holy Week & Easter](https://www.croydonminster.org/holy-week-easter/)
- [Words & Music for Holy Week](https://www.croydonminster.org/words-music-for-holy-week/)
- [Separated Child Packing Days](https://www.croydonminster.org/separated-child-packing-days/) - Following our Harvest and Lent Packing days in aid of the Separated Child Foundation we have been lucky enough to gain funding from the Diocese to enable further sessions over the next few months in the Minster hall. Our first session is this coming Sunday, 30th July. I do hope you can join us. For
- [Memorial Plaque for Martin How MBE](https://www.croydonminster.org/memorial-plaque-for-martin-how-mbe/) - 2023-081560_Form4Report_2023_10_29 Notice of our plans to install a brass plaque to commemorate the life of Martin How MBE, choir director, organist and composer. For most of his working life, Martin was on staff at the Royal School of Church Music and then for nearly 3 decades was Organist Laureate at Croydon Minster as well as
- [Mozart at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/mozart-at-the-minster/) - On Saturday 11 November at 7:00PM Whitgift School Music Department, Whitgift Chamber Choir, and the Choir of Croydon Minster will present a mesmerising performance of music by Mozart in Croydon Minster. The evening will feature the piano concerto in D minor played by three Whitgift School pupils - Lucian, Ethan, and Kayden - as well as Mozart’s timeless and poignant Requiem, all
- ["Christmas Cheer" at the Minster!](https://www.croydonminster.org/christmas-cheer-at-the-minster/) - Start your Christmas festivities off on Saturday December 9th at 4pm with our own Minster Choir. The concert will feature traditional favourites by John Rutter and others, as well as popular hits from some of our favourite Christmas films including Home Alone, White Christmas, and The Grinch. Be sure to dust off your vocal cords as there
- [The Sixteen - Choral Pilgrimage 2024 - June 10th](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-sixteen-choral-pilgrimage-2024-june-10th/)
- [Lent Programme](https://www.croydonminster.org/lent-programme/) - The season of Lent offers time for reflection, prayer and renewal. At the Minster & St George's we are running a number of activities listed below; and our neighbours at St Mildred's Addiscombe are hosting a series of talks. For details, click here
- [Lent Lunch 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/lent-lunch-2024/) - Thank you to all who joined and supported our Lent Lunch on 25/02/24! It was a wonderful gathering filled with warmth and community spirit. We raised over £300 for the Bishop of Southwark's Lent Call. Big thank you to Elaine Cooper, Susan Williams, Phil Williams, Ann & Dave Young, and Frances Martin for their dedication
- [Parish Magazine for February/March 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-february-march-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February - March 2024
- [Friday Lunchtime Recitals resume for 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/friday-lunchtime-recitals-resume-for-2024/) - Our popular Lunchtime Recitals begin again on Friday January 19 at 1.10pm. As ever, we have a wonderful line up of emerging young artists who are studying at, or recently graduated from, our top music conservatoires. Why not treat yourself by bringing your lunch with you and enjoying beautiful music in our stunning surroundings?
- [Par Son Art -an evening of Renaissance & Contemporary Music](https://www.croydonminster.org/2235-2/) - The programme centres around the little-performed, dramatic musical narratives composed by Guillaume Bouzignac (1587-1643), interspersed with chansons from the previous generation, from the pen of the ever-prolific Orlande de Lassus (1532-1594). These mix with premieres by young composers Greg May, Victoria Longstaff, and Mark Zang, on evocative sacred texts from the same period . Through a tapestry of sacred and secular pieces,
- [Parish Magazine for December 2023 / January 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-december-2023-january-2024/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine December 2023 - January 2024
- [Parish Magazine for October/November 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-october-november-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking on the link here: Parish Magazine October - November 2023.
- [Lunchtime Recital Series Resumes](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recital-series-resumes/) - Our popular lunchtime recital series featuring students and emerging artists from our local area and from London Conservatoires will resume on Friday October 6th. Starting at 1.10pm, each recital is just 40 mins long so you can lave the office and be back at your desk within the hour. Why not pop along?
- [Parish Magazine for September 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-september-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking on the link here: Parish Magazine September 2023.
- [Open House Festival 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/open-house-festival-2023/) - We're delighted that once again we are taking part in the Open House Festival and we'd love to see you here! Full details and the guide are available here: Croydon Minster (openhouse.org.uk)
- [Windrush 75 Celebration](https://www.croydonminster.org/windrush-75-celebration/) - Join us this evening for the Croydon Windrush 75 Celebration. Food stalls, steel band and music from 5 - 6pm and 8.15-9pm, main event in the Minster 6-8.15pm. For more details and to book visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/windrush-75-a-celebration-tickets-600165851217?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
- [Enfleshed Word - A triptych: An installation by artist Anne Grebby](https://www.croydonminster.org/enfleshed-word-a-triptych-an-installation-by-artist-anne-grebby/)
- [Parish Magazine for June/July 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-june-july-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking on the link here: Parish Magazine June - July 2023.
- [Croydon Sings! Event on July 1st](https://www.croydonminster.org/croydon-sings-event-on-july-1st/) - To end the first year of Croydon Sings!, our Singing Development leader, Sophie Garbisu, has once again worked alongside teachers and school communities to present Ship Ahoy!, a joyous celebration of song for our local children and our Minster choristers. All are welcome to come on July 1st at 3pm to support this vital programme
- [Our APCM is on Sunday!](https://www.croydonminster.org/our-apcm-is-on-sunday/) - Our Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) takes place on Sunday May 21st after our 10am service. This is an opportunity for everyone to hear reports from all the various bodies that work in our parish, both at the Minster and at St George's, and to elect church officers for the next year. Here is a
- [The Sixteen: Choral Pilgrimage 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-sixteen-choral-pilgrimage-2023/) - We are delighted that, once again, The Sixteen are bringing their Choral Pilgrimage to Croydon Minster. For information and to book tickets, click here.
- [Lunchtime Recital Series starts May 5th](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recital-series-starts-may-5th/)
- [Parish Magazine for April / May 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-april-may-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking on the link here: Parish Magazine April - May 2023
- [Passiontide, Holy Week & Easter 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/passiontide-holy-week-easter-2023/)
- [Parish Magazine for February / March 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-february-march-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February - March 2023
- [Memorial Service for Martin How](https://www.croydonminster.org/memorial-service-for-martin-how/) - Please join us on Saturday 18 February 2023 when we will be celebrating the life of Martin How at a Come and Sing service at Croydon Minster. This will be followed by a reception (including finger buffet) at the Banqueting Hall, Old Palace of John Whitgift School. The service will start at 2pm and the reception will
- [World Day of Prayer 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/world-day-of-prayer-2023/)
- [Lunchtime Recitals for 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-for-2023/) - Our ever-popular Friday lunchtime recital series resumes on January 20th. Once again, students from our local schools and conservatoires as well as some hugely talented emerging musicians will perform to our appreciative audiences. Why not join us?
- [No Evensong this Sunday January 8th!](https://www.croydonminster.org/no-evensong-this-sunday-january-8th/) - Our Epiphany service on Friday January 6th was a beautiful and intimate occasion sung in the Quire with members of our wonderful Minster Consort. This Sunday evening, we will join with other church communities in our Deanery for an Epiphany Carol Service at St Michael's and All Angels, West Croydon. The service starts at 6pm
- [Procession of Christmas Cribs](https://www.croydonminster.org/procession-of-christmas-cribs/) - These beautiful cribs were displayed in the Minster and blessed at the Crib Service for children and families on Christmas Eve. With thanks to The Minster Junior School, the Ukrainian children at Christ Church C of E Primary School, the Croydon Refugee Day Centre, the Bayes family and residents within Whitgift Care.
