Welcome to the Minster Church of Sts Thomas, Newport

A welcoming and inclusive church that seeks to serve the Parish, Town and Island Community by:

• encouraging all in faith
• sharing the Gospel with all
• inspiring worship and prayer
• extending the hand of friendship
• nurturing children and young people

Support and Donate to The Minster

With the support of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we have an opportunity to restore the church’s historic structure and contents and reorder the internal space. Find out how you can support The Project.

The History of the Minster

Newport Minster has a rich heritage going back nearly one thousand years. Find out why it is dedicated to two Thomas’s, and why it is called a minster.

Join the Friends of Newport Minster

The Friends support the church by fundraising, runnning events and providing other help. To find out more, and to join, visit the Friends page of the website.

Hire the Minster for your event

The Minster can be hired for weddings, funerals, exhibitions, concerts and other events, with a seating capacity of up to 600 people. The Parish Centre is also available for hire.

Weekly Services & Events

August Services

Sunday 1st, 9th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 8th, 10th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 15th, 11th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 22nd, 12th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 29th, 13th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

September Services

Sunday 5th, 14th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 12th, 15th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Harvest Festival

Sunday 19th, 16th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Sunday 26th, 17th Sunday of Trinity
11.00am Holy Communion

Download an Order of Service

A very warm welcome to all, including families and children.

The Minster is open for Private Prayer Monday to Saturday 10am – 12.30pm. Sunday services commence at 11am. Services can also be viewed on the Parish’s dedicated YouTube channel here. There is no need to book, but please be aware that places are limited. For further information please contact us.

Services & Events

Donate

Coffee Shop

Open 10 am to 12:30 pm, at Newport Minster

Every day except Sunday and during services

Gift and Craft Fair

Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:30 am to 3:30 pm, at Newport Parish Centre