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The Parish Church of St Peter stands in Church Lane on the highest point in the centre of the village. The first wooden Saxon Church, built about 770 AD was probably on the site of the chancel of the present building which is 13th century with additions in the 14th, 15th and 19th centuries. The tower has a ring of eight bells dating from the 18th century, which is considered one of the “best rings” in Sussex. The stained glass is by G.E. Kemp and his successors. Vicar: The Revd Chris Collison: 01273 492017.

The Catholic Church of Corpus Christi lies in The Tanyard, south of St Peter’s. Its Parish includes Shermanbury, Woodmancote, Small Dole and part of Poynings. The church was founded in 1929 when the owner of the neighbouring house Red Oaks donated the land and built a wooden church. This was used until the present building was opened in 1974, paid for by parishioners who collected the money over 21 years. The wooden church became the church hall until replaced by a new building in 2001. Priest: Father David Goddard 01403 710273.

The Weald Community Church started meeting in Henfield in October 2004 with 30 members of the associated church in Cowfold. The church has since grown to a regular attendance of about 70, meeting at 4pm on Sundays at Henfield Youth Centre and in homes during the week. An evangelical, charismatic church, it runs regular youth activities, seniors coffee mornings, Alpha courses and special events. Contact: 01273 491526 or visit www.weald.org.

The Parish Church of St Giles, Shermanbury, is mentioned in Domesday Book. It is a small building in the grounds of Shermanbury Place, just north of the River Adur, close to Mockbridge. The original church was of Norman origins, but the present building dates from 1710, incorporating medieval walls, and retaining high box pews with the names of local farms and houses painted on. Rector: The Revd Chris Collison: 01273 492017.

The Parish Church of St Peter, Woodmancote, is mentioned in Domesday Book. In 1228, it was given to the Knights Templar, and subsequently to the Knights of St John. Patronage was held by the Monarchy for over 400 years from 1547. The present building dates from the 13th century, and is built of flint with stained glass windows and a shingled spire. The Church is reached through a lychgate and avenue of yew trees. Rector: The Revd Chris Collison: 01273 492017.

Small Dole Christian Fellowship meet in Small Dole Village Hall. Leader: Ray Butler: 01903 762578.

Henfield Spiritual Centre meet in Woodmancote and Blackstone Village Hall. Contact: 01273 494172.

The Evangelical Free Church was established in Henfield High Street in 1832 by 19 believers. The building was extended in 1904, and again in 1998. Music plays an important part in church life, with an organ which replaced the violin and concertina first used in the gallery. Pastor: The Revd Robert Harris: 01273 493481.

Details of all church services can be found in the monthly Henfield Parish Magazine on sale in churches and newsagents in the village.