We pray the prayer below every Thursday morning in St Sampson's, and the Holy Cross community are praying this prayer every Wednesday (in our own personal prayers).
Do join in praying on any or every day for the much needed miracle of peace in our troubled world.
There are copies on the table in St Sampson's and Holy Cross...

A Prayer for Peace...

God of peace and justice, we pray for people in places of conflict... 
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.

We pray for all those who fear tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. 
 

We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen. 

Read the latest Upper Thames newsletter (pdf) dated 8th August 2025.

Scroll down for events and August services or visit our calendar:

Our new curate Revd Sharon Gleed

Hello everyone,

I'm Sharon Gleed and I'm looking forward to getting to know you all, as I come to join in with life and ministry in the Upper Thames Benefice. 

Prior to training for ordination at Sarum College, Salisbury and serving my curacy in the Gauzebrook Benefice, I was a teacher, working in London and Bristol. I taught Deaf children and, for the last eleven years, specialised in Early Years Education.

I am married to Edward and we have two adult children and a large black labrador, called Theo. I love singing and was a member of Malmesbury Singers for three years. I have recently joined another choir, which sings at cathedrals around the country. I really enjoy gardening, trips to the theatre and from time to time, horse riding and creative play, for example painting and glasswork.

With my prayers, as I come to help share God's love across your communities.

Sharon

August Services

• Sunday 10th August
  • St Sampson's
    • 10am Worship Together Holy Communion
       
• Sunday 17th August
  • St Sampson's
    • 8am Holy Communion followed by breakfast
  • St John the Baptist, Latton
    • 10am Worship Together Holy Communion
       
• Sunday 24th August
  • Holy Cross
    • 8.30am Holy Communion
  • All Saints, Leigh
    • 10am Worship Together Holy Communion
       
• Sunday 31st August
  • St John the Baptist, Latton
    • 10am Worship Together Holy Communion

Concert at St Sampson's Saturday 13th September

Athelstan Pilgrim Way - Lauch of Braydon Brook & Upper Thames Routes

Malmesbury & District Foodbank
Please help support local people in crisis. Donations of food can be left at Ashton Keynes village school, St John's Latton (Village Hall café monthly), St Sampson's Cricklade. Other Cricklade drop-offs: St Sampson's school, Tesco Express, Animal Fayre, Culverhay Stores, Cricklade United Church, St Mary's Church.
The current top needs include pasta sauces, UHT milk, and tinned spaghetti.
You can also support by donating money, either through regular giving or one-off gifts. 
To find out more about the work of the Foodbank and how you can help, please visit their website: Malmesbury & District Foodbank | Helping Local People in Crisis

North Wilts Mission Area Youth Ice Cream Social - Year 6 invitation