About The ridgeway
The Ridgeway: A Team of Seven Churches Working Together to Worship in Weymouth, Dorset
The Ridgeway is a team of seven churches located in Weymouth, Dorset. These churches work together to provide a wide variety of opportunities for worship every month. The team is made up of dedicated individuals who are passionate about their faith and committed to serving their communities.
Opportunities for Worship
One of the key benefits of being part of The Ridgeway team is the wide range of worship opportunities available. Each church has its own unique style and approach to worship, so there's something for everyone. Whether you prefer traditional hymns or contemporary music, quiet reflection or lively celebration, you'll find it here.
The worship calendar on The Ridgeway website provides an overview of all upcoming services and events across the seven churches. This makes it easy to plan your attendance and ensure that you don't miss out on anything important.
Get in Contact with Us
At The Ridgeway, we love being part of our local communities. We're always happy to hear from people who are interested in learning more about our churches or getting involved with our activities.
If you have any questions or would like more information about any aspect of The Ridgeway's work, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us. You can use the contact form on our website or reach out directly via email or phone.
Our Churches
Each church within The Ridgeway team has its own unique character and history. Here's a brief overview:
- All Saints Church: A beautiful medieval building located near Weymouth Harbour.
- Holy Trinity Church: A modern building with stunning views over Portland Harbour.
- St Aldhelm's Church: An ancient church dating back over 1,000 years.
- St Andrew's Church: A friendly community-focused church located near Radipole Lake.
- St John's Church: A welcoming church with a strong musical tradition.
- St Mary's Church: A historic building with links to the famous novelist Thomas Hardy.
- St Paul's Church: A modern building located in the heart of Weymouth town centre.
Each church has its own regular services and events, as well as special occasions throughout the year. You can find out more about each church on The Ridgeway website.
Our Team
The Ridgeway team is made up of a diverse group of individuals who share a common goal: to serve God and their communities through worship, outreach, and fellowship. Here are some of the key members:
- Revd Canon Andrew Gough (Team Rector): Andrew leads The Ridgeway team and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of its work.
- Revd Jane Culliford (Team Vicar): Jane works closely with Andrew to support the churches within The Ridgeway team.
- Revd David Baldwin (Associate Priest): David provides additional support to the team, particularly in areas such as pastoral care and community outreach.
- Lay Readers: Several lay readers play an important role in leading worship across The Ridgeway churches.
- Churchwardens: Each church has its own dedicated team of churchwardens who help to ensure that everything runs smoothly.
Conclusion
If you're looking for a welcoming community where you can explore your faith and connect with others, then The Ridgeway could be just what you're looking for. With seven unique churches working together under one umbrella, there's something here for everyone. Whether you're new to Christianity or have been part of a church community for years, we'd love to welcome you into our family. Get in touch today to find out more!