- [Minster Choir sings BBC Radio 3 Choral Evensong](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-choir-sings-bbc-radio-3-choral-evensong/) - Our Minster Choir has been invited to record Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Holy Innocents and it will go out at 4pm on Wednesday 28 December, and then again on New Years Day at 3pm. Do have a listen - they are sounding excellent BBC Radio 3 - Choral Evensong, Croydon Minster
- [Christmas Cheer!](https://www.croydonminster.org/christmas-cheer/) - Our next choral concert is just around the corner. We are certain that Christmas Cheer! will ensure that your Christmas celebrations get off to a festive start. The early-evening performance (4:00pm) will feature traditional favourites by David Willcocks, John Rutter and others, as well as popular hits including White Christmas and The Christmas Song. Be sure to dust off your vocal
- [Croydon Sings! School Christmas Carol Service](https://www.croydonminster.org/croydon-sings-school-christmas-carol-service/) - To wrap up our first term working with our Croydon Sings! partner schools, we will be gathering together for a carol service on 6th December at 5.30pm. We are thrilled to welcome singers from the Minster Juniors, Heathfields Academy, Howard Primary, and Aerodrome Primary Academy to sing alongside our choristers. Our Singing Development leader, Sophie Garbisu, has been
- [Parish Magazine for December 2022 / January 2023](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-december-january-2023/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine December 2022 - January 2023
- [Advent & Christmas 2022 at The Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/advent-christmas-2022-at-the-minster/)
- [Lux Aeterna - a concert of reflective music](https://www.croydonminster.org/lux-aeterna-a-concert-of-reflective-music/) - We're pleased to say that tickets are now on sale for our first choral concert of the year. The varied programme features a few nods to Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, including Ralph Vaughan Williams O taste and see and William McKie We wait for thy loving kindness, sung at her coronation and wedding. We conclude the concert with
- [Parish Magazine for October / November 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-october-november-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine October - November 2022
- [Lunchtime Recitals - Autumn series 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-autumn-series-2022/)
- [Open House Weekend at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/open-house-weekend-at-the-minster/) - This year, we will once again take part in London Open House. Come and learn about the vibrant history of this architectural gem in the heart of Croydon Old Town, or just come to soak up the atmosphere and be still. Here is what will be happening: Friday Sept 16: 1 - 3pm 1.30pm Talk
- [The Sixteen at Croydon Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-sixteen-at-croydon-minster/)
- [Funeral Arrangements for Martin How](https://www.croydonminster.org/funeral-arrangements-for-martin-how/) - Martin’s Funeral will take place at Croydon Minster on Tuesday 23rd August at 11.30am. It will be a service shaped by Martin’s wishes as we commend his soul to God. Martin’s body will be received into the church the evening before, Monday 22nd August, arriving between 4-5.30pm. At the Reception of the Body prayers will
- [Martin How - Orders of Service](https://www.croydonminster.org/martin-how-orders-of-service/) - In the event that printed copies of the Orders of Service for the Requiem Mass to be held Monday 22 August at 5.30pm or the Funeral on Tuesday 23 August at 11.30am run out, please find copies to download here: Martin How - Reception of the Body and Requiem Mass FINAL Martin How - Funeral
- [Parish Magazine for August / September 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-august-september-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine August - September 2022.
- [Martin How MBE](https://www.croydonminster.org/martin-how-mbe/) - "The community of Croydon Minster is very sad to learn the news of the death, late on 25th July, of Martin How, our brother-in-Christ, faithful fellow worshipper and Organist Laureate. Martin died having been strengthened by the Rites of the Church and surrounded by love and prayer. May the holy angels sing him to heaven
- [A Celebration of Minster Life](https://www.croydonminster.org/a-celebration-of-minster-life/) - As we marked our patronal festival, the Feast of St John the Baptist, we also celebrated the various activities that take place in our Minster community throughout the year. The attached document was presented as an offering and reflection of the life of our church. You are invited to download a copy to read more here:Reports
- [Sub Organist](https://www.croydonminster.org/sub-organist/) - We are currently recruiting for a Sub-Organist to join our music staff. You can find details here:Sub-Organist 2022
- [Singing Development Leader](https://www.croydonminster.org/singing-development-leader/) - We are launching Croydon Sings! a children’s singing programme that offers enhanced singing support to state primary school children in Croydon who have little or no access to music. We are therefore recruiting a Singing Development Leader to develop this programme in co-ordination with the Minster music staff and deliver it to both local schools
- [Grant from the Cathedral Music Trust](https://www.croydonminster.org/1847-2/) - The Cathedral Music Trust has named Croydon Minster along with 21 choirs around the country, including Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral and St David’s in Wales, to receive grants. The money from the grant will enable a singing development leader to go into schools to promote singing and all the benefits that accrue from it.
- [Parish Magazine for June / July 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-june-july-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine June - July 2022
- [Together! at the Minster - an evening of songs....](https://www.croydonminster.org/together-at-the-minster-an-evening-of-songs/)
- [Lunchtime Recitals Spring/Summer 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recitals-spring-summer-2022/) - Our popular lunchtime recital series resumes on Friday May 6th, featuring emerging young musicians from the local area and the London conservatoires. Free entry but we ask for a minimum donation of £5 to support the work of the Minster.
- [JUBILEE COMMUNITY BUNTING PROJECT](https://www.croydonminster.org/jubilee-community-bunting-project/) - We have planned a ‘Community Bunting Project’ in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and have invited schools, care homes and almshouses to join us. The idea is that anyone in our community can make a triangle of bunting, of their own design. Our Minster Bunting Team will then transform the individual pieces to create
- [Platinum Jubilee Events at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/platinum-jubilee-events-at-the-minster/)
- [Holy Week and Easter at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/holy-week-and-easter-at-the-minster/)
- [Parish Magazine for April / May 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-april-may-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine April - May 2022
- [Parish Magazine for February / March 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-february-march-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February - March 2022
- [Lunchtime Recital Series](https://www.croydonminster.org/lunchtime-recital-series/) - We are delighted that our popular lunchtime recital series resumes on February 4th. We feature students from local schools as well as promising young artists from London Conservatoires in 40 minutes recitals, designed to fit into the lunch break. The recitals are free, but we do ask for a donation of £5 or more to
- [Carols on the Green](https://www.croydonminster.org/carols-on-the-green/) - Join us outside the church for carol singing with the Salvation Army Band on the Minster Green. We welcome the Mayor of Croydon and everyone from our surrounding community to enjoy singing, fellowship and food! Hotdogs (including vegan options), mulled wine and mulled apple juice - all sourced from local traders - will be on sale.
- [A Farewell from our Director of Music](https://www.croydonminster.org/a-farewell-from-our-director-of-music/) - As Dr Ronny Krippner leaves us on Christmas Day, following 8 years at the Minster, he reflects on his time here and the challenges and opportunities he has faced. Walking on Water - Croydon Dec 2021
- [Appointment of New Director of Music](https://www.croydonminster.org/appointment-of-new-director-of-music/) - Croydon Minster and Whitgift School are delighted to announce the appointment of Justin Miller as the new Director of Choral Music at Whitgift and Director of Music at the Minster. Justin will build on the legacy of exemplary Anglican choral music at the Minster and work towards further outreach and integration of music in the
- [Parish Magazine for December 2021 / January 2022](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-december-2021-january-2022/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine December 2021 - January 2022
- [Children's Services at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/childrens-services-at-the-minster/)
- [Acts of Remembrance at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/acts-of-remembrance-at-the-minster/)
- [Director of Choral Music](https://www.croydonminster.org/director-of-choral-music/) - With the imminent departure of Dr Ronny Krippner, we are looking to appoint a Director of Choral Music for January 2022. This is an extremely exciting and unique opportunity for an outstanding person to lead and shape the choral provision and musical direction of both the Minster and nearby Whitgift School. More details here.
