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VOICE IMAGES is a new choral composition that responds to the unique architecture and acoustics of the Swiss Church in London. Devised for an ensemble of six singers, it incorporates three distinct compositions or ‘voice-images’; sonic representations of delirium. Each ‘voice-image’ is designed to be modular — in conversation harmonically and timbrally with one another — and plays with a different cluster of words which sound alike yet shift in meaning with the change of a vowel or consonant. During the performance up to three compositions will occur simultaneously: from the incisive sonority of two singers performing a duet to the polyphonic harmonies of several compositions occurring at one time. The intensity and audible perceptibility of these pieces will transform throughout, altered by the singers’ movement and proximity to each other within the space.

VOICE IMAGES builds on Louisa Fairclough’s solo exhibition, Ground Truth, at Danielle Arnaud Gallery in 2011. The show included two 16mm film installations: Bore Song (2011) and Song of Grief (2013), which formed a minor sixth interval when heard together. This tonal, as well as aesthetic, resonance led Fairclough to consider the works as modular, correlating with Glover’s interest in the perception of repeated musical intervals.

Glover and Fairclough have collaborated on a number of compositions since 2014 including Awkward Relaxed (2014), I wish I could be a stone (2014) and Compositions for a Low Tide (2014), as well as two expanded film installations: Can People See Me Swallowing (2014) and Absolute Pitch (2014). This is the first time they have expanded their research into tonal modularity into a live choral manifestation.

VOICE IMAGES has been workshopped with, and will be performed by the Dieci Voices — a professional vocal ensemble based in London.

In conjunction with the performance Fairclough is also presenting A Song Cycle for the Ruins of a Psychiatric Unit, a solo exhibition at Danielle Arnaud Gallery 18 November — 9 December 2017.

Louisa Fairclough's practice takes the form of film loops, performances, field recordings and drawings. In 2016 she was awarded the CMIR Arnolfini bursary for the sculptural film Awkward Relaxed (forthcoming). Sounding grief: The Severn Estuary as an emotional soundscape co-authored with Owain Jones led to drawings and field recordings from the Thames that were shown at Estuary Festival (2016). Can People See Me Swallowing showed at Contact Film Festival, Apiary Studios (2016), Absolute Pitch and Composition for a Low Tide were commissioned by Whitstable Biennale 2014, Jeannie commissioned by Bristol New Music in 2014, Song of Grief shown at Film in Space, Camden Art Centre (2013), Bore Song acquired by CAS for The Wilson (2013) and recently shown at Rojas + Rubensteen Projects in Miami (2017). Louisa is Associate Lecturer at Oxford Brookes and University of Falmouth. She is passionate about experimental film, and co-founded BEEF in Bristol in 2015.

Richard Glover is a composer and writer based in Birmingham, UK. His music explores gradual process, perception in reductionist sound environments, performer interaction, and experimental approaches to notation. His portrait cd Logical Harmonies was released by Another Timbre to widespread acclaim in 2013, and his music has been performed internationally by ensembles such as the Bozzini Quartet, musikFabrik, BBC Concert Orchestra, and the Birmingham Contemporary Music Group. Glover co-authored the book Overcoming Form with Bryn Harrison, with whom he is currently working on a major publication with Bloomsbury on the temporal experience of experimental musics, due for release in 2018. He has published book chapters and articles on Phill Niblock, Minimalism and Technology, and the perception of sustained tone musics. He is currently Reader in Music at the University of Wolverhampton.

VOICE IMAGES is part of Being and Appearing, a programme of contemporary art curated for the Swiss Church in London by Kirsty White. http://beingandappearing.org.uk

Kindly supported by the Swiss Church in London, University of Wolverhampton and Arts Council England.

Image: A Gloucester Cathedral chorister sings for 'Absolute Pitch' by Louisa Fairclough & Richard Glover commissioned by Whitstable Biennale 2014. Photo by Milo Newman

November 26Nov 26
5.00pm

Commemorative service

The Commemorative service is an opportunity to light candles for those who have passed away in the past year and beyond. There will be a choir, and the service will be followed by refreshments.

Admission free - retiring collection

November 27Nov 27
5.00pm

Sit in Silence

The weeks before Christmas are a hectic time and many of us long for a moment of peace and quiet away from all the hustle and bustle.

We invite you to escape the busy streets of London and enter a calm space, illuminated by candlelight. Make yourself comfortable and find your inner balance, or have or a cup of tea and a chat with one of our staff and volunteers.

