Gorton Unitarians
gorton
brookfield church
Welcome to Gorton Unitarians
A Gorton Unitarians, our church is open to all who wish to worship and explore their faith with an open mind, in a spirit of free inquiry. Although Unitarians have their roots in Liberal Christianity nevertheless, we look to many different perspectives. For example, we aim to discover and build upon the best in religious, philosophies and approaches to life. Overall, our worship is simple: firstly, we enjoy praise to God known by any name or none. Secondly, we celebrate life and its many wonders, and finally, we share concerns and ideals for human life and its dignity.
Gorton Unitarians also subscribe to a national co-ordinating body, which is known as: The General Assembly of Unitarian and Free Christian Churches. We have resolved:
“Firstly: To promote a free and inquiring religion through the worship of God and the celebration of life. Secondly: the service of humanity and respect for all creation. Thirdly, the upholding of the liberal Christian tradition.”
About Us
Our Minister
Rev Margaret Smith
Our ministers strive to create an open and inclusive environment. As a result, we encourage the idea of living in our faith of the divine spirit of life, through a commitment to social justice, which is evidenced through not only words, but also deeds.
Of course, feel free to get in touch with Margaret for a friendly chat if you have any questions.
Services
At Gorton Unitarians, our services of worship can be seen as a celebration of our deepest values. Furthermore, we see our beliefs as relevant to all aspects of life, including the wider community. Overall, we try to be welcoming and friendly, allowing anyone who wishes to join us and take part in the life of the Church.
Finally, we offer many other activities and groups. For example, we host a Women’s league group, as well as a Men’s Thursday Group, a craft and chatter group, a meditation group and much more. Of course, feel free to get in touch if you have any questions
- Sunday Service - 11.15am
- Friday Meditation - 7.00pm
- Women's League
- Men's Thursday Group
- Craft & Chatter Group
- Choir
- Weddings
- Baptisms
- Funerals
Gorton Gallery
Get in touch
Rev Margaret Smith
minister
- 0161 320 7016
- fmargaretsmith@aol.com
Andrew Threlfall
secretary
- 0161 320 7016
The Church
The grade II* listed building was commissioned and endowed by Richard Peacock, engineer and partner in locomotive-building firm of Beyer and Peacock. The cornerstone was laid on October 30th 1869. Replacing the former Gorton Chapel which was built in 1703, it was designed by Manchester architect Thomas Worthington, a prominent Manchester Unitarian, before opening in 1870.
Our grounds contain many graves dating from the former chapel as well as a mausoleum for Richard Peacock and his son Ralph. The tower houses a peel of eight bells although they are only rarely rung. The adjacent grade II listed Sunday School was sold to a Housing Association until being converted into retirement homes after, unfortunately, becoming disused and derelict for a number of years.
Brookfield Church,
Hyde Road,
Gorton,
Manchester,
M18 7EF