- [Parish Magazine for October / November 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-october-november-2021/) - You may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine October - November 2021
- [Parish Magazine for August / September 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-august-september-2021/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine August - September 2021
- [Public Notice - proposal for landscaping around The Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/public-notice-proposal-for-landscaping-around-the-minster/) - In the Consistory Court of the Diocese of Southwark In the parish of Croydon Church of Croydon: St John the Baptist (CROYDON MINSTER) NOTICE IS GIVEN that we are applying to the Consistory Court of the diocese for permission to carry out the following: external re-landscaping around Croydon Minster, including: Alterations to / removal of
- [Parish Magazine for June/July 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-june-july-2021/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine June - July 2021
- [Ronny Krippner](https://www.croydonminster.org/ronny-krippner/) - Our Organist and Director of Music, Dr Ronny Krippner, has been appointed Director of Music at Ripon Cathedral, subject to the usual checks. This is bittersweet news. We will, of course, be sad to say goodbye but are deeply thankful for all Ronny has achieved and proud that he goes to a cathedral of such
- [Parish Magazine for April/May 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-april-may-2021/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine April - May 2021.
- [Holy Week and Easter Services](https://www.croydonminster.org/holy-week-and-easter-services/) - Here is our list of services for Holy Week and Easter. We have a larger capacity from next week in line with our updated COVID policy but it is still limited so if you would like to attend any of our ticketed services then please do book as soon as possible. Tickets (free) for all
- [New Associate Priest for St George's & Minster Team](https://www.croydonminster.org/new-associate-priest-for-st-georges-minster-team/) - We are pleased to announce hat the Reverend David Adamson-Hill, presently Assistant Curate of St George the Martyr, Southwark, St Hugh’s, Bermondsey, and Southwark Cathedral, also in the Diocese of Southwark, has been appointed Associate Priest in the Parish of Croydon with Special Responsibility for St George’s, Waddon, subject to completion of the necessary procedures.
- [Lent 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/lent-2021/) - The season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Due to Covid restrictions, many of our customary activities will take place in a different way. However there is much on offer to the Minster community and beyond for prayer, study and meditation during this period of fasting and preparation for Holy Week and
- [Parish Magazine for February/March 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-february-march-2021/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February - March 2021
- [Appeal for Funding](https://www.croydonminster.org/appeal-for-funding/) - We are launching an appeal to our congregation and friends and supporters in and around Croydon to help fund the costs for restoring stonework on the Minster's medieval tower and doing vital repairs on gutters and downpipes. It is not exciting work but it is fundamental in our care of this precious part of Croydon’s
- [Parish Magazine for December 2020 and January 2021](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-december-2020-and-january-2021/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine December 2020 - January 2021
- [We have received a grant from the Cultural Recovery Fund!](https://www.croydonminster.org/we-have-received-a-grant-from-the-cultural-recovery-fund/) - We are delighted to be able to announce that we have received a grant as part of the Cultural Recovery Fund towards costs for the restoration and essential maintenance of our tower, parapets and roofs. The Church of England awarded a total of £10 million of funding it received from DCMS/Historic England to Major Churches
- [Parish Magazine for October/November 2020](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-october-november-2020/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine October - November 2020.
- [Parish Magazine for June/July](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-june-july/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine June July 2020
- [Parish Magazine for August/September 2020](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-august-september-2020/) - Due to the ongoing restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition of the Parish Magazine in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine August - Sept 2020
- [Minster News](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-news/) - You can find all the latest Minster News right here on these posts. Upcoming events are in our Calendar (just click on the event listing for more information), Music Lists appear under the Music/Choirs drop-down menu, and service times appear under Worship. For any other enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Currently due
- [Appointment of Priest in Charge (Team Vicar Designate) at Croydon, St Andrew & Associate Priest at Croydon Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/appointment-of-priest-in-charge-team-vicar-designate-at-croydon-st-andrew-associate-priest-at-croydon-minster/) - We are pleased to announce that the Reverend Olufolake Makanjuola (known as Folake), presently Assistant Curate at St Peter with St Margaret, in the Diocese of Rochester, has been appointed Priest in Charge (Team Vicar Designate) at Croydon, St Andrew and also Associate Priest at Croydon Minster, subject to completion of the necessary procedures. Details of
- [Regeneration for our Minster Green area](https://www.croydonminster.org/regeneration-for-our-minster-green-area/) - We at the Minster have been working with Croydon Council’s Growth Zone team, to carry out public realm improvement work around the Minster. As part of the process of applying to the Diocese of Southwark for permission to carry out this work, there is a formal 28 days consultation period. It starts on 13/08/2020 and
- [Patronal Festival](https://www.croydonminster.org/patronal-festival/) - Our Patronal Festival (the Feast of St John the Baptist) should have been a major event with a festal Eucharist and a visit from the Bishop of Croydon. Despite the lockdown, the Bishop did come to celebrate and the service was livestreamed with music recorded by members of the Choral Foundation. "Repentance is always about
- [Could you volunteer for CVA?](https://www.croydonminster.org/could-you-volunteer-for-cva/) - Croydon Voluntary Action (CVA) is launching a new 'Croydon Champions' volunteering scheme which is designed to support our local community as lockdown eases. Volunteers are needed to help returning shoppers in Croydon town centre navigate the new socially-distanced shopping experience. CVA are looking for locals (18+) who can provide a friendly welcome and advice on
- [Visit by Bishop Christopher for 150th Anniversary of Consecration](https://www.croydonminster.org/visit-by-bishop-christopher-for-150th-anniversary-of-consecration/) - We are delighted that The Bishop of Southwark, Bishop Christopher, was able to visit the Minster as celebrant and preacher at the Eucharist today. He focused on the Dedication of the Church – buildings and people - as we commemorate this year the 150th anniversary of the consecration of the current church. The service was
- [Month of the Eucharist](https://www.croydonminster.org/month-of-the-eucharist/) - The Ministry Team had planned, earlier in the year for June 2020, to be a focus on the Eucharist with some ‘Bitesize Catechesis’ sessions and a described Eucharist celebration. Instead of getting together for that, Fr Andrew has recorded some short teaching videos on different aspects of the Eucharist. These are available to view on
- [#BLACKLIVESMATTER](https://www.croydonminster.org/blacklivesmatter/) - Fr Andrew has made a video statement in relation to the events in the United States and racism in the UK celebrating the diversity of our congregations and the value of all people, especially through Black and Minority Ethnic heritage https://www.facebook.com/croydonminster/videos/254131579186390/
- [RED CROSS MENTAL HEALTH AND CORONAVIRUS ONLINE COURSE](https://www.croydonminster.org/red-cross-mental-health-and-coronavirus-online-course/) - A Mental Health and Coronavirus online training course has been designed using the British Red Cross’ experience of helping people cope with crises. This short and easy to access online training is aimed at those who may be finding isolation challenging during the lockdown, are experiencing loneliness, anxiety or stress, or are simply struggling with
- [Parish Magazine for April/May](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-for-april-may/) - Due to the restrictions on our movement around Covid-19, there will not be a print edition in circulation. However, you can download your own copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine April - May 2020
- [Prayer resources for use at home](https://www.croydonminster.org/prayer-resources-for-use-at-home/) - Many of us will be feeling very isolated at this challenging time. Fr Joe has prepared a list of resources and downloads that you can access online to enable you to continue your spiritual journey at home. Click here to see it: Coronavirus-Liturgy & Prayer Resources
- [COVID-19 Update](https://www.croydonminster.org/covid-19-update/) - Due to the precautions being taken to try to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), many events are being postponed or cancelled. Please check the calendar or contact the Minster office if you are unsure if a particular event will be taking place.