This event is free. Everyone is welcome to drop in and out at their own rhythm.

November 28Nov 28
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps 'BoS'

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

Once a month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

December 3Dec 3
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service and share communion. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

December 4Dec 4
5.00pm

Sit in Silence

The weeks before Christmas are a hectic time and many of us long for a moment of peace and quiet away from all the hustle and bustle.

This event is free. Everyone is welcome to drop in and out at their own rhythm.

December 5Dec 5
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps 'BoS'

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

Once a month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

December 10Dec 10
2.00pm

A Christmas afternoon for families

An afternoon for all generations full of surprises!

2-5:30pm: Children can craft their own Christmas presents, hear the Christmas story (in English, French and Swiss-German), sing hymns in Swiss and British tradition and carve their own Räbeliecht (turnip lantern)

4pm: Samichlaus (Father Christmas) and his Schmutzli will make a visit. He might even have little presents for the younger ones among the visitors and listen to their Sprüchli. Please sign up with Anna: anna.tomaschett@gmail.com by 5 December. (Parents: send Anna a little list about the nice and the naughty things your child has done and that the Samichlaus should know about!)

5:30pm: Räbeliechtliumzug (turnip parade) through Covent Garden

Hot drinks and snacks will be provided.

The event is free - donations are much appreciated.

December 11Dec 11
5.00pm

Sit in Silence

SIT IN SILENCE ON 11 DECEMBER IS CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS. WE APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED!

The weeks before Christmas are a hectic time and many of us long for a moment of peace and quiet away from all the hustle and bustle.

This event is free. Everyone is welcome to drop in and out at their own rhythm.

December 12Dec 12
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps 'BoS'

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

Once a month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

December 17Dec 17
5.00pm

Christmas Carol Service

Traditional Christmas Carol service with English, German and French hymns performed by Dieci Voices.

In collaboration with Christ Church. After the service, mulled wine and mince pies will be served. Come and join us for this wonderful evening!

Admission free. Retiring collection.

December 19Dec 19
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps 'BoS'

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

Once a month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

January 7Jan 7
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "I want to pray - but I don't know how"

Reading Matthew 5:5-15

We will look at different ways of praying and how we can establish a prayer practice in our daily life, even if we sometimes doubt if anyone can hear us...

January 8Jan 8
7.00pm

Bible Study: I (don't) believe in God, but...

In the last part of the five part course we will look at the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a topic that certainly triggers a lot of discussion and is difficult to grasp with our rational minds. What happened back then? And what does the message of the resurrection mean to us today?

We will start at 7pm with a short meditation and a shared dinner.

Newcomers are welcome too.

January 14Jan 14
10.00am

Fraumünster Zürich: Service led by Rev Carla Maurer

Rev Carla Maurer will be guest preacher at the Fraumünster in Zürich and lead through the service.

Everyone is welcome!

January 21Jan 21
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Why does God let bad things happen?"

Reading from the Book of Prophet Job

Many people feel that we are going through grim times. War, conflict, disaster and political turmoil dominate the news headlines. If God is good, then why is all this happening?

January 26Jan 26
1.00pm

Buchpräsentation mit Schweizer Autorin Simone Müller

The Swiss Church in London, the Swiss Benevolent Society and the Swiss Embassy present to you:

Book presentation with author Simone Müller

“Alljährlich im Frühjahr schwärmen unsere jungen Mädchen nach England”

Author Simone Müller reads extracts from 11 portraits of Swiss women who emigrated, published in her latest book. They came to the UK in their hundreds before and after the Second World War, rising to thousands in the late Forties and Fifties. A mass exodus of women, without parallel in the history of Switzerland. They worked as housekeepers, nannies and companions. The historical aspects of the extensive repatriation initiatives, organized by the Swiss Embassy in London in October 1939, are also described. Readings in German, followed by Q&A in English.

When: Friday, 26 January, 1-3 Uhr

Where: The Swiss Church in London, 79 Endell Street, WC2H 9DY

What: Coffee and cake, Reading from the book (in German), talks, Q+A, book signing

Information: carla.maurer@swisschurchlondon.org.uk or 020 7836 1418

Admission free. Retiring collection.

February 4Feb 4
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "How much money do we need to live well?"

