On Saturday 3rd May we were delighted to be joined at the Water Eaton Church Centre by Paul Jones and Fiona Hendley Jones. We heard how faith in God changed their lives; an uplifting, powerful and humorous story about their journey to knowing God ‘from Atheist to Christian’. The church was almost full to capacity…

This Pentecost weekend is the 50th anniversary of the Water Eaton Church Centre and the 70th Anniversary of the foundation of St Frideswide’s Church of England (the congregation with which we share WECC). St Frideswide’s was founded in 1955. In the 1970’s, Spurgeon Memorial Baptist Church was looking for a new site in which to worship. Spurgeon’s…

There is a lot happening in our fellowship during the months of May and June! To help you keep track of it all, do take a look at the events below, and click on the links for more information. May & June – Overflowing Faith and Generosity – Sermon & Small Group Series What does…

Generosity doesn’t have to be tough. The words of St Paul in 1 Timothy 6:17-19 calls the Christian to a faith that is actively generous, building up spiritual rather than earthly treasures. Generosity can be the foundation of a lived-out faith because it seeks to mirror the generous love of God for the world. But…

Following the news that Pope Francis has died, Lynn Green, the General Secretary of the Baptist Union, to which we are affiliated, offers this reflection: I am saddened to hear of the death of Pope Francis and I give thanks for his life and ministry. He was a man of deep humility, with an unwavering commitment…

As part of our Easter Sunday service on Easter Day, we will be singing a song which will be new to most of our congregation: Is He Worthy? Do give it a listen if you can! More details on our services during the Easter period can be found here.

We use them every year, and often take them for granted. But where do our Palm Crosses actually come from? Steph, one of our Deacons, explains this to us below: As we approach Palm Sunday, I thought you might be interested to learn where our Palm Crosses come from. The African Palm project started in…

Find out more about the Easter week services and activities taking place at the Water Eaton Church Centre by following the links below for more information. These include services led by us, our friends from St Frideswide’s (with whom we share the building), and those which will be run jointly by both congregations. Whether you’re new, a regular, or simply exploring…

Over the last week, there have been several fundraising opportunities for the Church Centre and its outreach activities. Lighthouse Water Eaton – £1 Fundraiser The team at Lighthouse Water Eaton is thankful for the generosity of giving from their recent £1 table top sale on Sunday 6th April. Donations were given with such joy. The…

On Sunday 6th April, between the St Frideswide’s and Spurgeon’s morning services (so between 10.30am and 11am), a £1 sale fundraising event for Lighthouse Water Eaton 2025 will be taking place. Plants, toys, bracelets and cards will all be priced at £1. So please look down the bottom of your sofa for any change or…