- [RSCM Come and Sing! on Palm Sunday](https://www.croydonminster.org/rscm-come-and-sing-on-palm-sunday/) - We are delighted that we will be hosting an RSCM Southwark Area Come and Sing! This will be a wonderful opportunity to sing John Henry Maunder’s Passiontide cantata “Olivet to Calvary” under the expert direction of Dr Ronny Krippner, Organist & Director of Music at Croydon Minster. For Singers, the rehearsal will begin at 4pm
- [Bells Update!](https://www.croydonminster.org/bells-update/) - Work began this week on the restoration of our historic bells. Have a look at the photos to see the sheer size of some of the workings and the vertiginous journey they made from the tower to ground level before being taken away to the Foundary.
- [Lent Services, Activities and Courses](https://www.croydonminster.org/lent-services-activities-and-courses/) - “Brothers and sisters in Christ, since early days Christians have observed with great devotion the time of our Lord’s passion and resurrection and prepared for this by a season of penitence and fasting. By carefully keeping these days, Christians take to heart the call to repentance and the assurance of forgiveness proclaimed in the gospel,
- [Central Croydon Good Friday Walk of Witness](https://www.croydonminster.org/central-croydon-good-friday-walk-of-witness/) - Each year, churches in Central Croydon participate in a dramatic presentation of the Passion of Christ as part of the Good Friday Walk of Witness. If you would like to get involved, please contact Toni Suffolk or Sue Eardley by email on: CroydonWoW@outlook.com
- [Friday Recital Series resumes in style](https://www.croydonminster.org/friday-recital-series-resumes-in-style/) - Our popular Friday lunchtime recital series began in glorious fashion with a wonderful programme of Bach, Haydn and Prokofiev. Violinist Shoshanah Sievers and pianist Arthur di Francesco were welcomed by a very appreciative audience. Next week, Sonya Pigot plays piano works by Schubert, Liszt and Beethoven.
- [150th Anniversary Festal Evensong](https://www.croydonminster.org/150th-anniversary-festal-evensong/) - On January 12, we held a Festal Evensong to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Consecration of the current Church. The medieval parish church had been largely destroyed by fire on 5th January 1867. Under the architect Sir George Gilbert Scott, the new church, incorporating parts of the old, was built through public donations and
- [Silence of the Bells](https://www.croydonminster.org/silence-of-the-bells/) - Our bells are finally going to receive the attention they need to keep them ringing for years to come. Our fundraising has accrued the money we need in a relatively short time and we are very grateful to all who have given so generously. The work will commence on Monday March 2nd, when bellhangers from
- [Here Am I - photographic exhibition](https://www.croydonminster.org/here-am-i-photographic-exhibition/) - Here Am I is a remarkable photography exhibition which gives a unique and intimate insight into the daily lives and work of 12 Church of England female priests in the Diocese of Southwark. Celebrating 25 years of women's ordination, the photographs by Jim Grover, who is well known for his exhibitions in London capturing London life
- [The Z factor!](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-z-factor/) - St Mildred’s will be hosting Aike Kennett-Brown, Diocesan Mission Support Officer (Children and Young People), on Sunday 2nd February at 4pm. The aim is to support anyone involved in nurturing faith in young people in Generation Z (school age to emerging adults). This is an important event for parents, grandparents and youth leaders. Refreshments and
- [Volunteer Day Chaplains](https://www.croydonminster.org/volunteer-day-chaplains/) - Croydon University Hospital seek Volunteer Day Chaplains. Further details from Revd Andy Dovey, Croydon University Hospital, 530 London Rd, Croydon, Surrey CR7 7YE. Tel: 0208 401 – 3105, Mobile: 07557 014739. Please register your interest by 15 April 2020.
- [Whitgift Minster Choral Society](https://www.croydonminster.org/whitgift-minster-choral-society/) - The Whitgift Minster Choral Society resumes rehearsals on Tuesday 4 February @ 7.00pm in Whitgift School Concert Hall. Projects: Royal Festival Hall Concert: Wednesday 18 March @ 7.00pm & Palm Sunday Minster Evensong: 5 April @ 6.30pm Details from the Director of Music, Dr Ronny Krippner: organist@croydonminster.org
- [Croydon Churches Floating Shelter](https://www.croydonminster.org/croydon-churches-floating-shelter/) - We will be hosting the floating shelter from mid-February to end March. We offer a bed for the night to 14 homeless people in the church hall from Sunday night to Monday morning and give them a hot evening meal, breakfast and a packed lunch. If you think you could help with cooking or serving
- [The Archdeacon of Croydon to preach](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-archdeacon-of-croydon-to-preach/) - The Venerable Chris Skilton, the outgoing Archdeacon of Croydon, will be preaching here next Sunday 19 January at 6.30pm. All welcome.

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- [Home](https://www.croydonminster.org/) - Living Christian faith in the ancient heart of Croydon Sundays8am Eucharist (said) with homily; 10am Sung Eucharist with sermon; 11.30am HolyBaptism; 5.30pm BCP Evensong with sermon (choral in term time) WeekdaysMonday to Friday – 8.30am Morning PrayerMonday, Wednesday, Friday – 11am Eucharist (said)Tuesday & Wednesday (in term time) – 5.30pm Choral Evensong Learn More Living
- [Oremus: Readings & Prayers](https://www.croydonminster.org/oremhttps-www-croydonminster-org-wp-content-uploads-2026-06-oremus-28th-june-2026-pdfus-readings-prayers/) - Each week you can view or download our pewsheet, Oremus, which lists the readings, hymns and prayers which will be used at our Sunday services. Oremus is Latin for “let us pray”. We hope you find food for thought during the week by revisiting these readings and prayers during the week. Click HERE for this week’s copy.