Reading Matthew 6:19-23

One of the key messages of Jesus was to leave everything behind, get rid of our belonging and live a very simple life. Yet today we live in a capitalist world and used to work towards wealth. The message of Jesus remains radical and relevant today.

February 8Feb 8
7.00pm

Fondue Fundraising Dinner

A much loved tradition! Join us for melted Swiss cheese with bread, white wine and a pub quiz. With your help we can continue our work to support the homeless, visit the elderly and organise family events, as well as being a lively community centre for the Swiss in London and the UK.

Tickets are £35 / £25 concession (for church members and pensioners). Tickets are limited, book soon to avoid disappointment.

Concession tickets can be booked via Carla in the office:

020 7836 1418 or carla.maurer@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

February 18Feb 18
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Guest preacher: Rev Marcel Dietler from Switzerland

February 23Feb 23
10.00am

Exhibition Mary Branson - A Conversation with My Mother

Her first large installation since the iconic New Dawn in the Houses of Parliament, A Conversation with My Mother explores the notion of loss through dementia and the power of the subconscious to offer insights into the nature of grief.

Set in the captivating space of the Swiss Church, Covent Garden, the piece will include sculpture and soundscape interviews with a diverse group of women who talk about relationships with their mothers.

23rd & 24th February 10am – 9pm. Admission free.

Private view: 6 - 9pm Thursday 22ndrd.

Artist’s talk and discussion 6pm Saturday 24th.

More Information: www.marybranson.com

February 24Feb 24
10.00am

Exhibition Mary Branson - A Conversation with My Mother

Private view: 6 - 9pm Thursday 22ndrd.

Artist’s talk and discussion 6pm Saturday 24th.

More Information: www.marybranson.com

March 1Mar 1
4.00pm

Goldsmiths Exhibition 2018

'Allusion to a Body no Longer Present' by Sara Rodrigues and Tyler Eash, curated by Camille Brechignac and George Watson

“Allusion to a Body No Longer Present” is made of four main elements: a stage-like installation, a performance, a conversation room, and two audience-engaging events. The work, created specifically for the Swiss Church, deals with questions of impermanence, legacy and significance, heightened by the location within a church.

"We appreciate that the Swiss Church has been created through a community effort in itself, and that it takes joy in welcoming people from all paths of life. This community is thus at the heart of the work, and we hope that the project will reach beyond traditional art audiences."

Find out more about the project, artists and curators here.

Opening night: Thursday, 1 March, 4-8pm

Performances: 1 March 7pm, 10 March 5pm, and 16 March 7pm

March 4Mar 4
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Thirsty for life"

Readings Exodus 17:1-7, Hebrew 3:7-15 and John 4:3-26

The thirst for life and the longing for meaning are among the main reasons that draw people to church and believers to God. Together we will explore this thirst for life and how it can help to deepen our faith.

March 6Mar 6
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

March 13Mar 13
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

March 13Mar 13
12.00pm

La Causerie

La Causerie is a group of French speaking Swiss ladies who meets monthly at the Swiss Church in London.

Bring your own sandwich. Coffee and cake will be served.

For more details please contact Lisa Hall on lisa.moerschwil@gmail.com

March 13Mar 13
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva was founded in 2013 by Edurne Goldaracena. Edurne, who has been dancing since the age of 6 and a full time professional teacher for over 20 years, is from San Sebastián, the Basque region of Spain. With her love for dancing, she moved to London to pursue her career and under the guidance of the legendary Sydney Francis, obtained her first teacher qualifications with the I.S.T.D. and later with the I.D.T.A.

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

March 14Mar 14
11.30am

Mothers Group

The Mothers Group was founded in the 1960ies by a group of Swiss immigrants. The mothers, now grandmothers and great-grandmothers, continue to meet ever second Wednesday of the month to build old and new friendships and provide an interesting programme.

Young mothers and fathers with the children are invited to join the meetings.

For more details please contact Marianne Fisher-Hertig on muttergruppe@outlook.com

March 18Mar 18
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Miracles"

Reading John 11:17-45

Not long before his own death and resurrection, Jesus brought his close friends Lazarus back to life. This is one of the many miracles Jesus performed in his lifetime. Can this be true or is it but imagination?

