What we do

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"Hope underpins everything we do. We take seriously God’s call to be partners in the Gospel. Where God works, lives are transformed, communities are renewed, and life is experienced with creativity, joy, and freedom. "

We worship

We meet weekly on Sabbaths (Saturdays) to learn about God through Bible study, prayer, preaching, worship, and singing. Our worship caters to adults and children, welcoming people of all ages and abilities. Why not join us to experience Christian community and connect with God? Did you know there are over 22 million Adventist members worldwide, worshipping in more than 150,000 congregations? Find a congregation near you.

Worship in church

Worship in church

We come together and lift our hearts up in praise to God.  We acknowledge Him as our Creator. We show our love and devotion by focusing our attention on Him, through various acts of worship such as singing, Bible study and prayer.

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Study the Bible

Study the Bible

We believe that the Bible is the Word of God. This belief shapes our teachings and practices, and we are eager to continue studying it more deeply to effectively face and respond to the challenges we encounter on a daily basis.

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Pray to God

Pray to God

We enter into a special time of communication with God. We talk to Him individually about our challenges, our concerns and our joys. We also talk to him collectively, about our community and our world. We ask for His forgiveness and thank Him for His blessings.

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We serve those in need

We actively seek opportunities to support those in need in our communities. Our congregations often run food banks and clothing drives. They organise holiday programmes for children, groups for parents with babies, walking clubs, litter picks, and warm-space schemes. On a global scale, through organisations like the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA), we respond to disasters, provide relief, and promote sustainable development.

Community services

Community services

Community Services reaches out to our local neighbourhoods - with compassion, inclusion and understanding. Receive a warm welcome and be empowered to help you navigate life positively!

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ADRA

ADRA

ADRA is the humanitarian arm of the church and is active in over 120 countries. We respond to emergencies and support projects in education, health, livelihoods, and sustainable change worldwide.

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Pathfinders & Adventurers

Pathfinders & Adventurers

Pathfinders wholistically develops young people and children, physically, emotionally, mentally, socially and spiritually. They are encouraged to become strong and responsible members of their community, be willing to take on challenges, work with others as part of a team, develop leadership skills, care for their bodies and mind and keep away from harmful substances.

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We promote health & wellbeing

The church operates a vast network of hospitals and clinics globally. We believe our bodies are God’s temple and promote a holistic approach to health. In our churches, you’ll find support to stop smoking and drinking, as well as encouragement to improve your diet, exercise, sleep, and other lifestyle habits.

Health ministries

Health ministries

All are encouraged in a holistic approach to ‘fitness for life’.  Explore healthier lifestyle choices, including aspects of wellbeing and mental health, to strengthen your physical, mental and spiritual being.

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Women ministries

Women ministries

We aim to celebrate women from all walks, ages and stages of life.  It is our duty to equip women to achieve their full potential, through friendship, nurture and personal development.

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Family ministries

Family ministries

The overall objective of the Family Ministries department is to strengthen families through both seminars and resources that will enable them to grow spiritually and emotionally, and become better equipped to thrive in their communities.

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We invest in education

Adventist private schools in England are part of a global network of 10,364 schools. We offer primary, secondary, and university education, with an emphasis on character development alongside academic excellence and skill-building.

Children ministries

Children ministries

The Children's Ministries Department aims to nurture children (0-14 years old) into a relationship with Jesus, where they come to experience His great love. It enables our children to love each other and, where worship is understood as a response to God's great love, they experience a love that must be shared with those in our communities.

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Youth

Youth

We are a global movement of youth and young adults, united in purpose and mission, yet diverse in culture, language, geography, economy, and heritage.

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Education

Education

Are you looking for schools that represent your value system and worldview? Why not consider sending your children to one of our seven schools? Assisting children to achieve their God-given talents, we have been delivering Christian education since 1884.

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