- [Who's Who](https://www.croydonminster.org/whos-who-2/) - Who’s Who Fr Andrew BishopVicar Stephen WillmerChurchwarden Henrietta AnsongChurchwarden Fr Michael WalcottAssociate Vicar Elaine CooperLay Reader Justin MillerDirector of Music Trish KierzekParish Administrator Getrude MwanyumaSafeguarding Parish Officer Hilary BarnesSafeguarding Parish Officer David MorganMinster Education Officer
- [Minster School](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-school/) - Minster School Croydon Minster has a close relationship in governance and pastorally with the Minster Schools. https://minsterinfants.co.uk/ https://minsterjunior.co.uk/ We rejoice in the way the school seeks to bear the fruit of the Spirit and live out St Paul’s words to the Christians of Corinth: “Let all that you do be done in love.” Corinthians 16:14 The incumbent (the Vicar)
- [Events](https://www.croydonminster.org/events-2/) - [MEC id=”3880″]
- [Parish Magazine](https://www.croydonminster.org/parish-magazine-2/) - Minster SchoolParish of Croydon Review Eastertide 2025 You may download your copy by clicking here. Parish Magazine for February / March 2025by John Watkins | Jan 29, 2025 | Parish MagazineYou may download your copy by clicking here: Parish Magazine February – March 2025. Parish Magazine for December 2024 / January 2025by John Watkins |
- [Confession](https://www.croydonminster.org/confession/) - Minster SchoolThe Ministry of Confession and Reconciliation Confession with a priest of this church can be made by arrangement. Please contact the Vicar’s PA t.kierzek@croydonminster.org We follow the Bishop of Southwark’s guidance on the ministry of Confession and Reconciliation. You can read the Bishop’s letter ‘The Ministry of Reconciliation: A Guide for Priests and Penitents’
- [Donate](https://www.croydonminster.org/donate/) - Minster School
- [Safeguarding](https://www.croydonminster.org/safeguarding/) - Minster SchoolSafeguarding The Parish of Croydon takes the safeguarding and care of children and vulnerable adults very seriously. Our Parish Safeguarding Officers work hard to safeguard children and young people, vulnerable adults and those in abusive relationships. We want to ensure that everyone is able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and
- [Safe Church](https://www.croydonminster.org/safe-church/) - Minster SchoolSafeguarding The Parish of Croydon takes the safeguarding and care of children and vulnerable adults very seriously. Our Parish Safeguarding Officers work hard to safeguard children and young people, vulnerable adults and those in abusive relationships. We want to ensure that everyone is able to worship and pursue their faith journey with encouragement and
- [The Colours and Standards](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-colours-and-standards/) - Minster SchoolOn the west wall of the Church and above the North and South Doors are hung a number of Colours and standards, in particular from the 4th Battalion, The Queen’s Royal Regiment (Territorial Army). This was created on formation of the Territorial Force in 1909 and based in Croydon at the old barracks in
- [War Memorials at the Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/war-memorials-at-the-minster/) - Minster SchoolThe Memorial Screen The oak screen across the Tower arch into the nave is a memorial to the soldiers of The Queen’s Royal West Surrey Regiment and was commissioned by the officers and men of the 4th Battalion in memory of its members who died in the First World War. It was designed by
- [Events](https://www.croydonminster.org/events/) - Services on Sunday 10th November – Remembrance Sunday 8am Holy Communion 10.55am Civic Service of Remembrance (all welcome – please be seated by 10.45am) 5.30pm Sung Eucharist (Our regular Sunday morning Eucharist in the evening!) Monday 11 November 11am Eucharist preceded by Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial outside the Minster Please note that
- [Life Events](https://www.croydonminster.org/life-events/) - Minster SchoolBaptisms Weddings Funerals
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- [Minster Rose](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-rose/) - Minster SchoolHOLINESS AND HERITAGE: WHY THE MINSTER ROSE? The Minster Rose was adopted as the Minster’s logo at the time of the Minster making in 2011. What does this logo represent for us at Croydon Minster today? It signifies holiness and heritage. HOLINESS The Minster Rose is a device that helps centre our lives
- [GDPR](https://www.croydonminster.org/gdpr/) - Minster School GENERAL PRIVACY NOTICE This Privacy Notice is provided to you by the Parochial Church Council (PCC) of St John the Baptist (Croydon Minster) which is the data controller for your data. “Personal data” is any information about a living individual which allows them to be identified from that data (e.g. name, photographs, videos,
- [Our Community](https://www.croydonminster.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/About-us-community.pdf#new_tab) - Minster SchoolOur diverse community at Croydon Minster aims to offer something for everyone. Whether you are just coming to have a look around the church, stay for a service, come to a recital or get more involved in church life and its activities, you are very welcome. We have activities for Children and Young People,
- [Support Us](https://www.croydonminster.org/home/support-us/) - Minster SchoolIn the life of a church, prayer is integral to our mission and ministry. However it is not the whole story, as financial giving is also part of our discipleship and we welcome your support. In whatever way you make your contributions to the church, thank you. A One-Off Gift You can make a
- [Choral Scholarships (14+)](https://www.croydonminster.org/choral-scholarships-14/) - Choral Scholarships (14+)Junior Choral Scholarships are available for teenage boys (from the age of 14) and girls (from 16) until such time they enter tertiary education or employment. The ability to read music is essential and most Choral Scholars play at least one instrument. Choral Scholars have three regular commitments at the Minster during the
- [Minster Girls' Choir](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-girls-choir/) - Girls’ Choir Girl Choristerships are available for girls aged between 7 and 16 years old. The ability to read music is helpful, although training is provided, and some girls play an instrument. The girl choristers have three regular commitments at the Minster during the week: on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Sunday either 8.55am Chorister
- [Minster Boys' Choir](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-boys-choir/) - Minster Boys’ Choir Boy Choristerships are available for boys from the age of seven and tenable until the time of voice-change. The ability to read music is essential (training can be provided) and most boys play at least one instrument. All choristers receive regular sessions with the Minster’s vocal tutor free of charge. The boy
- [Advent & Christmas Services](https://www.croydonminster.org/advent-christmas-services/) - Advent & Christmas Services
- [Bookings](https://www.croydonminster.org/church-bookings/) - Minster SchoolCHURCH BOOKINGS The church is a beautiful and wonderfully atmospheric building with a superb acoustic. In addition to our regular worship, it plays host to local schools and the civic community for their special services and provides a venue for recitals and concerts. If you are interested in holding an event in the church,
- [Hall Bookings](https://www.croydonminster.org/hall-bookings/) - Minster SchoolThe church hall has 2 spaces available for booking: a large hall which is suitable for receptions, larger groups and activities; and a smaller hall which provides space for board meetings or informal study groups. Please ring the Minster office on 020 8688 8104 or email enquiries@croydonminster.org for more information.
- [Funerals](https://www.croydonminster.org/funerals/) - Minster SchoolGod’s love and power extend over all creation. Every life, including our own, is precious to God. Christians have always believed that there is hope in death as in life, and that there is new life in Christ after death. Even those who share such faith find that there is a real sense of
- [Weddings](https://www.croydonminster.org/weddings/) - Minster SchoolCroydon Minster is a spectacular venue for weddings, and we look forward to welcoming you for your special day. If you live in the parish, you are eligible to be married here at the Minster; and even if you don’t, but you have a connection through your family, it is worth checking with us.
- [Baptisms](https://www.croydonminster.org/baptisms/) - Minster SchoolEveryone living in England lives within a Church of England parish and, as such, is eligible for baptism within the Church of England. We hope that in seeking baptism you will want to find out more about the Christian faith into which you or your child will be baptised and to begin to find
- [Bells](https://www.croydonminster.org/bells/) - Minster SchoolThe tower houses a ring of 12 bells cast by the famous Croydon firm of Gillett and Johnston Ltd. in 1936, replacing an earlier ring of eight. The eight original bells were recast and hung with new fittings in a new frame with four additional trebles. The new ring of 12 was dedicated by
- [Visiting Choirs](https://www.croydonminster.org/visiting-choirs/) - Minster SchoolWhen the Minster Choirs are on holiday, or otherwise unavailable, services in the Minster may be sung by visiting choirs. If you would like to enquire about singing at Croydon Minster, please contact the office at: enquiries@croydonminster.org.
