St Thomas, Overmonnow
Service times
Sundays:
9:30am Holy Eucharist
First Sunday is all-age worship.
Midweek Eucharist:
Thursday 10:00am Holy Eucharist
Gwasanaeth Cymraeg/ Welsh Eucharist:
9:30am the second Saturday of January, March, May, July, September and November.
About
Overmonnow parish comprises the southern end of the historic town of Monmouth. The congregation at St Thomas’ is friendly and informal – there is a warm atmosphere to the worship and visitors are always welcomed. The church is left open all day every day during daylight hours for viewing and for private prayer – its visitors’ books reflect the diversity of those who appreciate finding the church open. The church and Wayside Calvary Cross in the garden of remembrance attract many visitors, particularly during the summer months when the town and camping site are full of holiday makers.
St Thomas’ Church has recently redeveloped the old St Thomas’ Church Hall into a new, modern and attractive community hall. The hall has been renamed Ty Price, in memory of the late Revd Canon Norman Price, a former vicar of Overmonnow. Since it’s re-opening in July 2017, Ty Price has already become a centre for many community events, with a particular vision for enabling social inclusion. Find out more about Ty Price by going to its page under the community heading of this website.
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Accessibility
- Is car parking available? : Street parking and local free car park no restrictions on Sunday.
- Is a hearing loop available? : Yes
- Is there a toilet available? : Yes, across busy road in Ty Price Centre
- Is there a disabled toilet available? : Yes - (as above)
- Is flat access for wheelchairs available? : Yes
- Do steps have handrails available? : No
- Is a baby changing area available? : Yes
History
The Church is a Grade I listed building and dates from c1170-1186. Alterations to the Church include a major restoration in 1832, another in 1874/5 and the Vestries being added in 1887/8. A further restoration was undertaken in 1990.
Today’s Monmouth Marches Ministry Area inherits a thousand years and more of Christian history. For centuries we have carried on the work of God, teaching his Word and values, offering prayer, respite, and hope through our mission and ministry. Our churches may be ancient centres of worship but they remain 21st century resources for our communities.
Charity Number: 1203832
