New to Church

We understand you may have a few questions before deciding whether to visit us in person. Here are the ones we’re asked most often.

1. Where and when do you meet?

We meet every Sunday at 10:30am. In addition we have midweek meetings that meet in various places across the local area.

2. What should I wear when I visit?

We are a contemporary church, so we dress in an informal manner. We are more concerned about you being comfortable and relaxed than the clothes you wear — wear what makes you most comfortable.

3. What do you do during your services?

We believe your relationship with God is important, and we work to present our services in a creative and fresh way. Our services have contemporary music with a live band and relevant teaching. If you have school-aged children, they will be looked after and have fun at our Kids Church; for parents with children aged 0–5 we provide crèche with the opportunity to watch the service on a monitor. All children's teachers are fully DBS checked.

4. When does your church celebrate communion?

Generally speaking, at every service except our family and all-ages service, which is held once every other month.

5. Do I have to give money when I visit?

Giving is for those who are part of the church community. You are our guest — we want you to sit back and receive, not feel compelled to give. Unless you would like to make an offering, feel free to pass the offering bag on when it comes round.

6. What is the music like at your church?

We are a contemporary church with modern music. During praise and worship, many people stand and sing, raise their arms, or clap. If you feel comfortable, feel free to join in — or simply stay seated and enjoy the music.

7. Do I have to do anything during your services?

Sometimes we provide the opportunity for people to become Christians or renew their faith. If you'd like to make that commitment, we'll ask you to briefly raise your hand, and a leader will pray with you. If you're not ready, that's absolutely fine — please just sit back, relax, and enjoy the service.

8. What kind of programmes do you run for children?

We run Kid's Church during the service for Reception to Year 6 (ages 5–11), with crafts and teaching suited to their age group. For parents with children aged 0–5 we provide crèche with the opportunity to watch the service on a monitor. All our volunteers are DBS checked.

9. How long do your services go on for?

Our Sunday morning service is currently just over an hour. Afterwards we have tea and coffee, and would love the opportunity to meet you in person.

10. Do I need to bring a Bible with me when I visit?

We believe in the authority of the Bible and engage with it in our messages. If you have a Bible and would like to bring it, feel free — but it's certainly not mandatory.