- [Friends of Music](https://www.croydonminster.org/friends-of-music/) - Minster SchoolPatrons: The Right Reverend Jonathan Clark, Bishop of Croydon Martin How MBE, Organist Laureate Friends of Music at Croydon Minster was founded in 2008 to support the work of the music department. Each year, the Friends promote a series of special services and concerts and take a particular interest in the educational needs
- [Mission Statement](https://www.croydonminster.org/mission-statement/) - Minster SchoolCroydon Minster offers worship to God; witnesses to the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ; and serves the parish, especially the vulnerable with compassion and love. Our statement of belief is encapsulated in the Preface to the Church of England Declaration of Assent: The Church of England is part of the One, Holy, Catholic and
- [Music Lists](https://www.croydonminster.org/music-lists/) - Music Lists The service and music lists are in PDF-format listed below: Services and Music in Eastertide 2026 Services and Music in Lent and Holy Week 2026 Services and Music in January 2026 Services and Music in December 2025 Services and Music in November 2025 Services and Music September & October 2025 Services and Music
- [Choirs](https://www.croydonminster.org/choirs/) - Minster SchoolThe Minster provides young singers with a unique musical education and gives adults of all abilities the opportunity to sing the finest works of the sacred choral repertoire. The choir sings regularly on BBC Radio 3, and in recent years, the choirs have performed with the London Mozart Players and the English Cornett &
- [Organ](https://www.croydonminster.org/organ/) - Minster SchoolHistory The first record of an organ at Croydon Minster is an Avery Organ with 24 stops over three manuals only, built in 1794. Pedals were added in 1819 by Elliot and in 1864 the organ was moved from the west end to the north-east end of the church, roughly where the present Hill/Harrison
- [Minster Life 2024](https://www.croydonminster.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Parish-Profile-2024-1-1.pdf#new_tab) - Minster SchoolTHE PARISH OF CROYDON The Minster Church of St John the Baptist A Profile of Minster Life 2024 Introduction Our vision, at Croydon Minster, is to be a church that is welcoming and open, where people find life, joy and belonging in Christ. This is the culture we seek to foster. It is our
- [Weekly Services](https://www.croydonminster.org/weekly-services/) - Minster SchoolSunday8am Eucharist (said) with homily 10am Sung Eucharist with sermon (11.30am Holy Baptism) 5.30pm BCP Evensong with sermon (choral in term time) Monday 8.30am Morning Prayer; 11am Eucharist (said) Tuesday 8.30am Morning Prayer; 11am Eucharist (said); 5.30pm BCP Choral Evensong (in term time) Wednesday 8.30am Morning Prayer; 11am Eucharist (said); 5.30pm BCP Choral Evensong
- [Our forms of worship](https://www.croydonminster.org/worship/) - Minster SchoolSUNDAYS Said Eucharist This is a reflective service of Holy Communion held in the splendour of the St Nicholas Chapel. This is an opportunity to hear God’s word and to receive his presence in bread and wine. Sung Parish Eucharist This is the highlight of the week as we gather as
- [Prayer & Study Groups](https://www.croydonminster.org/prayer-study-groups/) - Minster SchoolMorning Prayer – weekdays 8.30am Morning Prayer is said daily in the St Nicholas Chapel of the Minster and is open to everyone. We use Common Worship: Daily Prayer. We can provide books and if you have a smartphone or tablet you can download the App from the Appstore or Google Play. Morning Prayer generally lasts for 20
- [Governance](https://www.croydonminster.org/governance/) - Minster SchoolThe Parochial Church Council (PCC) is an elected body that is part of the governance function of parishes in the Church of England. The PCC works with the incumbent – who chairs it – to deliver ‘the whole mission of the Church , evangelistic, pastoral, social and ecumenical’ within the parish. The PCC has
- [Children & Young People](https://www.croydonminster.org/children-young-people/) - Minster SchoolChildren and young people are part of our life together Children and young people are integral to the life of Croydon Minster and they play a deep and growing part in our life. Our vision of the Church is intergenerational, where people of all ages flourish and grow in the Faith and all are
- [Contact](https://www.croydonminster.org/contact/) - Minster SchoolCroydon MinsterCroydon Minster Church Street Croydon, CR0 1RN Outside service times the Minster is open daily (except Thursday) from 10.00am-3.00pm. The Minster Office is also open at this time. On a Saturday morning the Minster office is open from 10.30am-12.00noon and can be accessed via the red door at the East End of the
- [Who’s Who](https://www.croydonminster.org/whos-who/) - Minster SchoolDirector of Music Reunion of former Minster Organists (May 2016): Back Row (left to right): Simon Lole, Dr Peter Nardone. Front Row (left to right): Carl Jackson, David Swinson, Nigel McClintock, Andrew Cantrill, Ronny Krippner. Before the fire of 1867 records are incomplete, but include: Thomas Attwood Walmisley 1830-1833 After the fire of 1867
- [Calendar](https://www.croydonminster.org/calendar/) - Minster School
- [Servers](https://www.croydonminster.org/servers/) - Minster SchoolThe serving team consists of faithful and diligent adults and young people aged between 7 and 65. Servers are trained in the art of serving as required here. All servers are robed. On most Sundays we are fortunate enough to have seven servers. Younger servers train as the ‘boat’ which means they carry the incense boat
- [Minster Making](https://www.croydonminster.org/minster-making/) - Minster SchoolMinster Making Highlights Bishop Christopher’s Sermon in full Croydon Minster Making – 29 May 2011 On Sunday 29 May, Croydon Parish Church was filled with people eager to celebrate the Re-dedication and Renewal of the church as Croydon Minster. In the presence of the Mayor of Croydon and civic and community leaders, Bishop Christopher
- [Flower Arrangers](https://www.croydonminster.org/flower-arrangers/) - Flower ArrangersThe Flower Arrangers are a small team consisting of some trained and/or experienced people who always welcome new recruits. We operate a rota and no-one is obliged to arrange on a regular basis; and some of the team prefer to do only special occasions like Christmas, Harvest and Easter. We tend to shop locally
- [A Church at Croydon](https://www.croydonminster.org/a-church-at-croydon/) - Minster SchoolCroydon Minster has a long and distinguished history. There has been a place of worship here since Saxon times (the earliest record is from 809) and the current church is at least the fourth built on this site. There were close links with the Archbishops of Canterbury, who owned the manor of Croydon for
- [Find Us](https://www.croydonminster.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VISITING-CROYDON-MINSTER-Website-Oct-2021.pdf#new_tab) - Travelling to Croydon Minster (7)Travelling to Croydon Minster
- [Council of Nicaea and why we have the Nicene Creed?](https://www.croydonminster.org/council-of-nicaea-and-why-we-have-the-nicene-creed/) - Ever wondered about the Council of Nicaea and why we have the Nicene Creed? Join us for a friendly and engaging chat at Croydon Minster on Sunday, 9th March! We'll explore this fascinating piece of Christian history together, and you'll have the chance to ask all your burning questions. Let's learn and grow in faith
- [Thank You](https://www.croydonminster.org/thank-you/)
- [The Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth](https://www.croydonminster.org/the-death-of-her-majesty-queen-elizabeth/)
- [Parking](https://www.croydonminster.org/parking/) - Croydon Minster, along with the Diocese of Southwark and Church of England, is committed to reducing its carbon footprint. To that end we would strongly encourage you to use public transport wherever possible. Parking around the Minster is by permit only. Parking restrictions are lifted for times of regular public worship, so if you are
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## Events

- ["50 Faces of the Holy Land"](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/50-faces-of-the-holy-land/) - We are incredibly honoured to host a powerful photographic exhibition curated by the ecumenical charity Friends of the Holy Land. Dates: Tuesday 16th June – Sunday 28th June 2026 Location: Croydon Minster This striking collection of 50 portraits highlights the extraordinary resilience, faith, and diversity of individuals living across Israel, Gaza, the West Bank, and
- [Patronal Festival](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/patronal-festival-2/) - Celebrate Our Patronal Festival Weekend! Join us for a wonderful weekend of community, creativity, and celebration at Croydon Minster. Saturday, 20th June at 2:30pm ‘Pots and Petals’ Location: St Nicholas Chapel (Croydon Minster) Come along to a laidback social gathering and get creative ahead of Sunday's celebrations! It’s a fantastic chance to: Catch up over
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-35/) - Students from Croydon High School will present a range of works for various instruments and voice, ranging from Mendelssohn and Beethoven to John Legend and Randy Newman.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-34/) - Leeds-based pianist and composer Simeon Walker, whose work is regularly played on BBC Radio 3 and Classic FM, will perform works by Scriabin and Chopin as well as some of his own compositions.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-33/) - Our own Graduate Music Assistants, Mezzo Eve Garrard and Tenor Sunny Kariyawasam, perform a selection of arias and duets, including works by Handel, Bach, Schumann and Madeleine Dring.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-32/) - Pianist Sofia Berdnik will perform a rich selection of works by Shostakovich, Ravel, Prokofiev and Chopin as well as some lesser known pieces by Amy Beach and Nikita Mndojants.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-31/) - Pianist Gordon Chan will perform works by Franz Schubert, Alban Berg and César Franck on our wonderful Steinway piano.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-30/) - Sutton High School Chamber Choir joins some of the school's promising vocalists and instrumentalists for a feast of music ranging from classical to musical theatre, from Schubert to Sara Bareilles.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-29/) - Organist Richard Mander will perform works by 2 giants of the Romantic era: Franz Liszt and Cesar Franck on our magnificent Hill-Harrison organ. Free admission; donations gratefully received.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-28/) - Pianist Galina Umanskaya will perform a programme of music by Scriabin, Haydn, Messaien and Prokofiev. Admission is free and donations are gratefully received.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-26/) - Violinist Yuno Akiyama and Pianist Mark Zang perform Ludwig van Beethoven's Violin Sonata no. 9 in A major, op. 47 "Kreutzer". Admission is free and donations are gratefully received.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-27/) - Elizabeth Geng plays piano works by Ravel, Debussy and Stravinsky's exciting and virtuosic The Firebird.
