Welcome to our Benefice
Following the retirement of Fr David Ridgeway, we are currently in vacancy as we await the arrival of our new Rector. We are grateful for the continued support and love of our community. Services will continue as scheduled, and we encourage you to join us for worship.
During this time, pastoral care is available through our benefice office on tel 01733 380900 and email admin.castor@btconnect.com
Castor Benefice is comprises of the three parishes of Castor with Upton, Stibbington and Water Newton, the parish of Marholm and the parish of Sutton. The parish church of St Kyneburgha, Castor is our Minster Church. The church of St Mary the Virgin, is the parish of Marholm, whilst the church of St Michael & All Angels is the parish church of Sutton. In addition the parish of Castor also includes three additional churches which are now technically Chapels of Ease, St John the Baptist, Upton, St John the Baptist, Stibbington and St Remigius, Water Newton.
Sustaining Our Church: A Call to Stewardship
As we look to the future, we want to share an important message: it now costs over £112,000 a year - £310 every single day - just to keep the doors of St Kyneburgha's open. This includes essentials such as heating, lighting, insurance, maintenance, ministry, and community outreach.
St Kyneburgha's relies almost entirely on the generosity of individuals to sustain its work and care for its historic fabric. Many are surprised to learn that we receive no central funding for the upkeep of the building or the day-to-day costs of ministry.
We invite you to consider supporting us financially. One of the most effective ways to give is through the Parish Giving Scheme. It allows you to make a one-off donation or set up regular giving - monthly, quarterly, or annually. If you are a UK taxpayer, the scheme also enables us to reclaim an extra 25% on your gift through Gift Aid.
You can find out more and SIGN UP TO GIVE here
If you would like to how to give, or would like to become more involved, please reach out to us via the Benefice Office - admin.castor@btconnect.com
With heartfelt thanks and blessings, David Edwards and Michael Samways, Churchwarden
Our popular Premium Nordmann Fir Christmas Trees are back!
Freshly cut and sourced from the same trusted UK grower as last year, our beautiful Nordmann Firs are a great way to get Christmas off to a festive start, while helping to support St Kyneburgha Church, Castor.
🎄 Order early - trees are limited!
Due to a shortage of Christmas trees this year, we have secured a limited allocation. Once they’re gone, they’re gone, order early to secure your preferred size.
🎄With free local delivery or convenient collection, getting your Christmas tree sorted couldn’t be easier. Choose from:
Free delivery within 10 miles of Castor
Collection from Castor Village Hall on Saturday 5 December 10–11.30am
🎄 Orders close 2nd December or sooner if we sell out. Every tree purchased makes a difference. All proceeds after costs go towards the upkeep of St Kyneburgha Church, thank you for your support.
Winners will be drawn Sunday 20th Dec following
the Carol Service in Marholm
All proceeds to St Mary the Virgin, Marholm
Gambling Act 2005: licensed to sell raffle tickets
under the license No. 113268
To find out more about our church services or about booking: Baptisms; Weddings; and Funerals; please click the "Church Services" link above
The churches in the Castor Benefice are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all young people and vulnerable adults. To view our policy please click here.
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