Sunday 1st March

 

Our Vision: "We are a people being transformed by the unconditional love of God; seeking to bless our community, and longing for all to experience the hope we have in Jesus."

Sunday 1st March

 

The Second Sunday of Lent

 

 

9am - Holy Communion – Lent 2 (John 3:1-17) – David Thomas

10.05am - Prayer Meeting – in Room 4 for approx. 20 minutes

 

10.30am - All Age Worship – God’s Love is for Everyone (John 3:1-17)

*This service will be livestreamed via the Christ Church Bedford YouTube channel*

 

7pm - Sundays@Seven – Prayer at Jesus’ Baptism (Luke 3:21-22) – Vikki Thomas

Services in the coming week

 

Wednesday 4th March

10am - Holy Communion - followed by refreshments

8pm - Lent Course - in Church. This will be livestreamed via the Christ Church Bedford YouTube channel

 

Sunday 8th March

9am - Morning Worship – Lent 3 (John 4:5-42) - Wil Horwood  

10.05am - Prayer Meeting – in Room 4 for approx. 20 minutes

10.30am - Holy Communion – As above

7pm - Sundays@Seven – Prayer in the Wilderness (Luke 4:1-13) - Rev Helen Stewart

Church Family News

 

Rita Haines: It is with great sadness that we must announce that Rita died on Thursday 19th February. Please hold Margaret and Geoff Topham and all Rita’s family and friends in your prayers at this difficult time.

Ben Williams: Rev Ben is now on placement at Church of the Transfiguration, Kempston from Sunday 1st March until Easter. Please be praying for him as he continues his training in a different context.

March Prayer Diary: Please collect a copy from church.  

For your prayers this week 

 

The Second Sunday of Lent: Almighty God, by the prayer and discipline of Lent may we enter into the mystery of Christ’s sufferings, and by following in his Way come to share in his glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

 

Please pray for:

  • The armed conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, especially those trapped in the escalating violence.

  • Debbie as she travels to Nigeria to encourage and support a village near Abeokuta.

  • Those who are housebound, especially those in Anjulita Court.

  • World Day of Prayer on Friday 6th March.

Children's Ministry and Events
 

THIS SUNDAY: 1st March

 

There will be all age service at 10.30am, we encourage families to join us for the service. There are instruments and quiet toys available for children who join us.

 

THIS WEEK:

 

 

 

COMING UP IN MARCH:

 

 

VOLUNTEERS WANTED:

 

 

For more information about our regular groups please look on our website here or contact Ruth using: children@ccbedford.org or 07554 537757



Youth Ministry and Events

 

 

 

Youth Blog

Once a month we will give you an insight into our youth ministry. You will be able to read what we are getting up to and the fun we're having. So far we have blogged about our youth weekend away and what our youth alpha looks like in our Friday Nights Small Groups.

Find all our blogs on the church website in the 'youth ministry' section in 'connect' or follow this link: https://ccbedford.org/Groups/452353/Youth_Blog.aspx

 

Happy Reading! :)

 

 

Coming Up

Youth Quiz: Join us in fundraising for our youth ministry. This year we are fundraising to take our young people to the Satellites Youth Festival! Dinner is included in your ticket price and there are yummy treats and drinks available for donation. Book via link or you can just click on the flyer: for more info email youth@ccbedford.org

Come and join us in supporting our Youth Ministry!


Satellites 2026: We are taking our young people to a youth festival, satellites, down at the Bath & West showground in Somerset from 6-11 August. This is an amazing opportunity for them to experience faith alongside so many other young people their age. If you wish your young person to come along, please book as soon as possible to access the standard ticket that they offer (price goes up on 27th February). For any more information about travel or prices, please feel free to contact the youth team: email either Hannah Applegarth or Sorcha Brown.

Hello as we look ahead to Satellites Festival (6th–11th August), we’re exploring options. Does anyone have a touring caravan we might be able to borrow for that week? Or know anyone who may be willing to lend us one? It would make a huge difference. Please do get in touch if you can help thank you so much!

Camping Equipment: If you have any camping equipment that you are able to lend for 4th - 12th August 2026, please speak to or email either Hannah Applegarth or Sorcha Brown.