March 20Mar 20
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

March 20Mar 20
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

March 22Mar 22
7.30pm

My Glass World - Album launch

My Glass World

Featuring "Prisoners of Gravity"

New Album Launch

More information: http://www.myglassworld.co.uk/

March 27Mar 27
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

March 27Mar 27
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

April 1Apr 1
11.00am

Easter Sunday service

On Easter Sunday, Christians around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead as described in the New Testament. Easter is a symbol for the joy of life and new life. Come and join us for this special celebration!

The service will be followed by lunch.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

April 3Apr 3
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

April 3Apr 3
11.30am

Frauenverein

The Frauenverein ("women's groups") meets every 1st Tuesday of the month at the Swiss Church.

For more information please contact Maria Kitsis: 020 8202 0425.

April 3Apr 3
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

April 7Apr 7
5.00pm

Organ recital Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton is Senior Organ Scholar and a second year undergraduate of Trinity College, Cambridge reading Music, where he works with the world-famous college choir in a busy schedule of services, concerts, tours and recordings. He was a music scholar at Merchant Taylors’ School and in the Sixth Form became an Associate of the Royal College of Organists. Prior to arriving at Trinity, Alexander was Organ Scholar of St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle. At Windsor, his role as organ scholar involved accompanying and directing the choir in the daily services, as well as at special services attended by Her Majesty The Queen and other members of the Royal Family.

Recital free -retiring collection

April 10Apr 10
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

April 10Apr 10
12.00pm

La Causerie

La Causerie is a group of French speaking Swiss ladies who meets monthly at the Swiss Church in London.

Bring your own sandwich. Coffee and cake will be served.

For more details please contact Lisa Hall on lisa.moerschwil@gmail.com

April 10Apr 10
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

April 11Apr 11
11.30am

Mothers Group

Young mothers and fathers with the children are invited to join the meetings.

For more details please contact Marianne Fisher-Hertig on muttergruppe@outlook.com

April 15Apr 15
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch

Service led by Niccolò Aliano.

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is held in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

April 17Apr 17
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

April 17Apr 17
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

April 24Apr 24
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

April 24Apr 24
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

April 24Apr 24
8.00am

Community trip to Exeter

Date: 24-26 April, Tuesday to Thursday

Price: £280-320 (£200 deposit)

What's included: Return train ticket London-Exeter, two nights in a hotel (single room), 1xdinner incl. drinks, cultural programme

Registration: By 15 January. Please contact Carla on carla.maurer@swisschurchlondon.org.uk for further details.

We are looking forward to explore Exeter and surroundings with you!

May 1May 1
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

May 1May 1
11.30am

Frauenverein

The Frauenverein ("women's groups") meets every 1st Tuesday of the month at the Swiss Church.

For more information please contact Maria Kitsis: 020 8202 0425.

May 1May 1
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

May 6May 6
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Paul - Turning points of life"

On 6 May, 3 and 17 June we will explore the life of Apostle Paul who has influenced Christianity like none other. We will learn more about the fascinating and controversial author of the New Testament letters. In this first sermon, we will hear about Paul's upbringing, personality and his dramatic conversion from Judaism to Christianity.

May 8May 8
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

May 8May 8
12.00pm

La Causerie

La Causerie is a group of French speaking Swiss ladies who meets monthly at the Swiss Church in London.

Bring your own sandwich. Coffee and cake will be served.

For more details please contact Lisa Hall on lisa.moerschwil@gmail.com

May 8May 8
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

May 9May 9
11.30am

Mothers Group

Young mothers and fathers with the children are invited to join the meetings.

For more details please contact Marianne Fisher-Hertig on muttergruppe@outlook.com

May 14May 14
7.00pm

Learning about religion - Christianity

Reverend Stephan Degen-Ballmer is Minister in Baselland, Switzerland and on sabbatical at the Swiss Church in London from April to July. During a series of evening classes, he will introduce different religions and lead excursions to visit places of worship.

This first evening class has the title: "The Gospel of Mark, Matthew and Luke and the historical Jesus"

Everyone is invited to join. No previous knowledge is required.

Costs: £8 per class, material and light dinner included.

For further questions you can contact Stephan directly: sdegenballmer@bluewin.ch

May 15May 15
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

May 15May 15
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

May 18May 18
4.00pm

Meditation: Offline - Connected with the world

Reverend Monika Widmer from the parish church Titus in Basel, Switzerland, will visit the Swiss Church in London with a parish group and lead four days of meditation. Members of the Swiss community in London and friends are very welcome to join the group.

