Uplift Update

Work has begun sorting and clearing in the church.  The shop area and children’s area are now cleared except for the furniture.  We are still awaiting a start date for the main contractors and have decided to keep the church open as far as we can during daylight hours, so that people can continue to go in and pray or have a quiet moment.  We may have to rope some areas off but will aim to keep a route through to the St. George’s chapel and sanctuary.  This also means that we will continue to offer early morning and evening opportunities for silence and worship.  Details will appear on the web site and in the weekly news.  However, the main Sunday mid-morning remains relocated to 1030 at St. John’s.

We have appointed Phil Lewis and Helen Craven of Randall Simmonds as project managers and will shortly be announcing the appointment of our new activities co-ordinators.

Read more about Uplift here.
I hope you find the information on the rest of this website useful and thank you so much for all the support already received.

Blessings
Fr. Jim

You may know of St Mary’s Church already but if not, you’re invited to continue reading and learn more about our church which has stood at the heart of Totnes for over 500 years. At least two other churches came before us on a site hallowed for over a thousand years by prayer, chant and silence. 

Monks, merchants, the rich and the poor have left the imprint of their prayers here. And today a wide variety of people of all faiths and social and economic backgrounds pass through our doors to light a candle and offer a moment of reflection.

And so much more.

Welcome to St Mary’s Church

Significant Landmark

St Mary’s is a significant landmark here in Totnes with its red tower and defining pinnacles that reach high above the neighbouring buildings. It’s a visual delight for lovers of architecture, photography and history, but also for all that live here and for those who visit the town each year.

But… it’s on the inside where St Mary’s really leaves its mark on those who pass through the doors. This space of purpose is where history, music and the sacred entwine. You can feel it when you step inside. The church has witnessed many challenges and has stood through massive social upheavals.

A Place of Heritage and Learning

Today, as times change again, our church remains a place of sanctuary, wisdom and learning for all that is most profound in the human spirit. It’s a place of heritage but also one of resilience and sustainability in a new planetary era. And just as St Mary’s has witnessed many challenges throughout the centuries, so it must adapt again. You can be part of the journey that will ensure its bright and purposeful future.  For more information on getting involved, please visit the Friends of St Mary’s Church (link coming soon) to learn more.