Belonging, Believing, Becoming
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Weddings at St James or Emmanuel
Few celebrations are bigger than a wedding and we love to help make the day one to remember
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Baptism and Thanksgiving
We seek to love and support parents and their children from their earliest days through to adulthood
Belonging Believing Becoming
Calling young adults
Whether you’re here as a student, or have just graduated and started your first job, there is a place for you with us.
Family, Children & Youth
Young reflections on the lockdown and being back at school
On the last day of the summer term, headteacher Hannah Large interviewed Lois and Philip
Bible stories for children during the lockdown
Bible story videos to help children continue their spiritual journey.
Safeguarding Policy and Good Practice
Parish and diocesan safeguarding policies
Home Community Café – for everyone in Didsbury...
Church for everyone
Uganda’s Hidden Martyrs
Our rector reflects on a life-changing encounter
Beyond Inclusion: Resource films for use in churches
Two films for use with PCCs and church groups
Access all areas – improving facilities at Emmanuel
The parish is looking to make its buildings in the heart of Didsbury as accessible as possible.
We are an inclusive church
St James and Emmanuel joins a growing band of churches rethinking inclusion
We have particularly enjoyed being at a multi-generational congregation.
Academy Trust
More
St Elisabeth’s CE: New beginnings
St Elisabeth’s CE Headteacher Bev Burrows thinks everyone in the Trust will benefit from this ‘new arrival’.
Didsbury CE: Actions speak louder than words
Didsbury CE enjoyed an “excellent” SIAMS report earlier this year.
West Didsbury CE: Being a force for good in the world
West Didsbury CE Head of School highlights the community and fellowship that has developed.
St Wilfrid’s CE: Eco Warriors fighting for the planet
After an encouraging Ofsted report earlier this year, St Wilfrid’s CE continues to go from strength to strength.
Local Community
Cloud of Witnesses: honouring those we have loved
Remembering lives which continue to influence our own as we live out our faith in Christ
Take Them a Meal: a new initiative providing a little help
A practical way to offer support
Tea & cake at Home for people with dementia & their carers
A get-together with others dealing with dementia on the third Tuesday of the month
Home Groups: belong and grow within our church family
Life is better when lived in community with others
The parish offers several ways to receive prayer support...
Global Community
Rebel for Life: Climate Change and the book of Exodus
Liz McKelvey has a wake up call for us all.
Our Eight Mission Partners for 2020 to 2023
Working with eight partners from 2020-2023
DEC Crisis Appeals
Millions urgently need water, food and medical treatment
Farsi speakers welcome
All Farsi speakers wanting to learn about Christian faith are welcome
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Parish Office
The office is located in the Parish Centre, behind Emmanuel church, and is open five days a week
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Giving
Nurturing our shared life requires money. All of ours comes from the members of our church family
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Get involved
St James and Emmanuel is your church and you can help shape its life and serve its neighbours