St Swithins Church, Ashmanhaugh
The church possibly dates from the tenth century, it is dedicated to St Swithin whose cult dates from the mid-tenth century, which may be a guide to its founding. In 1556 Edward Steward, the parson of Horning was also curate of Ashmanhaugh. Since the late 1970s the vicar of Horning has again been the incumbent.
St Swithin's is now one of the churches of the Horning Benefice.
St Swithin was Bishop of Winchester in 852 and was canonised in the 900's. Nowadays, St Swithin is remembered particularly on the 15 July.
The story related to this tells us that he had asked especially that he should be given an ordinary burial in the churchyard of the Minster, 'that the sweet rain of heaven should fall upon my grave'. However, at a later date it was considered that it would be more appropriate for him to be reburied within Winchester Cathedral. After the reburial it rained for many days. Hence the connection between rain and St Swithin.
Built: circa 10th Century
Our Patron: St Swithin
Monday
Special Morning Prayers
Rev'd Sandra Ellison intends to say Morning Prayer at St Swithins each Monday morning. If you are able to join her at these times you will be most welcome.
Every Monday at 9:15 AM for ¾ hour
Rev'd Sandra Ellison intends to say Morning Prayer at St Swithins each Monday morning. If you are able to join her at these times you will be most welcome.
Every Monday at 9:15 AM for ¾ hour
Parish Plan Open Day
Representatives from St Swithin's Church will be in the Preston Rooms in Ashmanhaugh, to raise the profile of the Church. There will also be representatives from all other activity groups. Come and have a Tea, Coffee or Beer and be part of the Future of Ashmanhaugh. The event will take place from 10.00am - 3.00pm.
Saturday 14th June 2008 at 10:00 AM for 350 minutes
Parish Plan Open Day
This event has been organised for the people of Ashmanhaugh to look at the future of Ashmanhaugh and form a Parish Plan.
Amonst others, the Church will have representatives available to give you a brief outline of the history of St Swithin's; details of services and events to be held in the near future and the building works planned for 2008. Receive more information about All Age Worship. The Service for families of all ages. The event will take place between 10am and 3pm, Coffee, Tea, Beer and refreshments will be served by the Preston Rooms Pudding Club organisers. There will be a mystery Celebrity and A PRIZE DRAW - which will take place at 2.30pm
Saturday 14th June 2008 at 10:00 AM for 350 minutes
ANNUAL FETE
On the 9th August 2008 St Swithin's Church Ashmanhaugh will hold the Annual Fete. Games to play, things to see and food to eat.
More information in the near future.
Confirmation of the time will be announced closer to the day.
We look forward to seeing you all.
Saturday 9th August 2008 at 2:00 PM for 350 minutes
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