There will be shared meditation times, but also opportunities for individual meditation, social time, celebration and individual counselling.

The programme will be uploaded on the Swiss Church webpage and sent via email to those interested by the 30th of April. Everyone is welcome, however it is an advantage to have some mediation practice.

Please sign up by 30 April 2018.

For more information: monika.widmer@offline-basel.ch or carla.maurer@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

May 20May 20
11.00am

Whit Sunday service, followed by lunch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our Sunday service. We are an ecumenical congregation and people from Anglican, Protestant and Catholic backgrounds and no religious affiliation worship together.

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

This service is led by Rev Carla Maurer and Rev Monika Widmer, together with the meditation group from the Titus Kirche in Basel.

May 22May 22
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

May 22May 22
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

May 28May 28
7.00pm

Learning about religion - Judaism

This second evening class has the title: "The Jewish Religion in relation to Christianity". A visit to the Central Synagogue is in planning and details will be discussed with the group,

Everyone is invited to join. No previous knowledge is required.

Costs: £8 per class, material and light dinner included.

For further questions you can contact Stephan directly: sdegenballmer@bluewin.ch

May 29May 29
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

May 29May 29
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

June 3Jun 3
11.00am

Communion service, followed by lunch

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Paul - Life is a journey"

On 6 May, 3 and 17 June we will explore the life of Apostle Paul who has influenced Christianity like none other. We will learn more about the fascinating and controversial author of the New Testament letters. In this second sermon, we will hear about Paul's missionary travels across the Roman Empire and the Mediterranean and how he has opened up the gospel of Jesus to the world.

June 4Jun 4
7.00pm

Learning about religion - Islam

This third evening class has the title: "Islam in relation with Christianity". A visit to the East London Mosque is in planning and details will be discussed with the group.

NOTE: the date for this class may change to 11 June. Please contact Stephan for more details.

Everyone is invited to join. No previous knowledge is required.

Costs: £8 per class, material and light dinner included.

For further questions you can contact Stephan directly: sdegenballmer@bluewin.ch

June 5Jun 5
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

June 5Jun 5
11.30am

Frauenverein

The Frauenverein ("women's groups") meets every 1st Tuesday of the month at the Swiss Church.

For more information please contact Maria Kitsis: 020 8202 0425.

June 5Jun 5
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

June 9Jun 9
5.00pm

Organ recital Donald MacKenzie

Donald is one of Europe's finest organists. He has presided at the Odeon Leicester Square organ for almost 25 years and also is an organist in a church in Kensington. He has a reputation for being the finest exponent of silent film accompaniment (on the organ) and has travelled world wide to demonstrate his art. He has performed in many of the UKs top venues from Cathedrals to Concert Halls. Donald is also a fine concert organist and is in demand for playing recitals of light and popular organ classics.

Recital free - retiring collection

June 12Jun 12
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

June 12Jun 12
12.00pm

La Causerie

La Causerie is a group of French speaking Swiss ladies who meets monthly at the Swiss Church in London.

Bring your own sandwich. Coffee and cake will be served.

For more details please contact Lisa Hall on lisa.moerschwil@gmail.com

June 12Jun 12
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

June 13Jun 13
11.30am

Mothers Group

Young mothers and fathers with the children are invited to join the meetings.

For more details please contact Marianne Fisher-Hertig on muttergruppe@outlook.com

June 17Jun 17
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch and AGM

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

Topic: "Paul - Theology and legacy"

On 6 May, 3 and 17 June we will explore the life of Apostle Paul who has influenced Christianity like none other. We will learn more about the fascinating and controversial author of the New Testament letters. In this third and final sermon, we will hear about Paul's theology and legacy and how his teaching impacts still today.

The service will be followed by the Annual General Meeting. More details will be published online. Church members will be sent an invitation by post or email.

June 17Jun 17
6.30pm

Live Screening FIFA Worldcup - Swiss games

Live screening of the group games of the Swiss National football team at the FIFA Worldcup 2018 in Russia! Join us to wave the flag and cheer for our team.

There will be Swiss food and drinks. Cash only.

Admission free - donations welcome.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact info@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

June 19Jun 19
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

June 19Jun 19
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

June 22Jun 22
6.30pm

Live Screening FIFA Worldcup - Swiss games

Live screening of the group games of the Swiss National football team at the FIFA Worldcup 2018 in Russia! Join us to wave the flag and cheer for our team.

