Services & Events

Weekly Services

St Barnabas, Darwen

Sunday 11:00am – Morning Worship
Wednesday 10:30am–11:30am – Bible Study Group
Monday 7:00pm – Evening Worship

St Paul’s, Hoddlesden

Sunday 9:30am–10:15am – Sunday Worship

St Mary’s, Grimehills

Sunday 3:00pm – Afternoon Worship (2nd & last Sunday of the month only)


Summer Weekend: Celebrating 100 Years of the Diocese of Blackburn

Join us for two special community events in Darwen and Hoddlesden as part of our Diocese’s 100th anniversary celebrations. On Friday 11 September, we’re hosting a Quiz Night at Hoddlesden Club (5:30pm–7pm) — food, prizes, and fun for all ages. The following day, Saturday 12 September, everyone is welcome to our Community Fair at St Barnabas Church, Darwen (11am–4pm), with fairground games, inflatables, face painting, food and prizes. Both events are free and open to everyone — see you there!

Summer Weekend flyer: Quiz Night at Hoddlesden Club Friday 11 September and Community Fair at St Barnabas Church, Darwen Saturday 12 September, celebrating 100 years of the Diocese of Blackburn

Coffee Morning
Knit and Natter
Youth Group
Foodbank donations

What’s On

Regular events and groups across our parish

Coffee Morning

1st Wednesday of the month, 10:30am–12:00pm
St Barnabas Church, Darwen
Join us for coffee, cake, and fellowship. A warm welcome awaits everyone!

Knit & Natter

1st Tuesday of the month, 10:30am–12:00pm
The Reach, Hoddlesden
Relaxing crafts, friendly conversation, and a cuppa. Beginners welcome!

Youth Group

Every Sunday, 4:30pm–5:45pm
St Barnabas, Darwen
For Year 6 and up. Fun, friendship, games, and growing in faith together!

Foodbank Donations

Ongoing support. We accept non-perishable food donations (jars, cans, bottles, sealed packets) to support local foodbanks helping those in need.

Alpha Course

Explore the big questions of life, faith, and meaning in a relaxed, friendly setting. Running regularly – contact us for details.

Bible Studies

Grow in your faith through regular Bible study groups across the parish. Various times – contact us for details.

All Are Welcome

Whether you come every week or are visiting for the first time, you’ll always find a warm welcome at our churches and events.