The 200th Anniversary of St Peter’s Church

 The building of Stonnall’s Church of St Peter was begun in the year 1822, although it wasn’t complete until 1823 and then, even later in 1843, the Chancel, built of stone, was added.  It had previously been a Chapel of Ease.  However, taking 1822 as its founding year, it is now two hundred years old and will hopefully, continue to serve the village of Stonnall until 2122 and onwards into the future.

 To celebrate this 200th Anniversary, Stonnall has a special weekend at the Church, on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th of June.

The church plays such an important role in the village, firstly for all people to seek and worship God , who made us, but then also to celebrate births, marriages and deaths; to be a venue for those working in the churchyard and others, to pause for refreshments; to host events such as Stonnall Singers’ Concerts, Fundraisers, such as Music Days and FOSP functions, and, through the Magazine, circulate information to all villagers.

 On Saturday, 25th June, St Peter’s will be open from 10.00 until 4.00 pm and there will be numerous activities, with displays from the church, many village organisations and St Peter’s School, as well as musical interludes of various kinds.  There will be an opportunity to look at the history of the church and personal memories, such as weddings.  St Peter himself will be remembered by the large fishing net full of colourful knitted fishes on display.

After the special service at 10.45 on Sunday 26th, there will be a shared lunch.

 It is hoped that the whole event, in addition to the celebration, will raise some welcome funds for both the church and other charities.