The Alpha Course

The Alpha Course is a 12 week journey, exploring the big questions of life, meaning, purpose, faith and more!

Alpha is for anyone who’s curious. No judgement, no pressure. Each session unpacks a big question of life, faith, and purpose and is designed to spark conversation. Come along, see what you think.

Meet New People
We start with a simple meal together and the chance to slow down and catch up with others after a busy day.

Watch a Talk

Each session has a different question to explore, and a video which introduces some ideas to help us think it through together.
The questions include:

Is there more to life than this?
Who is Jesus? Why did he die?
How can we have faith?
Why and how do we pray?
Why should we trust what the Bible says?
And more...!

See what you think

Have an open conversation about it. Share your thoughts and hear from others.

The next Alpha course at Bethel is on Tuesday evenings - starting at 7:00pm on Tuesday 14th of January. We're meeting in the church lounge, located at the end of the lane next to the church. If you're planning to come along, it'd be great if you could sign up below and let us know of any dietary requirements you might have.

For teens, we're also running Youth Alpha on Tuesday evenings - starting at 7:00pm on Tuesday 21st of January, in the youth room in the church hall.

Your Full Name:

Your Date of Birth:

Your Email Address:

Any dietary requirements:

Any questions:

Any data collected as part of this form will be kept in accordance with the rules set out in the General Data Protection Regulations as set out in the Privacy Policy of Bethel Baptist Church in its website.

The information you supply will be held either in paper form in a folder which will be kept in a securely locked cupboard in the church office or via secure electronic means. Only the Minister and the Youth leaders will have access to this information.

The information, once collected, is also subject to the retention of records on safeguarding. This information will therefore need to be kept for at least three years from the date of the application and then it will be securely destroyed.

We will take note of whether you have indicated on the consent form that you wish to be informed about future activities. You have the right to ask to be removed from the future activities’ circulation list at any time.

We will NOT pass on this information to anyone else.

If you are concerned about the way your information is being handled please speak to our Data Protection Trustee (secretary@bethelbaptist.org.uk).

If you are still unhappy you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioners Office (www.ico.org.uk).

Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
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Planning your Visit

A Warm Hello

Where and When

The church is open for activities throughout the week but if you are just seeking us out it is likely that you will want to come and be a part of our Sunday worship which is core to what we are about.
We meet in the main church building (details here) at 10:30 each week. See our calendar to find out plans for the next few weeks.

Accessibility

There is wheelchair access and a sound loop for anyone who needs it. Please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up. There are disabled toilets in the main foyer and church lounge.

Our Sunday Services

Sunday morning services are structured but informal. They include a mix of both contemporary and traditional worship songs and hymns, prayers, readings from the Bible and a sermon that unpacks this. Occasionally we will also have specific updates about ways that God has been working through and in people and activities. Once a month we celebrate communion as part of the service. The last Sunday of the month is usually an Altogether Service when all ages are all together in one place for a more relaxed and activity based time of worship.

We aim to finish at about 11.45 to Midday when we serve free tea, coffee and cold drinks. This is a great opportunity to get to meet people.

Sunday Evening services, either in person or online, tend to be shorter and more reflective and are an opportunity to dig a little deeper into our relationship with God.

What about the children and youth?

We have a great programme for children of all ages, for more information about what happens please visit our Children and Youth page.

Getting Connected

Small Groups

It is often in smaller gatherings that we can really get to know other people. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, some in the afternoon and some in the evening either in the church, in peoples’ homes or online .
If you are interested in joining a Small Group, let us know and we can put you in touch with the small group coordinator who will be more than happy to find a group that is convenient for you and introduce you to the group leader.

Get Involved

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with the life of our church. If you'd like to find out more, please let us know.

Get in touch with us to plan your visit

If you would like to discuss anything before you visit the church, get in touch and we can arrange a time to chat with you.

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