- [Holy Week & Easter 2026](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/3872/) - Palm Sunday , 29th March 10am: Procession & Eucharist Gathering at Reeves’ Corner at 10am for the Gospel, Blessing of Palms, and Procession to the Minster for the Eucharist and Passion Gospel. Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday of Holy Week 30th & 31st March, 1st April 7pm: Holy Week Devotions Monday: Holy Rosary Tuesday: Stations of
- [The Sixteen at Croydon Minster Monday, 15th June 2026](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/the-sixteen-at-croydon-minster-monday-15th-june-2026/) - We are delighted to welcome the world-renowned choir, The Sixteen, back to Croydon Minster for their 2026 Choral Pilgrimage: Lead, Kindly Light. Experience a magnificent programme of Spanish Renaissance masterpieces by Morales and Vivanco, alongside spellbinding contemporary works by Sir James MacMillan and Kerensa Briggs. Date: Monday, 15th June 2026 Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-25/) - Pianist Yunzhi Wang performs Mozart's extraordinary Fantasia in C minor, K.475, Beethoven's Pastoral Sonata and Liszt's virtuosic La Campanella.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-24/) - Pianist Bram Mulders will play 3 movements from JS Bach's English Suite No. 3 in g-minor, Beethoven's Piano Sonata Op. 14 No. 2 in G-major and Chopin's stirring Polonaise-Fantasie Op. 61.
- [Lunchtime Recitals](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-5/) - Students from Croydon High School will play works for a range of instruments and voice.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-23/) - Pianists Chiara Naldi & Jasper van der Klis present works for 4 Hands Piano by Bach, Schumann and Rachmaninoff, performed on our wonderful Steinway.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-22/) - Classical Guitarist Salvatore Schiano plays works by JS Bach, Mauro Giuliani, Francisco Tarrega, Andrew York, Marek Pasieczny and more.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-21/) - Erlend Vestby & Théa-Rose Lester Mumford
- [Christmas at The Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/christmas-at-the-minster/) - We are delighted to share our full programme of Christmas services and events at Croydon Minster! From candlelit carols to family celebrations and festive music, there is something for everyone as we journey through Advent and welcome the joy of Christmas. We warmly invite you, your family, and friends to join us as we celebrate
- [Christmas Carol Service by candlelight](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/christmas-carol-service-by-candlelight/) - An evening of traditional carols by candlelight to celebrate the season of Christmas Christmas Carol Service by candlelight A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols Join us as we celebrate the start of the Christmas season with a beautiful carol service. The flickering candlelight creates a warm and inviting atmosphere as we sing traditional carols
- [Christmas Cheer 2025](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/christmas-cheer-2025/) - A concert of traditional and popular favourites for the entire family Start your Christmas festivities off with Croydon's world-famous Minster choir. The concert will feature traditional favourites by John Rutter and others, as well as popular hits from some of our favourite Christmas films. This year there will also be a full performance of the THE SNOWMAN, featuring the
- [Advent Carol Service by candlelight](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/advent-carol-service-by-candlelight/) - To buy tickets, please click here.
- [Old Town Carols](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/old-town-carols/)
- [Lunchtime Recitals](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-4/) - Students from Croydon High School will play works for a range of instruments and voice.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-20/) - Chang-yu Hsu, Flute, will play works by CPE Bach, Eugène Bozza and Béla Bartók as well as some Taiwanese and British/Irish Folk Music.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-19/) - Philip Nelson, Double Bass, will play works by Beethoven, Rachmaninoff and JS Bach.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-18/) - Organist Stephen Disley will play works by JS Bach, Liszt and Vierne.
- [Open House Weekend](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/open-house-weekend-2/) - This year Croydon Minster will take part in the London Open House Festival, beginning on Friday 19 September with our first recital of the Autumn series, followed by a talk on the Minster and its music as well as the opportunity to look around the church and discover the many historical features and the stories
- [OVERNIGHT VIGIL OF PRAYER](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/overnight-vigil-of-prayer/) - 12/13 September. To mark his 7 years of priestly ministry at the Minster and as a new season of the life of the parish begins, Fr Andrew will lead a Vigil of Prayer, in the Presence of the Blessed Sacrament, starting at 7pm on Friday 12th September and ending at 12noon the following day. You are invited
- [PATRONAL FESTIVAL 2.0 ](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/patronal-festival-2-0/) - St John the Baptist is our patron saint and his principal feast day, 24 June, celebrates his birth (Luke 1.5-25; 39-45; 57-80), his second feast, on 29th August, commemorates his Beheading at the hands of King Herod (see Mark 6.17-29). There will be a Eucharist at 11am on Friday 29 August to mark the day and ask
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-17/) - Astrum Piano Duo (Yiwei Deng & Ho Ming So) return to the Minster to play solo works by Beethoven, Schumann & Liszt and Ravel's Mother Goose Suite for 4 hands.
- [](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/3400/) - Help Assemble Sleep Packs for Young Refugees! Join us at Croydon Minster on Sunday, 29th June at 11.30am for a special packing session, where we’ll be assembling 200 sleep packs for young refugees arriving in the UK without their families. Hannah from The Separated Child Foundation will guide us through the process of putting together
- [Patronal Festival](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/patronal-festival/) - Bring a picnic for yourself and something to share. We'll have some chairs, but you may want to bring a rug or fold up chair. We'll set up together on the Minster Green after church. Tea and coffee will be available.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-16/) - Pianist Mengyao Guo and Double Bassist Yuhan Ma play works by Ernest Bloch, Vilmos Montag and Giovanni Bottesini.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-15/) - Gifted students from Sutton High School present works for Voices, Piano, Guitar, Bassoon & Violin by composers ranging from Vivaldi and Chopin to Frank Wildhorn and Billy Joel.
- [Lunchtime recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-friday-recital/) - Cellist James Conway and Pianist Valentina Wang play works by Fazil Say and Sergei Rachmanino
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-14/) - Zheou Wang, piano, performs works by Mozart, Scriabin, Liszt and Jianzhong Wang
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-12/) - Astrum Piano Duo (Ho Ming So & Yiwei Deng) along with Soprano Lia Lang perform works by Mozart, Schubert, Debussy, György Kurtág and Zhao Jiping
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-13/) - Music students from Croydon High School perform works ranging from Schumann to Coldplay, featuring piano, harp, trumpet, violin, flute and voice.
