Giving | Parish of St Mary's Stanwell and St Matthew's

A Christian response

Giving begins in thanksgiving

At the Eucharist, bread and wine are brought to the altar as signs of God’s creation and our human work. Our financial giving belongs to that same response: we offer back to God something of what we have received.

This is not simply about meeting bills. It is part of our discipleship—freely offered, prayerfully considered and always according to our means.

“All things come from you, and of your own have we given you.” 1 Chronicles 29:14

What your giving makes possible

One parish, faithfully sustained

Regular giving allows the PCC to plan responsibly and care for the whole life of our two churches.

Worship and ministry

Supporting the worship of God, the ministry of our clergy and lay people, and the pastoral care offered across the parish.

Mission and welcome

Helping us share the faith, welcome children and families, serve our communities and keep our churches open to all.

Our churches

Caring for St Mary’s and St Matthew’s, meeting essential running costs and preserving these sacred places for generations to come.

Practical ways to help

Ways to give

Choose the method that is most convenient for you. However you give, thank you.

Recommended

Parish Giving Scheme

A simple and secure way to give regularly by Direct Debit. You remain in control and can change or stop your gift at any time. If eligible, Gift Aid is collected for the parish.

Start regular giving

Direct to the parish

Bank transfer or standing order

You can make a one-off bank transfer or arrange a regular standing order. Please contact the Parish Office for the correct account details.

Ask for bank details

When you come to church

Card, cash or cheque

Contactless card readers and collection plates are available in church. Cheques should be payable to “St Mary’s and St Matthew’s PCC”.

Postal address for cheques

The Parish Office
99 Church Road
Ashford
TW15 2NY

A lasting act of faith

A gift in your will

After making provision for those you love, you may wish to remember St Mary’s and St Matthew’s in your will. A legacy of any size can help future generations find here the worship, welcome and Christian community that have mattered to us.

Leaving a gift is a deeply personal decision and there is never any pressure. Our dedicated Legacies page explains how to take the next step and whom to contact for a confidential conversation.

When making or changing a will, we recommend taking independent professional advice so that your wishes are recorded correctly.

Explore leaving a legacy Contact us confidentially

An envelope, fountain pen, old church key and oak leaves, symbolising a gift for future generations

Make your gift go further

Gift Aid

If you are an eligible UK taxpayer, Gift Aid allows the parish to claim an additional 25p for every £1 you give, at no extra cost to you.

Complete a Gift Aid form

The whole of our life

Stewardship is more than money

Christian stewardship is the offering of ourselves to God. Each of us has something to give.

Prayer Pray faithfully for our churches, parish and wider community.

Time Share in the practical work, welcome and service of parish life.

Gifts Offer your skills, experience and financial support according to your means.

Would you like to talk to someone?

For help with giving, Gift Aid or a confidential legacy enquiry, contact the Parish Office at office@smam.org.uk or telephone 01784 259093. You may also speak to a Churchwarden after a service.