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Christ Church
Beckenham

Welcome Pack

‘So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed,
for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you;

I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.’

Isaiah 41:10
Our verse for 21015

CHRIST CHURCH BECKENHAM, situated in Fairfield Please fill in using BLOCK CAPITALS and hand to one of our Welcome Team.
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Our Team: Rob Hinton 020 3669 5847 Cut along here Your Age Group: (please tick as appropriate)
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We believe in: What are you
looking for?
 the love of the God in sending his only Son to mend the broken
relationship between us and the Father I’m fairly new to London but one of
 the power of the resurrection of Jesus, through which we can have the things I’ve noticed are the
eternal life helpful people in bowler hats that
 the transforming joy of knowing Jesus as our Saviour and his redeeming are dotted around London waiting to
work in our lives help people find what they’re after. The funny thing is that for the most part
 the truth of the Bible to reveal the heart and actions of God throughout tourists (which I still class myself as, even after a year) will stand in front of one
history and in our lives today the empowering work of the Holy Spirit to help of these ’helpers’ and struggle with maps and signs but ignore the person paid to
us know his love and to strengthen us in his service help. Each time I see it happen it remains a mystery to me why one doesn’t reach
out to the other!
Our core values are:
I wonder what it is that made you come into church today and what made you
Worship: responding to God by living for his praise and glory pick up this little guide? Maybe you’re new to the area, maybe you are new to the
Discipleship: growing to know Jesus better and becoming more like him whole idea of church? It could be that you are looking for information on anything
Fellowship: being committed to God’s family from Baptism for your little one to details of hall hire. I hope that you find what
Ministry: discovering and using our gifts to serve God and one another you are looking for.
Mission: sharing our faith in word and deed, at home and abroad
But before you plough on into the rest of this booklet where you will find much of
We are members of the Church of England, in the Diocese of Rochester. the practical information concerning Christ Church Beckenham, let me tell you
that we’ve been looking for you too! That’s what we are here for. We want to help!

While we want to help you with Weddings and Parties, Toddler Groups and
Community Lunches, we really want you to know that the greatest thing we are
about is telling you about how you can have a New Hope, know a New Love and
gain a New Life is Jesus. Bowler hat or not we’ve discovered that Jesus is the best
direction to follow.

We’ve been looking for you because God’s been looking for you, and we hope that
you will let us get to know you more and more so that, yes we can help with the
practical things, but even more so that we can help you to know the life changing
wonder of God’s Hope, God’s Love and God’s Life.

Rev. Rob Hinton (Vicar of Christ Church)

SUNDAYS: 21. PATHFINDERS - for Y7-9. We meet every Sunday morning whilst the church service
is taking place (except for the first Sunday of the month, when there is an all-age
We meet on Sundays and at other times throughout the week and will be glad to service in church). The aim of our sessions is for the youngsters to be able to meet
let you know more if you would like to contact the Church Office. There is a together in a friendly, relaxed environment and, whilst having fun, study the Bible
crèche operating at all 10.30am services, apart from Easter Sunday and together and discuss its relevance to our lives today.
Christmas Day.
22. PRAYER MEETING. This takes place in the Church Room alternate Saturday
MORNING: mornings from 9:15 - 10:15am. We pray for all our activities through the week and
praise God for answers to prayer. Do come and join us, you would be very welcome.
8am Holy Communion
23. PRAYER CHAIN. The Prayer Chain consists of a very small group of church members
9.30am Girls’ Choir rehearsal in the halls who count it a privilege to pray for anyone in the Church family who has a special need.
This will always be treated as confidential. In this ministry we seek to fulfil what the
10.30am 1st Sunday All Age Service Bible teaches: that we are to `pray for one another' and to `bear one another's
burdens'. If you would like prayer for yourself or your family do contact the Church
Coffee & Croissants served in the hall from 8.45am Office.

