Findon Furlong
The Parish of Findon, Clapham and Patching
Walking together in the way of Christ and sharing his love with others
Welcome to our Parish Website
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We are most appreciative of Helena's fifteen years in post in our parish, first as priest in charge and then vicar. We thank Helena for her time with us and wish her every happiness in retirement.
Saturday 17th January
2pm-4pm
Join us for a fun afternoon of games
at St John the Baptist Church Findon
Notice Board
​Sunday 11th January
8.00am Holy Communion at Clapham
10.00am Eucharist at Findon​
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Pastoral Group
Our Parish Pastoral Group is there for anybody within our parish. We also keep in contact with baptisms, weddings and the bereaved. Please contact the Rectory if either you or anyone you know needs a visit.
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Refreshments
We meet in fellowship after the service for a chat over a cuppa. If you would like to be part of the 'refreshments' team at Findon, please contact Tessa McCormick:
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Church Cleaning
If you feel able to help with this, even if only on an occasional basis, we would be incredibly grateful. Please contact the office.
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​Access to Findon Church
The gates to Findon Church are locked automatically overnight. Pedestrian access through the side gate is still available.
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"Cornerstone"
If you enjoy singing or playing an instrument and are interested in joining our parish band, please contact Graham at ewes16.gl@gmail.com​​​​
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Findon Bellringers
Would anyone like to have a go at ringing our church bells and join our band of ringers. Full training will be given. It is a very enjoyable and rewarding hobby. If you would like further information, contact
Safeguarding
We are looking for a new safeguarding officer for our three Churches. If you would like some more information about this role, please speak to the Parish Office.
Messy Church
Crafts, activities, a talk and songs, all linked to a bible theme. Come and join in the fun on the first Tuesday of the
month (term time only) in Findon Village Hall from 3.30-5.30pm. To finish the session, we sit down for a meal together.
If you would like to know more, or if you feel you would like to join our band of helpers, click here. See pictures from previous sessions in our Gallery or on Facebook.
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Lambstails
For babies, toddlers and their parents/ carers on Tuesday afternoons at 2.30pm.
in Findon Rectory. For information contact Dom: fcpfamiliesworker@gmail.com
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Light Lunch @ 1pm
The lunch club, now run by the Findon Village Hall Trust, meets on the last Tuesday in the month, except in August and December. Two course lunch with tea/coffee and a raffle: £6 per person.
A sample menu can be viewed here. Everyone welcome.
More information in Findon News.
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Monday Afternoon Tea/Coffee & Biscuits
This drop-in in Findon Village Hall will re-start on Monday 20th October, 2-4pm.
See Findon News for more details.​
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Tea @ 2
Clapham & Patching Village Hall,
every Tuesday from 2-3pm. £1
Please join us for a cuppa and a chat.
If the weather is fine, this will now be at Dulaney House. All welcome!
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Useful links
For information about other organisations in the Parish and wider community, click on Useful Links in the menu bar.
​Turning Tides
One of West Sussex’s largest homeless-ness charities. Last year they supported over 1,000 clients and continue to see record numbers of people without safe shelter. Please click here to read a message from Emma Fletcher, Turning Tides Fundraising Officer.
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The Bishop's Certificate
A new opportunity for lay people to deepen their understanding of Christian faith. Open to anyone in the Diocese with a desire to grow in faith and service. More information here Bishop's Certificate or contact Irene Adams: i_adams1952@hotmail.com.
Chichester Cathedral
Visit the cathedral website for information on events, concerts, special services and exhibitions here.
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