St James Church supports and welcomes the people of Ukraine following the invasion by Russia on 24th February 2022. Members of the church have, and continue to, host Ukrainian refugees in their homes. Our vicar Eric heard God speak to him at the time of the initial invasion and is committed to providing pastoral support to all Ukrainians in our midst.

We meet in the Church Barn (MK40 4AS) on first, third and fifth Monday of each month between 5:30 and 7:00pm to welcome Ukrainians to the Bedford area.  There is the opportunity to meet fellow Ukrainians and, especially for those recently arrived, there are clothes and other useful necessities freely available. 

For more information, get in touch:

Lois Nash

01234 961826

Ukrainian school

The Saturday school is restarting on 5th October 2024 at St James VA Primary school in Biddenham for the children of Ukrainian refugees in the Bedford area. The school is free for the children of Ukrainian refugees, supported by individuals and the Diocese of St Albans.