St. Dominic's Church, Dursley

Introduction

Saint Dominic's Church in Dursley, within the Diocese of Clifton, is dedicated to St Dominic in recognition of the work of the Dominican friars.

History

Initially the Dominicans said Mass in a barn in Broadwell Street, Dursley. From 1933 Mass was said in a YMCA hut in Long Street. The foundation stone of St Dominic's was laid in 1938. The church was opened on 26th February 1939. Parishioners included Mrs Millicent Lister and Mr Evelyn Waugh, who assisted local efforts to build a proper church.

Parish life

The 200 Club holds monthly draws in St Dominic's Church Hall, raising significant funds for the parish. Each year the parish raises money for a different charity. In 2021 the parish supported Stella Maris, the Apostleship of the Sea. In 2022 the parish supported Illuminate, a charity supported by Churches Together.

In 2023 the parish supported 5th Gospel Christians, who support Christian Iraqis living in Jordan. The parish has a Social Committee.

The Parish Pastoral Council meets approximately four times a year. The parish Finance Committee acts as the parish Finance Council and meets every three months. Coffee mornings are held at Pat Uglow's house.