We are a community of people who are learning to love God with all our hearts, and whose lives are being changed by his love. We believe that in Jesus Christ we discover something wonderful: a love that gives us hope, a peace that sustains us, a forgiveness that sets us free, and a purpose that transforms the way we see the world and one another. We gather here to worship God, to grow in faith, to encourage one another, and to discover what it means to follow Jesus in the ordinary, everyday business of being human. And we would love you to discover this love for yourself. You don't need to know anything about church, to have your questions answered, or to have everything figured out. You don't need to be anything other than who you are.

Service Pattern

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 23 hours, 45 mins
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom
St Clement's Ashampstead
Address
Church Lane Ashampstead Reading, RG8 8SL, United Kingdom
St Mary's Aldworth
Address
Bell Lane Aldworth Reading RG8 9SB, RG8 9SB, United Kingdom

Please take a moment to check the infographic below to see which services are happening this weekend and at what times — we rotate our services each week so the location and style may change, except for major celebrations and festivals (Harvest, Remembrance, Easter, and Christmas) when we hold dedicated service times. If you’d like a handy reminder, sign up for our weekly email to find out exactly where Sunday services will be held, or simply consult the table below. We welcome newcomers, families, walkers, and visitors with open arms — if you have any questions about attending or what to expect during a service, do get in touch; we’re here to help and would love to meet you.

Cafe Church

Occurring
Monthly. Every Second, Fourth Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom

Coffee. Pastries. Community. Faith. Come and join us for a relaxed and
friendly way to explore faith and discover more about God.
We’ll begin at 10am with coffee and pastries, followed by a short, informal
time together with fun, a Bible message, songs and activities for
everybody. Everyone is welcome. No previous church experience needed.
Just come, grab a drink and make yourself at home.

Community Cafe and the Post Office

Occurring
Every Monday at for 2 hours, 30 mins
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom

Most Post Office services available from 10am to 12:30pm. Alongside the Post Office, Community Cafe sells delicious home made cake and freshly made coffee (other drinks are available) until 12:30 pm. There is also a bookstall where you can get pre-loved books and make a donation to charity. This is an opportunity to meet local people, sit and chat with old friends and make new ones. Come and feel the buzz!
Every Monday EXCEPT BANK HOLIDAYS.

Tiddlers

Occurring
Every Thursday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom

All pre-school children and their carers are welcome to join us for our church toddler group, every Thursday morning in term time. We meet for a time of play, snacks and songs.

Tiddlers meets every Thursday in term time.

Holy Communion

Occurring
Monthly. Every Third Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
St Stephen's Upper Basildon, Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom

We gather for a service of prayer, readings, wonderful hymns and communion. We have Sunday Club with activities for our younger members and toys for the tiny tots - we are passionate about seeing all ages and stages engage in worship together. We have gluten free communion wafers available and share in delicious refreshments in the church centre after the service - it’s a great way to chat and catch up with people.

Morning Praise

Occurring
Monthly. Every First Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Stephen's Upper Basildon
Address
St Stephen's Upper Basildon, Pangbourne Road Upper Basildon Reading, RG8 8LS, United Kingdom

An informal and friendly service where we sing worship songs, hear the inspiring words of Scripture and pray for one another and the needs of the world. We enjoy a short talk and we welcome children and families to be fully part of the service. After the service we enjoy wonderful refreshments which are always yummy! We are passionate about seeing all ages and stages engage in worship together. We have gluten free communion wafers available and share in delicious refreshments in the church centre after the service - it’s a great way to chat and catch up with people.