KEP mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II 1926-2022

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The Parish of Kidderminster East, along with the rest of the nation, are in mourning for the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, on 8th September 2022. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time, and our new king, King Charles III.

Update:

Commemoration Service on Sunday 18th September 2022

In addition to the usual Sunday services, there will be a special parish wide commemoration service in St George’s Church at 6:30pm.

All are welcome to come.

Books of Condolence

There are books of condolence in each church that all are welcome to sign.

These will also be available before and after the Sunday morning services. If you would like to attend one of our morning services, more details can be found by clicking here.

Further Information

For the latest information about what is happening in the parish, please check the KEP website, our Facebook page or contact the Parish Office.

Our clergy have written a “Reflection” sheet as well as a letter in response to this sad event. These can be downloaded by clicking on the documents below. Paper copies are available in the churches.

Links

Church of England

Click here to read the statements issued by our bishops from the Worcestershire diocese.

Click here for a reflection on the life of Queen Elizabeth II by Bishop John.

Click here to read the tributes led by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York in the Church of England.

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