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A typical Sunday morning...

People tend to start gathering from about 10:15am onwards. There is no particular "dress code", all are welcome! Coffee and tea are available, and the morning starts with an informal opportunity for everyone to chat. The service itself starts at around 10:40am; the person leading the service (normally one of the elders) welcomes everyone, gives out any notices, and then usually announces the first song. The words are projected onto a screen so we don't need hymn books! People normally stand up to sing but if you are unable to do so, that's fine too.

As the service progresses there are further songs and prayers, as we believe that talking to God is an essential part of our life together as Christians. There will usually be a short children's talk or activity, then they head out to the rooms at the back of the church for their own Junior Church activities.

At various times during the service we will read from the Bible. We normally use the New International Version (NIV) and copies are available in the church for you to use.

Usually by around 11am the service leader will hand over to the preacher for the rest of the service, who will then talk for about 30 minutes, exploring what the Bible passage for the day says and what it means for us today. The service usually finishes between 11:30 and 11:45.

It is not our practice to take up a collection during the service; there are boxes at the back of the church for freewill offerings, and our treasurer is always happy to chat about setting up direct bank payments!

We look forward to meeting you!

A week at Sladebrook

Sunday morning service

This is the main occasion in the week when the whole church family comes together. Each week we spend time together singing, praying, reading the bible, and being taught from God’s Word.

Explorers (0-11)

On most weeks, the children have age appropriate teaching groups during the morning service run by DBS checked volunteers. This gives them the opportunity to enjoy learning through stories, craft, games and singing.

Communion

As part of our worship together we regularly share the Lord’s Supper to remember the death of the Lord Jesus. All who love the Lord Jesus and are in good standing with the local church are invited to join us. We pass around bread and distribute individual cups as we celebrate our unity in Christ.

Sunday evening prayer meeting

On the third Sunday of the month we gather at the church at 6pm to pray. After a short encouragement from God’s Word, everyone is invited to join in praying for the church and it’s members, the work of the gospel, and for situations affecting our city, nation, and world.

Youth Discipleship Group (11-18)

Our youth discipleship group meets at 6pm on Sundays when there isn’t a prayer meeting. It is a great chance to dig deeper into Christianity, open the Bible together, and see how it should affect our lives.

Home Groups

There are several home groups which meet every other week on either Wednesday or Thursday evening. These gatherings provide a chance to get to know other church members, to study the bible together, and to pray for each other. If you would like to join a group please speak to one of the Elders.

Orangery

On the first Thursday of the month a small group from Sladebrook lead a short service for residents in our local care home.

Refresh

The church is open on a Friday morning from 10:30-12:30 for coffee, chat and light lunches. All are welcome - feel free to pop in!

Messy Church

Messy Church provides an opportunity for families (especially those with younger children) to have fun on a Saturday afternoon, hearing a Bible story and getting involved with craft activities etc. A hot meal is provided as well! Watch for dates and times of the next messy event!

How to find us

Our church is on the south side of the city of Bath, in the south-west of England. There is some parking on the forecourt in front of the church, and more spaces at the side and rear of the building. There is also plenty of on-street parking in the surrounding area.

You can also reach us by public transport. The closest route from the city centre is the No. 1 bus, but you can also get to us on the No. 8. The U4 bus will get you to Sladebrook from both the Bath Uni and Bath Spa Uni campuses in about 20 minutes.

Address

239 Englishcombe Lane Bath BA2 2ER

Sladebrook Church
239 Englishcombe Lane, Bath
BA2 2ER