Come and join us for breakfast sandwiches, drinks and home baked caked cakes.
| 2nd | Joint Service At CHARLESTOWN |
| 9th | Joint Service ALBION |
| 16th | Joint Service At HURST NOOK |
| 23rd | Rev Alan Wickens Family worship at ALBION |
| 30th | OTMP Joint Service at TRINITY |
A slightly later start to the week… but maybe you still need that upgrade 
With the bank holiday yesterday, things might feel a little out of sync — but there’s still space this week to pause, connect, and just be.
Our Albion Warm Welcome is on this Wednesday, and it’s here for exactly that.
A hot meal
Warm drinks
Books to borrow
Optional activities
A welcoming, relaxed space
No pressure, no expectations — just come as you are.
Wednesday
12:30pm – 2:30pm
Memorial Chapel, Albion URC
You’re always welcome
You’re warmly invited this May at Albion Community Church
Join us each Sunday at 10:30am for a time of worship, community, and connection.
Whether you come every week or haven’t been in a long time, there’s always a place for you here.
There is a joint service as part of the Oldham Tameside Mission Partnership at the Union Street URC/Methodist church in Oldham. Find out more here
Holy Communion, family worship, and a special joint service at the end of the month A relaxed and welcoming space for everyone Come as you are
We’d love to see you there 
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Today at Albion, we held a thanksgiving service for the life of Jean Goodall.
Jean made a lasting contribution to the life of this church. Through her creativity, care, and quiet faith, she helped shape many of the things that continue to be part of Albion today.
As part of the service, a display was created featuring a wide range of items Jean had initiated, crafted, or contributed over the years. It offered a simple but powerful reflection of the time, energy, and thought she gave to this place and its community.
A short video of the display can be viewed below via the facebook live link.
We give thanks for Jean’s life, and for all she shared so generously. Her presence remains part of Albion, and she will be remembered with gratitude and peace.
Donations in Jean’s memory are welcomed for Willow Wood Hospice, whose care and support meant a great deal to her and her family.
]]>Join us at Albion Community Church & Wellbeing Hub for a relaxed and welcoming Spring Plant & Craft Fair – a community day filled with plants, crafts, good food, and great conversation.
Saturday 16th May
11:00am – 3:00pm
Stamford Street East, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6QQ
What to expect
- A variety of craft stalls including handmade gifts, jewellery, cards and more
- Plants and spring-themed items
- Raffle and tombola
- Albion Café open throughout the day serving tea, coffee, bacon butties, light lunches and homemade cakes
Entry is just £1 – and includes a free drink.
Stall bookings
Interested in having a stall at the fair? We’d love to hear from you.
- £15 – one table
- £23 – two tables
This event is all about bringing people together, supporting local makers, and creating a warm, inclusive space for the community.
For enquiries or to book a stall, please get in touch via the contact details on our poster.
We look forward to welcoming you to Albion 
The Circle – A Time to Listen and Reflect
Following this month’s Circle, we were grateful to welcome Jack Donnelly, who shared his lived experience of a late autism diagnosis with honesty and courage. It was a powerful and reflective time, and we thank everyone who supported Ambitious about Autism through their generosity.
Looking Ahead to Pentecost
Although Pentecost (24th May) is still a few weeks away, we are beginning a shared journey towards it as a church.
Over the coming weeks, you may notice displays appearing around Albion, inviting us to reflect on what it truly means to be heard. Together, we will be exploring how we can raise up the voices of those who are often left unheard—those who feel as though they are shouting into the void at the margins.
Pentecost reminds us of a moment when every voice was understood. As we move towards that day, we ask: how can we become a community that truly listens?
We invite you to engage, reflect, and be part of what unfolds.
Looking Ahead
We are excited to be hosting the Willow Wood Hospice Last Night of the Proms at Albion on Friday 24th April. This promises to be a wonderful evening of music and community, supporting the work of Willow Wood Hospice.
Upcoming dates for your diary:
- Albion Coffee Morning – Saturday 25th April
- Albion Spring Craft Fair & Plant Sale – Saturday 16th May
- Albion Big Sing (feat. Café Jam) – Saturday 21st June
More details on these events will be shared soon—please keep an eye on our website and social media channels.
Join Us This Week
There is something happening every day at Albion, from children’s groups and community gatherings to worship and wellbeing activities. Whether you’re new or already part of our community, you are always welcome.
Please note: There will be no Albion Warm Welcome on Wednesday 15th April. The group will return as usual on Wednesday 22nd April.
We were delighted to welcome Jack Donnelly for the first time. Following a wonderful bring-and-share lunch, Jack spent time with our monthly “The Circle” group, sharing his lived experience in a way that was both powerful and deeply moving.
This was also the first time Jack has stood in person to speak so openly about such an emotive and heartfelt topic. That made the moment all the more meaningful, and we felt incredibly privileged to be part of it.
Jack spoke about receiving a late autism diagnosis, reflecting on how this shaped his life, and the challenges he has faced in both education and employment. His honesty and insight created a space for real understanding, connection, and reflection.
We were also pleased to support Ambitious About Autism, a charity Jack is an ambassador for. Thanks to everyone’s generosity, we raised £105 in cash donations, alongside additional contributions made directly to the charity.
As we look ahead to Pentecost, we are reminded of its powerful message—of the Holy Spirit giving voice to those who were often unheard, enabling people from all backgrounds to be understood. Today felt like a glimpse of that same spirit: creating space for voices from the margins to be heard, valued, and truly listened to.
Moments like this remind us why creating spaces to listen, learn, and grow together matters so much—especially during Autism Acceptance Month.
We are incredibly grateful to Jack for trusting us with his story, and to everyone who came along and helped make the day so welcoming.
]]>We’re really glad you’re thinking of visiting Albion. Whether you’re exploring faith, looking for community, or simply curious, you are very welcome here.
Getting Here
Parking
There is parking available beside the church, as well as on nearby local streets.
Location of The Circle
The Circle meets in the Memorial Chapel, which is located to the left-hand side of the church.
Directions
You can find us using the postcode OL6 6QQ, or for a more precise location, use what3words:
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https://w3w.co/gift.acting.wallet
Upcoming Gathering
Bring & Share Lunch
Join us from 12:45pm for a relaxed time of food and conversation.
Guest Speaker
We’re pleased to welcome Jack Donnelly, who will be speaking from 1:30pm.
As part of Autism Acceptance Month, this talk will focus on lived experience of being late diagnosed autistic. It’s an opportunity to listen, learn, and reflect together — moving beyond awareness towards genuine understanding and inclusion.
We hope this information helps you feel prepared and at ease. If you have any questions before your visit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
You are always welcome at Albion. 
As you come into the church, you may notice some refreshed charitable giving and donation displays at the front. These have been updated to help clearly communicate where donations are used and how they support both the church and the wider community.
These updates are part of our Albion Community Church Enrichment Project (ACCEPT) — an exciting step forward in developing our building and strengthening our role as a community church. Through ACCEPT, we are working to create a more welcoming, accessible, and usable space for everyone, including improved facilities and areas that better support community activities.
The funds raised go directly towards this work, helping us make immediate improvements while also investing in the long-term future of Albion as a place that serves, supports, and brings people together.
This is about more than just maintaining a building — it’s about growing a community. Your support helps us continue to develop Albion as a place of connection, care, and opportunity for everyone.
Thank you for being part of that journey.
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