 

For more information about our regular groups please look on our website here or contact Hannah using: youth@ccbedford.org or 07384 295757

What is happening at Christ Church and beyond

 

Date for your Diary: 15th-17th May. Church Weekend @ Home!

 

Church Walk: On Sunday 1st March meet at church at 2.30pm for a local walk. Then return to church for refreshments in The Hub.  

 

Lent Course: Continues Wednesday 4th March 8pm in the church. We will be looking at Jesus in different spaces as we journey together to Holy Week, using material from Tom Wright’s book “Lent and Easter for Everyone”, using material from Tom Wright’s book “Lent and Easter for Everyone”, (this week: Jesus in Prayer). Please do join us in person or online – we will be livestreaming (or you can always watch later) on the Christ Church Bedford YouTube channell.

 

 

World Day of Prayer 2026: Christ Church are hosting the local World Day of Prayer service this year. The service is on Friday 6th March at 2pm and this year the service is written by the women of Nigeria, with the theme I will give you rest, come. There is no Go4Gold on 6th March, as everyone is invited to attend the World Day of Prayer service and enjoy the refreshments afterwards.

 

Ladies Elevenses: Saturday 7th March 10.30am to 12 Noon. Speaker: Judy Miller. All ladies are very welcome to join us for a warm welcome, refreshments and fellowship.

 

Volunteers needed: The Impact Easter Experience is a re-enactment of the Easter story presented by volunteers from various local churches. It will be held at St John’s Church in Bedford from 16th–20th March, and you do not need to commit to helping every day to be involved. If you would be willing to help by acting, stewarding, or assisting with refreshments, we would love to hear from you. If you are interested, please get in touch with Trish. Her contact details are: trish@impactbedford.org.uk        Thank you!

 

Plant Sale: Saturday 9th May. Last year lots of people requested vegetable and herbs plants so please sow lots of these. Please sow and divide lots of flowers/shrubs/trees etc too. If you need, there are some plant pots at the top of the Vicarage driveway.

Bedford Foodbank Shopping List: The most needed items at the moment are: tinned spaghetti hoops/ vegetables/ fruit, jars of coffee/cooking sauces, cup a soup, bars of chocolate, long-life fruit juice, jelly & shower gel. Thank you for your donations.
 

 

Hello
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

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning. When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone on our Welcome Team.

Our 9:00am service is traditional in style and lasts about 45 minutes.

Our main Sunday family service starts at 10:30am and runs for about 75 minutes, everyone gathers together at the beginning of the service. After a short time of worship together, we divide into different teaching and worship groups as children up to school year 11 leave.

At our all-age services (60 minutes), everyone stays together for the whole service. Our weekly notice-sheet gives details of all important events happening in the near future and some guidance on topics for prayer.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after the service where there is plenty of time to meet new people and ask more questions. We are proud to be a certified Fair Trade Church.

Our 7:00pm Sunday evening service runs for about 75 minutes and adopts a more contemporary style with a focus on deeper worship and teaching.   

 

What happens to the kids at church?

Children

We have a fantastic programme for the kids at the Church on Sunday mornings during our 10.30am service:

Imagine -  Our weekly group for babies to 3 year olds, parents are welcome to stay with their child, if they like.  They meet in the main hall 
Wonder - Our weekly group for those in school years R-3. They meet in Rooms 2-3
Marvel - Our weekly group for those in school years 4-6. They meet in Room 5 (upstairs)
Youth - Our weekly group for those in school years 7-13. They meet in Room 7 (upstairs). Please register at the desk in the hub


The children and youth stay with their parents at the start of the service as we worship together for the first part of the morning. Someone will announce when the children and youth should go to their groups. You will need to go with your children and register them, the first time they attend. 

For more information about what is currently happening in the children's work please visit the Children's Ministry page and for the youth work please visit the Youth Ministry page.

What about accessibility?

There are parking spaces next to the church halls but for the 10:30am service a larger car park is available at Castle Newman School (south site) just a few yards along Goldington Road. We have step free access from both Denmark street and Dudley street and there is space for buggies and wheelchairs in the Hub area of the new halls. There are baby changing and accessible toilet facilities and a lift to the first floor. Our sound system incorporates a hearing loop.

Getting Connected


Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. 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 afternoons and some evenings. Check out Small Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team. 

Other Ministries

We also run the following ministries:

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