We were asked by a local vicar to try and cater for people exploring faith but who find churches difficult places for a variety of reasons. We wanted to provide an informal bible teaching church in Wivenhoe, so people didn’t have to go to Colchester or further afield on a Sunday.

We have breakfast together and have a simple service with prayer, sung musical worship, a bible-based talk and an inclusive discussion. We also hold prayer meetings, worship nights, bible studies, community meals, Halloween light parties and courses to try and answer the questions of life. We pray for people in the community - for healing, wellbeing and fulfilment in all aspects of life.for healing, We try to share the love of God with our community and help people have a relationship with God through Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

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Q: What do you believe/teach?

There are no set of beliefs or behaviours you have sign up to. Based on careful study of the bible in today’s context, our starting point is often ‘what would Jesus say in this situation in Wivenhoe today?’ The leadership believe that Jesus is the son of God and that we can have a relationship with God through him, by the Holy Spirit.

Q: Do you need to be ‘religious’ or a ‘Christian’ to be part of the Wivenhoe Community Church?

No. We welcome and encourage people of all faiths and none to be part of a faith journey. We’re not really ‘religious’ although we do encourage faith growth, you don’t need any faith to come. We have people who call themselves ‘Christians’ but many who don’t and people from other faiths and faith backgrounds are equally welcome.