Come and See
A fortnight of free events from 9-22 June
We'd love to welcome you to St Nic's and invite you to Come and See what church is really all about. Across the country, more and more people are exploring questions of faith and giving church a go.[1] Whether you're curious, sceptical, or just looking for connection - you're very welcome. We believe that Jesus is the best news the world has ever seen, and we’d love to share a bit of that with you. All the events below are free, relaxed, and open to everyone. You don’t need to have been to church before — just come along and say hello!
Rev Will Hunter Smart
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Hidden Treasures Special
Monday 9 June, 9.50-11.15am
We welcome visitors to our morning for under 5s and their parents, grandparents or carers. With messy play, a sensory room and small world toys, it's a place to find fun, friendship and faith. We finish with a time of singing and a blessing from the Bible. Watch our video!
The booking link will be available on the Hidden Treasures Facebook page on the Wednesday before (4 June). NB places tend to go very quickly though! For more info email hiddentreasures@st-nics.org. |
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Tiny Treasures Special
Monday 9 June, 1.30-3pm
Tiny Treasures is for young babies and crawlers, and their parents and carers, and visitors will be most welcome. There will be refreshments, baby toys and the sensory room - sharing fun, friendship and faith. If you’d like to come please email sarah@st-nics.org. |
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Fellowship on Tap
Monday 9 June, 8.30-10pm
Join a group of men from St Nic’s for a relaxed drink at The Globe pub. We meet weekly to chat about life, faith — and sometimes football. We’re a friendly bunch, so just swing by and say hello. |
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Newbury Friends Together Special
Tuesday 10 June, 2-3.30pm
A warm welcome awaits at this group for our retired community. Enjoy a cup of tea, a biscuit, and a chat, plus a chance to see some of the Rector’s latest birdwatching photographs and hear how the natural world points us to a God who cares. |
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Made for Relationships (with Anita Jacob)
Thursday 12 June, 7-8pm
Anita Jacob, a Clinical Psychologist and member of St Nic’s, shares insights from her work in relationship counselling. Explore what makes human relationships both joyful and challenging — and how our deep longing for connection points to a God of love. No charge but please book - click here. |
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Music & Meditation (with Andy Cooper)
Friday 13 June, 7-9pm
Step into a peaceful space with live music and moments for reflection. Whether you want to think, pray, or simply enjoy the stillness, the church will be open for two hours of calm. Drop in at any time — stay for five minutes or the full two hours. Click here to book. |
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Windows on Paradise (with Rick Coward)
Saturday 14 June, 6.30pm
Come and discover the beauty and history of St Nic’s stained glass windows. Rick Coward, whose MA dissertation focused on these very windows, will guide us through their artistry and the Bible stories behind them. Cheese and wine provided. Booking essential! click here |
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Guest Services at 10am and 6pm
Sunday 15 June
Every Sunday at 10am and 6pm, a wonderfully mixed group of around 250 people (featuring ages 0–101!) gathers together. We come from many different countries and backgrounds. Every week new people visit — you'd be so welcome any time.
This Sunday we're hosting services specially suited for newcomers. We'll explain what's going on, and there's no pressure to oin in with anything you're not comfortable with. Wear what you like and there'll be people on the door to welcome you. There are groups for children and young people aged 0-14. Children are a vital part of our church family and guests are always welcome to join those groups too. |
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Walk with Joy and Stan
Monday 16 June, 7pm prompt start
Join us for a relaxed 3-mile circular evening walk starting from St Nicolas Church. We'll wander along the canal to Speen Moors, stopping for refreshments at St Mary’s Speen. Four-legged friends are welcome — and two-legged ones even more so! Please wear suitable footwear. Click here to book (for refreshments purposes!) |
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Six-a-side Football
Monday 16 June, 8.30-9.30pm
A chance for men to enjoy a kick-about in a friendly game of footy. Contact Simon at simon@st-nics.org if you're interested. |
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Pop-up Choir (with Hannah Maskell)
Tuesday 17 June, 7-8.30pm
Sing your heart out! Whether you’ve sung in choirs before or never tried, come and enjoy the fun of singing together, led by Hannah Maskell. Strawberries and cream in the interval! This event is free but booking is essential - click here. |
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Fun Run and a Quick Chat
Wednesday 18 June, 6.30-8pm
A friendly 6km run starting and finishing at St Nic’s — no racing, just running at your pace and chatting as you go. Afterwards, enjoy refreshments and a short talk on what the Bible says about running the race of life. Click here to book. |
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A Taste of All Nations
Friday 20 June, 7-9pm
An international evening of food and friendship. Members of St Nic’s will be sharing dishes from around the world — come and enjoy the feast! Alongside the food, there’ll be a short talk on how Jesus brings people from every background together. There's no charge but booking is essential! Click here. |
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Summer Fayre Open Day
Saturday 21 June, 11am-3pm
Our Big Summer Open Day! The church will be buzzing with music, crafts, games, tower tours, refreshments and a bouncy castle. There’s something for everyone — come along, bring the family, and enjoy the fun! |
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Guest Services at 10am and 6pm
Sunday 22 June
Every Sunday at 10am and 6pm, a wonderfully mixed group of around 250 people (featuring ages 0–101!) gathers together. We come from many different countries and backgrounds. Every week new people visit — you'd be so welcome any time.
This Sunday we're hosting services specially suited for newcomers again. We'll explain what's going on, and there's no pressure to oin in with anything you're not comfortable with. Wear what you like and there'll be people on the door to welcome you. There are groups for children and young people aged 0-14. Children are a vital part of our church family and guests are always welcome to join those groups too.
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[1] https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/research/quiet-revival