A season of hope, light, and renewal across our churches in Birstwith, Hampsthwaite, Killinghall and Felliscliffe, gathering as one benefice to walk this sacred story together.
Easter is the heart of our Christian year — a journey from the quiet depth of Holy Week into the joy of resurrection. Whether you come every Sunday, haven’t been for a while, or are exploring faith for the first time, you are warmly invited to join us.
Across Hampsthwaite, Felliscliffe, Killinghall and Birstwith, we gather as one benefice to walk this sacred story together. You are welcome at any service, in any church.
Palm Sunday
Sunday 29 March
- 10.30am — Parish Communion at Killinghall
Maundy Thursday
Thursday 3 April
- 7.00pm — Holy Communion with Foot‑Washing at Killinghall
A quiet, reflective service as we remember the Last Supper and Jesus’ call to love one another.
Good Friday
Friday 4 April
- 2.00pm — The Liturgy of Good Friday at Felliscliffe Chapel
A solemn hour at the foot of the cross, held in stillness and prayer.
Easter Eve
Saturday 5 April
- 7.00pm — First Eucharist of Easter at Hampsthwaite
We gather in darkness, kindle the new fire, and welcome the light of Christ.
Easter Day
Sunday 6 April
- 10.30am — Easter Communion at Birstwith
- 10.30am — Easter Communion Hampsthwaite
- 10.30am — Easter Communion Killinghall
Joyful, celebratory worship for all ages as we proclaim: Christ is risen!
Children & Families
Children are welcome at every service and if you are bringing little ones, please relax, noise and movement are part of our worshipping life.
Practical Information
Which church is where?
- St Thomas, Killinghall — HG3 2DW
- St Thomas, Hampsthwaite — HG3 2ET
- St James, Birstwith — HG3 2NG
- Felliscliffe Chapel — HG3 2JY
Accessibility
All our churches have step‑free access or alternative entry arrangements. If you have specific needs, please get in touch, we will gladly help.
Parking
Each church has nearby on‑street parking; Hampsthwaite and Killinghall also have small car parks.
A Warm Invitation
Wherever you find yourself this Easter — joyful, weary, hopeful, uncertain — you are welcome among us.
Come and share in the story of love stronger than death, and light that no darkness can overcome.