3rd Sunday Holy Communion 24. STREET PASTORS. Street Pastors is an inter-denominational Church response to
urban problems, engaging with people on the streets to care, listen and talk. There are
Other weeks Morning Service members of Christ Church who are part of the team patrolling Beckenham High Street
on Friday evenings from 9:40pm - 2am.
10.30am Sunday Schools 2nd to 5th Sundays term time only
25. SUNDAY MORNING CRÈCHE - for age 0-3s. Children can come to the crèche at
(children in church for the first 15 minutes) 10:30am or be in church with their parents for the first 15 minutes of the service, when
the children leave to go to their groups in the halls. We have a good selection of toys,
Crèche - 0-2 year olds crayons and colouring books to suit all the different stages of development. We
encourage parents to leave their children and return to church.
Beginners - Age 3-4
26. 242 We come together in the hall on the first Wednesday of each month (8:00-
Climbers - R-Y2 9:15pm), beginning with a brief introduction from God's Word to focus our thoughts, to
hear about and pray for the ministry and plans of Christ Church. Refreshments served
Explorers - Y3-6 from 7:45pm.

Pathfinders - Y7-9

BOBs - Y10+

EVENING:

6.30pm 1st Sunday Holy Communion

2nd Sunday Evening Service

3rd Sunday Evening Service

4th Sunday 4.30pm - Afternoon Praise & 7.00pm Celebration Praise

5th Sunday Focussing our services on people at work

6.30pm Caleb Club (Y10-13) in halls, except 4th Sunday

1st—5th Sundays refer to the week in the month

15 JUNIOR FOOTBALL. There are two football squads for boys which meet on Saturday CALENDAR
mornings at the Harvington Playing Fields in Beckenham. The U14 group is for boys in
school years 7-9 and the U18 squad is for boys in years 10-13. The boys are coached to MONDAY: Item No
help them improve their ability to play and on some of the Saturday mornings matches
take place against other church teams of similar respective ages in both cup and league 2pm Bereavement Support Group Tea* 3
format. The emphasis is on boys learning to develop their ability and compete in
an environment where they have fun together and learn the importance of sporting TUESDAY: 16
behaviour. 10am Meeting Point* 20

16. MEETING POINT. Meeting Point is a group of women who meet for Bible Study and 12.30pm Open Doors Lunches* 5
prayer on a Tuesday morning in the church halls from 10:00am - 12:00noon. It is a 6.15pm Boys’ Choir practice
chance to slow down in a busy week and encourage one another as we listen and talk
to God. Pre-school children and babies are welcome who can stay in with us or be WEDNESDAY: 1
looked after in a crèche. 10.30am Baby & Toddlers* 26
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17. MEN BEHAVING DADLY - for dads with pre-school age children. This provides an 8pm 242 Together
opportunity for dads to meet with other dads, to chat and to play with their children. 8pm Home Groups
We get together on the 3rd Saturday each month from 9:30 - 11:00am in the Main Hall
where there are toys, games and jigsaws for the children and bacon rolls, tea, coffee FRIDAY: 7
and squash; the morning ends with a short Bible story. All pre-school age children (with 7.30pm Central Line youth group 8
their dads) are welcome. £2 contribution. 8.15pm Christ Church Singers rehearsal 24
9.40pm Street Pastors
18. MEN’S BREAKFASTS. Men’s breakfasts are held around 5 times a year on Saturdays
in the church halls: 8:15 for an 8:30am start, finishing promptly at 9:30am, and aim SATURDAY: 18
to encourage men where they are in their walk with God. Relaxed conversation over a 8.30am Men’s Breakfasts 22
full English breakfast, a short thought-provoking talk and opportunity for discussion - 9.15am Prayer Meeting 17
all for £3. 9.30am Men Behaving Dadly* 15
9.30am Junior Football
19. MISSION. Christ Church has commissioned and supports five mission partner 10am Church open for prayer 9
families through prayer and financial giving by the congregation. These partners work
with Christian mission agencies in Africa, United States and the UK. This is in the areas  Cards available with details
of local and worldwide outreach, theological education and training, encouraging
support for mission and mission partners, community transformation and sharing the
gospel. The missionary support committee administers this programme.

20. OPEN DOORS LUNCHES– an afternoon group for all. We meet in the halls on the
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 12.15pm for 12:30pm, when a two course meal
is served, followed by a Bible study or speaker, finishing with tea and biscuits. Annual
summer outings have included steam train and boat trips, gardens and stately homes.
We remember particular ‘0’ birthdays. We have a special summer tea and a Christmas
celebration. A mixture of learning, fellowship and fun. The contribution for the lunch is
£3 for adults and £1.50 for children. Please book a place on 07570 999 567 preferably
by lunch time on the preceding day.

