29/05/2026
St Helens Parish Church will officially become St Helens Minster on Sunday 24th May, marking a major new chapter in the life of one of the town’s best loved landmarks. ✨
The redesignation reflects years of work to create a church that serves the community every day of the week – a vision first championed by former Vicar Rev. Martin Hunt. Fondly remembered across the town, especially among mining families, Rev. Martin envisioned a “7 days a week ministry” before his untimely death in a mining accident. Those words were later engraved on a memorial plaque inside the church; and for the past six years, Team Vicar Rev. Rachel Shuttleworth, has quietly whispered the words: “I am trying my best Martin,” each time she walks past it. 🙏
St Helens Parish Church will officially be redesignated as St Helens Minster; a change of name reflecting a change of focus – reflecting a renewed mission built on years of nurturing a church that is open, welcoming, prayerful and hopeful. ⛪
Now open Sunday to Friday, and regularly on Saturdays, the church hosts concerts, events and community initiatives including the campaign, while working closely with the local community, civic and voluntary organisations. Celebrations will include a brass band fanfare, a specially written hymn and a community day, which is taking place in the square after the ceremony. 🏘️🏙️
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