History of St Luke's
The Chapel of St LukeThe chapel of St Luke has existed on its current site since mediaeval times, but nothing remains of the ancient building.
The church, nave and tower were constructed in 1791, chiefly at the expense of the 2nd Baronet, Sir Richard Hill. The chancel and vestry on the south side and the south porch were later constructed in 1879. The windows are in memory of the Rev. John Hill (nephew of Lord Hill) and his wife Charlotte. The church has remained virtually untouched over the years.
The organ was given to the church in 1935 by Mr Geoffrey Ahston in memory of his wife Evelyn. In 1999 a recital of 'The Organ at Candlemas' was held to celebrate its complete renovation.
From the top of the bell tower there are excellent views of the area and a prop where a flag and pole once stood.
An annual Harvest Festival is held. In years gone by the produce was taken to an Old People's Home in Wem. Now tickets are sold to provide a Harvest Supper in the Village Hall and the produce is auctioned off, proceeds from ticket sales going to Church funds and from the sale of produce going to Farm Africa.
In 1991 the church celebrated it's be-centenary and the church was visited by the Bishop.
On Palm Sunday, 23rd March 1999, the congregation of St. Luke's Weston and friends from St. Luke's Hodnet lead by Rector Rev. James Graham joined together in "the journey of faith" for The Sunday Service broadcast on air by Radio Shropshire. A CD of the service sold well and made money for church funds. Sunday school was well supported and held for children of the village until the late 1960's.