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Welcome to the Western Dales Mission Community – an ecumenical initiative in the Cumbrian part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park that brings together Anglican, Methodist, United Reformed Churches and our companions along the way.

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Sunday Sermon, 20 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 20 September 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Sunday Sermon, 13 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 13 September 2026

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Harvest Services 2026
Harvest Services 2026

All our Harvest Services in the Western Dales!

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Sunday Sermon, 6 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 6 September 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Flying the Ukrainian flag at St Andrew’s Church, Sedbergh
Flying the Ukrainian flag at St Andrew’s Church, Sedbergh

An update on our flag policy

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Events for Children & Youth
Fun and engaging activities where young people and families can learn about their faith.

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News and Articles

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Sunday Sermon, 20 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 20 September 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Sunday Sermon, 13 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 13 September 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Harvest Services 2026
Harvest Services 2026

All our Harvest Services in the Western Dales!

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Sunday Sermon, 6 September 2026
Sunday Sermon, 6 September 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Flying the Ukrainian flag at St Andrew’s Church, Sedbergh
Flying the Ukrainian flag at St Andrew’s Church, Sedbergh

An update on our flag policy

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Children, Youth and Families Worker Newsletter - July and August 2026
Children, Youth and Families Worker Newsletter - July and August 2026

Click here to find out more about what’s been happening with Children, Youth and Families throughout the summer season.

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Sunday Sermon, 30 August 2026
Sunday Sermon, 30 August 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Solar Eclipse Walk to Fox’s Pulpit
Solar Eclipse Walk to Fox’s Pulpit

On Wednesday 12th August a group of around fifty people gathered at Fox’s Pulpit to witness the partial solar eclipse and share in a time of worship and wonder together.

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People’s Emergency Briefing
People’s Emergency Briefing

Information on local screening of this important film in Sedbergh.

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Summer Wednesday Walks
Summer Wednesday Walks

Our Summer Wednesday Walks are well underway. Join us for our next walk on 12th August.

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Holiday Club 2026 - Heroes in Training!
Holiday Club 2026 - Heroes in Training!

We’ve been having a fantastic week as Heroes in Training!

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Dentdale Biker Breakfast
Dentdale Biker Breakfast

A special service on 9th August.

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Children, Youth and Families Worker Newsletter - May and June 2026
Children, Youth and Families Worker Newsletter - May and June 2026

Click to read the latest newsletter from Children, Youth and families Worker, Ben Maunder.

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Summer Wednesday Walks - returning for 2026!
Summer Wednesday Walks - returning for 2026!

A series of three weekday walks taking place across the Western Dales on Wednesdays throughout the summer. Join us for some or all of them!

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Sunday Sermon, 28 June 2026
Sunday Sermon, 28 June 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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New Bible study group for Sunday evenings
New Bible study group for Sunday evenings

Details on a new Bible study group.

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Sedbergh Youth Service
Sedbergh Youth Service
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Sunday Sermon, 21 June 2026
Sunday Sermon, 21 June 2026

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Sunday Sermon, 14 June 2026
Sunday Sermon, 14 June 2026

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Fun and Games at ‘Half Time’ After School Club
Fun and Games at ‘Half Time’ After School Club
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Sunday Sermon, 7 June 2026
Sunday Sermon, 7 June 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Judith Bush.

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Sunday Sermon, 24 May 2026
Sunday Sermon, 24 May 2026

Read or listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Revd Andy Burgess

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Vision Day Update
Vision Day Update

A report on our Vision Day last Saturday.

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A History of Low Smithy Chapel, Garsdale
A History of Low Smithy Chapel, Garsdale

A history of this special chapel.

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Chapel Anniversary & Farewell Thanksgiving Service for Low Smithy Chapel, Garsdale
Chapel Anniversary & Farewell Thanksgiving Service for Low Smithy Chapel, Garsdale

Some photos from this special service.

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Christening of Albie Nicholson & Lambing Service in Howgill
Christening of Albie Nicholson & Lambing Service in Howgill

Photos from our special service in Howgill this morning.

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Sunday Sermon, 10 May 2026
Sunday Sermon, 10 May 2026

Listen to this Sunday’s sermon by Geoff Park.

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Anna Chaplain and Anna Friends Spring Teas in the People’s Hall Sedbergh
Anna Chaplain and Anna Friends Spring Teas in the People’s Hall Sedbergh

A report on our recent Anna Chaplain Spring Tea

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PCC members for the Benefice of the Western Dales 2026
PCC members for the Benefice of the Western Dales 2026

Details of elected members of Sedbergh and Lune PCC, and Dent with Cowgill PCC for 2026.

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Christian Aid Week Coffee Morning
Christian Aid Week Coffee Morning

Information on our Christian Aid coffee morning

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Reports

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Safeguarding Policy for the Benefice of the Western Dales (2025)
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APCM 2024 Report and Accounts for the Parochial Church Council of Sedbergh and Lune
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Safeguarding Policy for the Methodist Church in the Western Dales (2024)
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Safeguarding Policy for the Parish of Sedbergh and Lune (2024)
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PCC members for the Parish of Dent with Cowgill 2024
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PCC members for the Parish of Sedbergh and Lune 2024
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PCC members for the Parish of Dent with Cowgill 2023
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PCC members for the Parish of Sedbergh and Lune 2023
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Policy for the use of St John’s Churchyard, Cowgill
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