1. BABY & TODDLERS. Our Baby & Toddler groups offer a safe and welcoming environ- 8. CHRIST CHURCH SINGERS. The Singers are an adult choir who meet in church on
ment for parents/carers to bring their children along to. The children can play whilst the Friday evenings from 8:15 - 9:30pm. We rehearse “classical” style music for inclusion in
adults have an opportunity for coffee and a chat. Baby Club in particular, offers mums worship services, and also prepare longer works, sacred and secular in a great variety of
the opportunity to make new friends and relax in friendly and supportive surroundings. styles, for the Summer Choral Festival. We welcome anyone who enjoys singing. There
We meet each Wednesday morning from 10:30am - 12:00pm during school term-times, is no audition.
no booking necessary. Entrance: £1.00.
9. CHURCH OPEN FOR PRAYER. The church is open for prayer on Saturday mornings
2. BEGINNERS AND CLIMBERS - for age 3-Y2. We sing, listen to a Bible Story and do a from 10am - 12 noon. Come and go as you wish.
craft activity or play a game based on what we learn. The children are encouraged to
pray simple prayers in our prayer circle time. Our collections go to the Bushfire 10. COFFEE & CROISSANTS. All are welcome to join us for Coffee and Croissants on the
Orphanage in Uganda. first Sunday of each month. It is held from 9:15 - 10:25am in the Main Hall. Because of
its informal nature, it is a great opportunity to catch up with each other as well as
3. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP. The group meets on the first Monday of each bringing along friends and family to enjoy a delicious breakfast before joining us in
month but we can arrange for someone to be available at another time. We offer Church for an All Age Service, at 10:30.
friendship, support and the knowledge of God's loving kindness to those of the church
family or the wider community who are grieving the loss of a loved one. 11. EXPLORERS - for Y 3-6. We meet three times a month on Sunday mornings. Our aim
is getting to know the Bible and Jesus better. The highlight of our year is a coach trip to
4. BOB (Building on the Bible) - for Y10-11. We meet at least once a month to think the seaside. Occasionally we have lunch events for family members.
through together what it means to live as a Christian in today's culture, to openly
discuss issues, thoughts, questions and sometimes watch videos to help us. We've 12. GIRLS CHOIR - for age 7-14s. A small choir with no auditions and membership is
discussed big questions like "How can God allow suffering?" as well as day to day things free. Practice is every Sunday at 9:30 - 10:25am. Repertoire is mostly modern Christian
like academic pressure. Our aim is to build on the sure foundation of the Bible, to see songs, Bible verse songs plus songs from favourite films and musicals. The Choir sings in
what it has to say and to grow in faith as we apply it to our daily lives. church during the year and at Christmas, when they also visit a local residential home.
There is an informal concert each summer with a varied programme of songs learnt
5. BOYS’ CHOIR (Christ Church Choristers) - for age 6+. The choir meet in the Church throughout the year.
Room on a Tuesday evening from 6:15 - 7:15pm. There is no audition – all are welcome.
We sing a wide variety of music, sacred and secular, in different styles and take part in 13. HALL HIRE. Christ Church has extensive halls which are hired out during the week
the Beckenham Festival in November, sing carols at various venues at Christmas and for various activities, during the day and evening. They range from small rooms to large
join the other choirs in the Summer Choral Festival. halls. There is also a large hall, with adjacent rooms, which is hired out for parties on
Saturdays. No Thursday, Friday or Sunday hire. Prices on application, via the Church
6. CALEB CLUB - for Y10+. We are a group committed to growing together to be more Office.
like Jesus through His word and meet on Sunday nights during term time to hang out,
share games and activities and study the Bible together, discovering what it means to 14. HOME GROUPS. Within our church there are a dozen or so mid-week ‘home
follow Jesus today in a relaxed, social environment. groups’ which typically meet two or three times a month. What are ‘home groups’?
One way of thinking about them is that they are book clubs: ones devoted to reading,
7. CENTRAL LINE - for Y7-9. We meet fortnightly on Friday nights during term time discussing and learning from the sixty-six books of the Bible, one book at a time.
with an emphasis on fun games, creative crafts and time to learn what it means to be in Another way of thinking about them is that they are a great way for people in a
relationship with Jesus. large-ish church to get to know a small number of people in a relaxed setting (usually
6-10 people meeting in someone’s home). Want to know how to join a home group?
Call or email the church office, or ask a member of church staff.