Open Table Nottingham
We reach out in welcome to LGBTQIA+ people who need us and who are looking for us. We know that organised religion so often turns away from us. Faith groups can often be cold or hostile towards us, and this can leave us truly isolated; just at the very times when we need affirmation of love, worth and belonging.
What is Open Table?
Open Table is a national partnership of communities that welcome Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, & Asexual (LGBTQIA) people, along with our families, friends and anyone who wants to belong in an accepting, loving community.
All are welcome! OTN is run by, and for, LGBTQIA+ people, their friends and families. We welcome people of any faith, colour or background. We welcome people of every gender identity and sexual orientation. We are hosted at St John's Carrington, but welcome members from across the surrounding area. Whether you have joined us for worship before or not, whether you take part in another faith community or not, you are welcome here. We find God and each other in our gatherings, and that gives us time and peace to grow together.
Each Open Table meeting includes time for social connection, reflection and contemplation on a theme, and worship. We incorporate an agape bring-and-share meal on a bimonthly basis, offering hot drinks and refreshments on other months.
When And Where do we meet?
Open Table Nottingham meets on the last Sunday of the month from 5-7pm at St John's Carrington.
In 2024, we will be meeting on the following dates:
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15 December - Moravian-Inspired Lovefeast and Rainbow Carols
In 2025, we will be meeting on the following dates:
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26 January - Night Prayers and Bring-and-Share Supper
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23 February - LGBTQIA+ History Month Discussion
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30 March - Trans Day of Visibility and Bring-and-Share Supper
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27 April - Easter Egg Hunt
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25 May - Bank Holiday Bring-and-Share Supper
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29 June - Queer Theology Discussion
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27 July - Notts Pride Citywide Festival Eucharist (6pm)
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28 September - Bible Study Discussion
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26 October -Saints and Sinners: an All Saints' Day Fancy Dress Contest Ball
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30 November - World AIDS Day Service at St Peter's* (3-5pm)
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14 December - Rainbow Carols (6pm)
*We’re also excited to be partnering with St Peter’s in the city throughout 2025. In addition to supporting our events, they will be hosting an inclusive service and afternoon tea for the LGBT+ community from 3pm, often followed by a choral evensong, on the following dates:
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8 December (2024)
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9 February
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20 April
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8 June
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28 September
In addition to hosting our World AIDS day observance next November, they will also be hosting a prayer brunch to start the Notts Pride parade next July. Keep on the lookout for more details!
Our agape meal is a bring-and-share light supper. Please bring something that you'd like to share with others. Tea, coffee, and squash are provided.
For more details, please check our Facebook Page or contact us directly on nottingham@opentable.lgbt
As part of our commitment to the Inclusive Church network, we host an Open Table Network community for Nottingham and surrounding areas.
Contact Us
St John's Church Carrington is located in the heart of the community. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please don't hesitate to contact us at the information below, or fill in the contact form.
St Johns Church,
Mansfield Road,
Carrington,
NH5 2DP
