St Paul’s Woodford Bridge exists to worship God, lead people to Christ, build a loving Christian community, and serve a world in need.
Looking to host an event? See hiring St Paul’s church halls for times and contact details.
This week’s evening study group will continue to study the book of the prophet Hosea.
Please come for a 19:30 start. The meeting is at Vera’s near the church. For Vera’s address, please phone Amanda on 07711 803 781.
Posted 4 October 2025
written by The Most Reverend Dr Hosam E Naoum, Anglican Archbishop of Jerusalem:
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: in your mercy, provide for all those in Gaza and beyond who suffer from hunger and starvation, that they may be given both physical bread to nourish their bodies and heavenly bread to sustain their souls. By the power of your Spirit, bring a speedy end to this cruel war, the release of all captives, care for the sick and wounded, comfort for those who have lost loved ones, and the opening of a pathway for a just and lasting peace here in the very homeland where your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, ministered during his earthly life; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever, Amen.
1st Vision and Action Plan meeting 7.30pm in church all welcome - continuing to explore next steps for our priorities of outreach, welcome, children & young people.
10th & 24th Friday Club for all young people yr6+ 7-8.30pm - food, fun and learning together.
30th the vicarage 4-6pm Family fun, Pumpkin carving, hot dogs & marshmallows!
Heavenly Father, shepherd of your Church, send us a faithful pastor to lead with wisdom, courage and love, proclaiming your Gospel, celebrating the sacraments, and guiding your people in unity and truth. Strengthen your Church, we pray, and direct us in your ways; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen
© Crown Nominations Committee
Praying God’s blessing on all living in:
We would be delighted to pray for you or anyone in need. Pop it on the Church prayer board, or email Alexandra at vicar@stpaulswb.com or Mac at macleonard@virginmedia.com
Posted 4 October 2025
To find out more about our quizzes and Murder Mystery evenings, please contact Len Stevens.
Posted 10 March 2024
We welcome the Revd Alexandra Podd as Vicar of St Paul’s, Woodford Bridge.
Alexandra was licensed and instituted as Vicar by Bishop Guli on 12 September. She has also become Assistant Diocesan Director of Ordinands, and will spend half her time in each role.
Posted 13 September 2024. Updated 28 September
We are a Christian Parish Church in Essex in the Diocese of Chelmsford, and part of the Church of England. We are here to spread the ‘Good News’ about God and his Son Jesus Christ.
The Bible says “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him may not die but may have eternal life” (John 3:16). That means those who ‘follow’ Jesus Christ, who love his company, respect his teaching, trust his promises and are prepared to let this affect their lives.
We are committed to Safeguarding Children, Young People, Vulnerable Adults and Victims of Domestic Abuse.
Our Safeguarding Policy [PDF, 75 KB] was updated on 18 March 2025.
Our Parish Safeguarding Officer (SPO) Alan Clark can be contacted either on 07903 733 497 or via e-mail at safeguarding@stpaulswb.com.
To arrange a baptism or wedding, please ask at our weekly 10am Sunday Service.
For pastoral visits, funerals and other enquiries, please contact the Vicar or the Revd Ian Monks.
We are a friendly church and you will find a warm welcome at our services and church groups.
For children, we have a Children’s Sunday Club every Sunday at 10:00 in the hall. We also run Children’s Holiday Clubs.
We run a Coffee morning every Thursday from 10 to 12 noon. All are welcome.
We have an active Mothers’ Union meeting on the first Tuesday of each month and our Textile Group has created inspiring and colourful banners for the church and meets fortnightly.
“Just for Girls” meet fortnightly on a Tuesday morning from 10—12 noon for Worship, Meditation, Prayer and Fellowship. The group is open to women who are members of St Paul’s church. Please contact Pauline Bolding for further details.
Light up St Paul’s Spire!
Everyone is invited to participate in our Spirelight Dedication, to commemorate an Anniversary, Birthday or any other memorable date.
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For further information contact Churchwarden Paul Malam.
St Paul’s welcomes anyone who is disabled - our Church has disabled access facilities through the South
Door off the Main road, and a hearing loop for anyone using a hearing aid.
