Our Church’s Story
Welcome to St Wilfrid’s Church
A warm, vibrant Anglican church in a historic setting
We are a lively and growing Anglican church, meeting in a beautiful 800-year-old building that’s full of history—but very much alive and being renewed inside! Whether you prefer a traditional or modern style of worship, there’s a place for you here.
At St Wilfrid’s, we seek the manifest presence of God by His Holy Spirit. We love the Scriptures, and our deepest aim is to equip God’s people to do His work—growing in unity, faith, and the knowledge of Jesus Christ.
You’ll find a warm welcome whatever your background, age, or stage of faith. Our congregation is wonderfully varied, and we’d love to help you find your place in our church family.
Vacancy
St Wilfrid’s is currently in a period of vacancy, following the retirement of our vicar, Revd Ludger Fremmer. We give thanks for Ludger’s faithful ministry, leadership, and care for the church and wider community during his time with us.
While we are without a permanent vicar, worship and pastoral care continue as normal. Services are led by visiting clergy and licensed lay ministers, and the life of the church remains active, prayerful, and welcoming. Throughout this time, we trust in Christ as our King, who continues to lead and sustain His church.
The PCC is working closely with the Diocese as we look ahead to the appointment of a new vicar. This time of vacancy is one of transition, but also an opportunity for prayer, reflection, and growing together with hope and confidence in God’s guidance.
Minster Communities
Minster Communities are groups of churches working collaboratively and sharing resources to enable effective mission. There are many reasons why this process is taking place; more information can be found by visiting this website: www.leicester.anglican.org/minster-communities.
We are supported by the Area Dean for Gartree, Revd Steve Bailey, who is also the Rector for the Oadby Great Glen Benefice.
The churches in our prospective Minster Community are: Burton Overy, St Andrew’s; Great Glen, St Cuthbert’s; Carlton Curlieu, St Mary’s; Oadby, St Paul’s; Oadby, St Peter’s; and the 3 churches in our own benefice. We are currently at Phase 2, which means that the various working groups have submitted their reports, after which a formal proposal will be submitted to the Diocese. It is hoped that our Minster Community will be formalised by the end of 2027.
Worship Services
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Sunday 10.30 a.m. (Weekly)
Our main modern service with worship, teaching, and Sunday Clubs for children. Join us at 10:00 in the Church Hall for coffee, tea, or squash. -
Express Service – 9.30 a.m. (First Sunday of the Month)
A relaxed and family-friendly 30-minute service, followed by breakfast at 10.00 a.m. in the Church Hall. -
Holy Communion / Morning Praise (Alternating Sundays)
Either with a worship band or in a simpler Morning Praise format. Check our schedule for details. - 4pm Holy Communion (usually the 3rd Sunday of the month)
A traditional communion service with hymns, organ and choir.
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Midweek Services:
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Monday Prayer (20–30 mins)
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Thursday Holy Communion – 10.00 a.m. on the first Thursday of the month.
A traditional, simple service using Common Worship.
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St Wilfrid's Media
Sunday Sermon Recap with Lat Blaylock 22nd Feb
Sunday Sermon Recap with Archdeacon Richard Trethewey 15th February 2026
Sunday Sermon Recap with David Radford 8th February 2026
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Our Vision
“St Wilfrid’s Church: Seeking the Kingdom of God”
We believe the Church is not just a place—it’s a people, gathered in Christ. We’re here to share more than activities: we offer a message of hope and transformation that sits at the heart of everything we do.
Discover Our Story
Our church building has stood for over 800 years and is rich in history. In fact, TV historian Michael Wood named St Wilfrid’s as his favourite church in a national survey by the National Churches Trust.
Click here to read more about our history.
More Than Just Sundays
St Wilfrid’s is a hub of community and spiritual life throughout the week. Whether you’re interested in children’s and youth work, mid-week groups, mission and charity support, or weddings and baptisms, we’d love to connect with you.
We also run Welcome Meals for newcomers—get in touch if you’d like to join the next one.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Get to know the heart behind our church, where each member plays a vital role in our community.
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Eunice Hayes
Associate Minister
Ximena Shelton
Children and Youth Worker
Martyn Wyburn
Children and Youth Worker
Danny Pratt & Tony Frost
AV Team
Susanna Steptoe
PCC
Clive Smith
PCC
Eunice Hayes
Children and Youth Worker
Liz Scott
Children and Youth Worker
Kevin Feltham
PCC
Joy Hill
Administrator
Sara Law
Children and Youth Worker
Peter Hayes
PCC
Theresa Jackson
Associate Minister
Flavio Dias
Children and Youth Worker
Trevor Lake
Associate Minister
Jacki Shorley
Associate Minister
Alan Goss
Church Warden
Cathi Batho
Children and Youth Worker
Ian Morris, Karen Goss, Jill Ferraby, Ludger Fremmer
Worship Team
Jacqui Connolly
Church Warden
Kyra Pratt
Treasurer
Anne Flower
Associate Minister
Kyra Pratt
Children and Youth Worker
Mary Ireland
Reverend
Martyn Wyburn
PCC
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