There will be Swiss food and drinks. Cash only.

Admission free - donations welcome.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact info@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

June 25Jun 25
10.30am

With the Bible through the British Museum

He will lead an excursion to the British Museum to discover artefacts connected to the history of the Bible.

For further questions you can contact Stephan directly: sdegenballmer@bluewin.ch

June 26Jun 26
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

June 26Jun 26
7.00pm

Dance classes with Vera the Diva

Vera the Diva dance classes take place every Tuesday evening at the Swiss Church. There are beginner classes and more advanced levels.

For more information and to sign up for classes please visit: https://verathediva.com/

June 27Jun 27
6.30pm

Live Screening FIFA Worldcup - Swiss games

Live screening of the group games of the Swiss National football team at the FIFA Worldcup 2018 in Russia! Join us to wave the flag and cheer for our team.

There will be Swiss food and drinks. Cash only.

Admission free - donations welcome.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact info@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

July 1Jul 1
7.00pm

Communion service, followed by lunch

The service will be led by Rev Stephan Degen-Ballmer from Kilchberg, BL.

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

July 2Jul 2
7.00pm

Learning about religion - The Christian confessions

This last evening class has the title: "The different Christian confessions: Reformed, Anglican, Catholic, Orthodox"

Everyone is invited to join. No previous knowledge is required.

Costs: £8 per class, material and light dinner included.

For further questions you can contact Stephan directly: sdegenballmer@bluewin.ch

July 3Jul 3
8.00am

Breakfast On the Steps (BoS)

A FREE community Breakfast in the church that is open to all in our wider community.

We serve tea and coffee with boiled eggs, toast, spreads, fresh fruit and cheese.

On the last Tuesday of the month we cook a Full English Breakfast and every eight weeks we provide a haircut too!

So come and relax in a safe, quiet space, read the daily papers or chat with the regulars.

If ever a breakfast is cancelled we will give as much prior notice as possible and place a notice in our outside display box.

July 3Jul 3
11.30am

Frauenverein

The Frauenverein ("women's groups") meets every 1st Tuesday of the month at the Swiss Church.

For more information please contact Maria Kitsis: 020 8202 0425.

July 10Jul 10
12.00pm

La Causerie

La Causerie is a group of French speaking Swiss ladies who meets monthly at the Swiss Church in London.

Bring your own sandwich. Coffee and cake will be served.

For more details please contact Lisa Hall on lisa.moerschwil@gmail.com

July 11Jul 11
11.30am

Mothers Group

Young mothers and fathers with the children are invited to join the meetings.

For more details please contact Marianne Fisher-Hertig on muttergruppe@outlook.com

July 15Jul 15
11.00am

Service, followed by lunch

The service will be led by Marianne Fisher-Hertig.

The sermon is in English. The hymns are sung in German, French and English.

The service is followed by lunch cooked by members of the congregation.

July 19Jul 19
7.00pm

Music for a summer's evening

Jessica Broad (soprano) with Peter Yardley-Jones (piano) present an evening of music

August 1Aug 1
4.00pm

Swiss National Day

Join us to celebrate Swiss National Day on the 1st of August at 79 Endell Street with the Swiss community and friends!

There will be Swiss food and drinks, family activities and singing of the National Anthem.

4-6pm: Family activities and coffee and cake

4-9pm: Traditional Swiss food and drinks

6.30pm: Speech by His Excellency Alexandre Fasel, Swiss Ambassador to the UK

6.45pm: Singing of the National Anthem with Organist Peter Yardley-Jones

Watch this space for more details!

Please note: We are expecting a high number of people and cannot guarantee immediate access, even for those who have signed up on Eventbrite. We advice to come early. First come, first serve!

Would you like to volunteer? Get in touch: info@swisschurchlondon.org.uk

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General News

Mon, 23rd April 2018
Learning about religions, with Rev Stephan Degen-Ballmer

Reverend Stephan Degen-Ballmer is Minister in Baselland, Switzerland and on sabbatical at the Swiss Church in London from April to July. In a series of evening classes, he will introduce different religions and...

General News

Mon, 26th March 2018
Church sermon series: Paul the Apostle

Paul the Apostle is the author of many of the letters in the New Testament and one of the most important figures in Christianity. Paul's influence on Christian theology, thought and practice cannot be...

General News

Thu, 22nd March 2018
7 April, 5pm: Organ recital Alexander Hamilton

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