Lenny the Lion has been living in St Mary’s Church since 1564, that’s 462 years. If you want to say ‘hello’ to him, you will find him resting in the front left corner. He’s tucked away a bit because he loves his sleep!

Help Lenny tell his story!

 

Write a short story about Lenny’s adventures.

Imagine the adventures Lenny has had over the years in our church and write a short story. Think about the people and animals he has met, the events taking place in church, the fun and the scary moments he has had. If you are a bit older you can link the story to something that happened in Denham or in England in the past and take your inspiration from that. Your story will bring this stone lion to life!

 

Colour in a picture of Lenny or make your own drawing.

The best stories and images will be printed as a booklet, with all proceeds going to our appeal.

You can post your story or image through St Mary’s letterbox (next to the vestry door around the left hand side of the front door of St Mary’s). Don’t forget to put your name and age and a contact number or email on the back. You can also email them to us…

Download the colouring sheet of Lenny here…

 

Why not raise some money yourself?

You could use your time and gifts to wash a car, help with gardening… and give the money to our appeal.

You can post the money you’ve raised through our church letterbox in a sealed envelope with the words “Fundraising” on it, or ask a grown-up to transfer the money for you (again: ask them to put “Fundraising” on the bank transfer or back of cheque). Click here to find out about ways to give…

 

A note for adults:

We launched our campaign “Two buildings, one community, a future worth investing in” at St Mary’s Festival on Sunday, 13 September 2026. Our goal is to raise £300,000 for St Mary’s Church and St Mark’s Hall. Our stone lion connects both buildings – it can be found at the feet of the tomb effigies of the first patron, Sir Edmund Peckham, and his wife. The lion is also the heraldic animal of St Mark. With “Lenny the Lion” we want to give everyone a stake in helping us preserve and improve our buildings for future generations – it doesn’t matter how old you are or how much you can contribute. You can download the full brochure with all details of our campaign here…

(Christoph Lindner, Rector)

For the latest update about the building work at St Mark’s, click here…

Our aim is to build meaningful relationships with a small number of mission partners (expressed through prayer, financial support, practical help, exposure visits, etc.). This updated list was approved and formally adopted at the APCM in April 2024.

 

TRINITY (with SHOC)– This local homeless charity and has an immediate impact on the local area.

 

CARE FOR THE FAMILY “… aims to promote strong family life and to help those who face family difficulties.” . Denham Parish has been running CFF parenting courses for several years. CFF’s vision, including a focus in supporting Christian families as they help their children grow in faith, chimes with our focus on young people and families.

 

BRF MINISTRIES  “offer creative programmes and resources for individuals, churches and schools.” Denham Parish has been connected with BRF for 60 years. We have been blessed by their daily bible reading notes. They have a focus on schools work and new ministries for families and children, and are the publishers of Messy Church resources.

 

WYCLIFFE BIBLE TRANSLATIONS “To see God’s Word made accessible to all people in the language of their hearts.” This worthwhile cause reaches out to communities in remote places that do not have the bible in their own language or people that are illiterate. Our Parish has a connection with Samuel Kpagheri (originally set up by the St Mark’s service and committee). In 2025 we had a visit from Samuel.

 

TEARFUND “changes the lives of people who have suffered due to conflict and poverty, working through local churches”. Church members have held fund raising events for this in the past. Tearfund’s excellent work has been recognised by qualifying for the gift-matching programme of the UK government in 2024.

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This Sunday we are continuing with our series “Psalms for Life”. Janet Allen will be preaching at both services – 9am and 10.30am at St Mary’s.

At 10.30, Axel Melis will be baptised. To join us live on our YouTube channel, click here…
Of course the recording will be available afterwards, too.

On Sunday we will continue to reflect on one of the most powerful passages of the Bible. Romans chapter 8 has sometimes been called the “Mount Everest” of the Bible. I spoke about the first part last Sunday, and am encouraging you to catch up, as this Sunday is a continuation (the readings and talk start at 44min 30 sec):

 

This Sunday we will have a 9am and a 10.30am service, both with Holy Communion. During the summer holidays there is no Sunday Club, but there will be clipboards with activity sheets for children.

Download the service sheet…

Against all expectations, our livestream did work last Sunday, so with the usual health warning, here is the link for this Sunday’s 10.30am service…

We hope you will be able to join us this Sunday at St Mary’s when we will have our usual services…

9am Holy Communion &
10.30am Service with Communion  ( livestreamed using link below)

Link to 10.30am service: