Whether you're new to Jesus, new to Church, or just visiting you are very welcome to join us here at CHW Churches.
What to wear?
Most of our regulars choose to dress casually, but please wear whatever you feel comfortable in.
Questions?
When you arrive at any of our churches you will be greeted by a member of our welcome team or a sidesperson (the one handing out the service sheets) - they will be able to help you at any time during your visit.
What about my children?
Although we do not run a traditional 'Sunday School' we do provide activities for babies, toddlers, and primary school-aged children to do during all of our services under the supervision of their parents or guardians.
Facilities:
Each of our churches has access to toilet and baby-change facilities either in the church or nearby - just ask one of our welcome team or a sidesperson and they will direct you.
Sunday Breakfast and Sunday Brunch:
These are our more informal monthly services. These start with news about upcoming services and events on a big screen as people gather at tables for food and drinks. As people enjoy breakfast you can take part in a quiz or a craft activity. There’s always a Pause for Thought – often thinking about an event from the Bible and how that relates to everyday life. We then say The
Lord's Prayer together, and end with notices. These are good social occasions, enjoyed by local people. Sunday Breakfast is organised by Henton Church, and Sunday Brunch is organised by Coxley Church. Please see Services & Events pages for these churches for more details.
The Service:
The service will start with news of upcoming events and then a hymn; the words will either be in hymn books or on the big screen for you. If you don’t know the songs, just relax and listen. Feel free to sing, clap, tap your feet – whatever you are comfortable with. Most people will stand during any music, but equally, feel free to sit if you wish.
Usually there is a general confession and absolution, followed shortly afterwards by readings from the Bible and the day’s talk. After this there may be an opportunity to respond to what have you have heard as well as a time of
prayer for the world, local community and individuals. Holy Communion follows before we close the service with more sung worship. You may find the format slightly different depending on the service you attend.
We would love to give everyone who visits CHW Churches the chance to be prayed for and so after our services we offer a time of prayer ministry —
though there is no pressure at all. Please speak to the service leader who will sit and pray with you.
Services last an hour but will always allow for a time of fellowship over coffee and biscuits after the service has finished - please do stay and say hello!