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-11/) - Trombonist Oliver Fulwell plays works by Axel Jørgensen, Gabriel Fauré, Carl Maria von Weber, Alexandre Guilmant and more!
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-9/) - Jingfang Tan, Piano steps in to play Chopin Preludes Op 28
- [HOLY WEEK AND EASTER](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/holy-week-and-easter/)
- [God the Father – Understanding the First Person of the Trinity](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/god-the-father-understanding-the-first-person-of-the-trinity/) - God the Father – Understanding the First Person of the Trinity Who is God the Father, and what does it mean to call Him our Father Creator and Sustainer? Join us for Bitesize Catechesis on Sunday, 16th March, at Croydon Minster, where we’ll explore the nature of God the Father in the Christian faith. This
- [Ever wondered about the Council of Nicaea and why we have the Nicene Creed?](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/ever-wondered-about-the-council-of-nicaea-and-why-we-have-the-nicene-creed/) - Ever wondered about the Council of Nicaea and why we have the Nicene Creed? Join us for a friendly and engaging chat at Croydon Minster on Sunday, 9th March! We'll explore this fascinating piece of Christian history together, and you'll have the chance to ask all your burning questions. Let's learn and grow in faith
- [Handel Messiah](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/handel-messiah/) - BUY TICKETS HERE Handel's Messiah is a cherished classical piece often performed in grand venues. However, its origins are quite different. Handel, a German émigré, came to London to pursue a career in Italian opera. When opera was banned during Lent and Advent, he adapted by composing oratorios, which were musically similar but not staged theatrically. Messiah was composed
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-10/) - Gabriele Sutkute, Piano
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-8/) - New Elements Music
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-7/) - New Elements Music
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-6/) - Chingyan Lo, Organ
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-5/) - Tommy Tai, Piano
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-4/) - Students from Croydon High School
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-3/) - Elizaveta Velikhova, Piano & Denis Patrickson, Saxophone
- [The Sixteen's 2025 Choral Pilgrimage Concert Croydon](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/the-sixteens-2025-choral-pilgrimage-concert-croydon-2/)
- [The Procession of Epiphanies](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/the-procession-of-epiphanies/) - Join us on Sunday, 2nd February 2025, at 5:30pm for a magical evening of music and reflection by candlelight. A Procession of Epiphanies This beautiful service marks the end of the Christmas season, bringing together carols and the story of Christ's revelation to the world. Everyone is welcome, come and experience the warmth and beauty
- [Nowel](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/3023/) - Benjamin Britten's Ceremony of Carols, is a beloved masterpiece for treble voices and harp, split into twelve short movements that celebrate the Christmas season. Drawing on medieval and traditional carol melodies, Britten combines intricate harmonies with vivid, expressive textures, evoking joy and mystery. Sunday 19th January at 6:00pm in Croydon Minster Free Admission
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-3/) - George Inscoe, Organ
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-2/) - Luma Duo - Lucy Driver, Flute & Mared Pugh-Evans, Harp
- [Lunchtime Recital](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital/) - David Mikic, Piano
- [Weekday Services Christmas- Epiphany](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/weekday-services-christmas-epiphany/)
- [Experience Christmas at The Minster](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/experience-christmas-at-the-minster/)
- [Lunchtime Recitals - Sofia Sacco](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-2/) - Sofia Sacco (Piano) plays works by Couperin, Daquin, Lully, Rameau and Shostakovich
- [Lunchtime Recitals - Barnaby Silverstone](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-barnaby-silverstone/) - Barnaby Silverstone (Organ) plays works by JS Bach, Grayston Ives, Samuel Barber, David Blackwell and Dietrich Buxtehude
- [Lunchtime Recitals - June Lee](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-june-lee/) - June Lee (Violin) plays works by J.S. Bach, Paganini, Corigliano and Kreisler.
- [Remembrance Sunday](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/remembrance-sunday/) - Services on Sunday 10th November - Remembrance Sunday 8am Holy Communion 10.55am Civic Service of Remembrance (all welcome - please be seated by 10.45am) 5.30pm Sung Eucharist (Our regular Sunday morning Eucharist in the evening!) Monday 11 November 11am Eucharist preceded by Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial outside the Minster Please note that
- [Lunchtime Recitals - Changyu Yin](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-changyu-yin/) - This Friday's recital will feature a feast of Romantic era music by Scriabin and Schumann played by talented young pianist Changyu Yin.
- [Lunchtime Recital - Oliver King](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-oliver-king/) - This Friday's lunchtime recital at 1.10pm features our renowned organ, played by Oliver King, Director of Music at St Mary's Church, Saffron Walden. He will perform works by Bach, Cabanilles, Ireland, Walther and Mons Leidvin Takle.
- [Lunchtime Recitals - Kailing Zhang](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals-kailing-zhang/) - Pianist Kailing Zhang performs works by Prokofiev, Chopin and Beethoven.
- [Lunchtime Recital - Huan Zhang](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-huan-zhang/) - Huan Zhang (piano) plays works by Schumann, Chopin and Mendelssohn.
- [Lunchtime Recital - Iridescence Ensemble](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recital-iridescence-ensemble/) - Iridescence Ensemble (Clarinet, Violin, Cello & Piano) play works by Francis Poulenc, Frank Bridge, Thomas Adès, Ilayda Deniz Oguz & Kaija Saariaho.
- [Open House Weekend](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/open-house-weekend/)
- [Lunchtime Recitals](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/lunchtime-recitals/)
- [Would you like to help?](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/2643/) - Would you like to help? We have a cleaning team that meets once a month on a Saturday morning to keep the church and grounds looking their best. If you have an hour or so to come and join us, we'd love to see you. We meet at 10am and have coffee at the end.
- [Film Nights](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/film-nights/) - Notice St Andrew's Church Film Nights St Andrew's Church, Southbridge are holding Film nights on: Tuesday 27th August 3.00pm Film: 'The School of Rock' Thursday 29th August 3.00pm Film: 'If' Friday 30th August 7pm Film: 'The Sound of Freedom' (not suitable for children under 16) Children £3.00 Adults £5.00
- [Children's Programme](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/childrens-programme/) - Children's Programme It's great that we have had so many children and young people at church. This summer we are running a programme of children's activities throughout August following on from other activities that have been run through the year already. Please contact Alice, our Children and Families' Catechist if you'd like to find out
- [Separated Child Foundation](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/separated-child-foundation/) - Sunday 29th September (from 11.30am to 3.30pm) Due to an earlier than expected need for packs in Dover as a result of good weather in June, The Separated Child Foundation recently held an emergency packing session at their storage centre in North London. As there are now enough packs to be given to separated children
- [The Institution and Induction of The Reverend Canon Dr Andrew Bishop as Vicar of Croydon](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/the-institution-and-induction-of-the-reverend-canon-dr-andrew-bishop-as-vicar-of-croydon/) - SAVE THE DATE The Revd Canon Andrew Bishop to be Vicar of Croydon Having served nearly six years as Priest in Charge, Fr Andrew is to be Instituted and Inducted as Vicar of Croydon. In practice this changes little in his day to day ministry but restores the historic title of Vicar of Croydon and focuses mission and industry across the parish of
- [Sunday Eucharist - 11th after Trinity](https://www.croydonminster.org/event/church-bbq/) - Eleventh Sunday after Trinity Prayers, Readings & Texts for the Sunday Eucharist 10.00am Parish Eucharist (President & Preacher: Fr Andrew) Today’s Organist: Justin Miller SETTING: Congregational Mass of St Thomas David Thorne HYMNS: NEH 364 (t.185); 271; 339; 272 COLLECT O God, you declare your almighty power most chiefly in showing mercy and pity: mercifully

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