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Members of our church community regularly host LYFE groups in their homes or in the Ministry Centre, and we periodically offer online and in-person courses. Learn more about these gatherings, below. If you want to join a LYFE group or learn more about our courses, contact our church office  and join our email list so you’re notified about these and any additional courses being offered.

WHAT IF?

‘What if…?’ starting Wednesday 25th February 2026

What if God exists?

What if Jesus died for me?

What if there’s life after death?

What if I read the bible?

What if I become a Christian?

If these are questions that you’re asking, the ‘What if…’? course is for you. 

“For me the ‘what if’ course was a fantastic opportunity to further explore my journey of faith in an environment that was extremely informal and relaxed. I was also genuinely inspired by others and made new friends along the way” (Cathy)

Our next ‘What if…?’ course Starts Wednesday 25th February 2026 7pm in Christ Church Ministry Centre. This 5 week course looks at the big ‘what if?’ questions.

“The What if?’ course strikes a great balance of being laid back and friendly, but at the same time challenging enough to explore some big questions. It was both enlightening and enjoyable and is highly recommended for those wanting to look a little deeper!”  (Rob)

Each week there’s a short talk on the weekly theme, then time for small group discussion around the weekly ‘What if?’ question. The evening will finish by 9pm.

  1. What if God exists?
  2. What if Jesus died for me?
  3. What if death is not the end?
  4. What if I read the bible?
  5. What about the Holy Spirit?
  6. What if I become a Christian?
 
(Session 5 is on Saturday 21st March 9am – 1pm)
 
The course is completely free, so come and join us in what will be a relaxed and friendly atmosphere as we explore together …. ‘What if…’
 
If you would like to take part in this course please contact Rev. Ian Greenwood via the form below.
 

What others have said:

There was a great atmosphere every week! I have made some new friends and have loved enhancing my knowledge on the Christian faith. The course has most definitely helped me to grow in my own faith and I can genuinely say my spiritual connection has grown with each week of the course. I’m embracing being on my spiritual journey and I am very excited to continue growing in my faith.’ (Louise)

“The course was a great opportunity to develop both friendship and fellowship with others.  It doesn’t matter where you are in your faith as the course has something for everyone. It can bring you to faith, answer any questions or nagging doubts you might have or perhaps it will just help you to develop and strengthen your faith. I enjoyed the opportunity to talk freely and just to listen to others discuss their ideas, opinions, and experiences in small groups. The food was also excellent! (Janette)

“The course made me feel more in touch with my faith and gave me a more positive outlook on my life, feeling more fulfilled and able to focus more on what really matters and too not get as hung up on trivial things. If you’re debating whether to give the course a go, you’ve nothing to lose and a lot to gain! – you’ll be glad you did!” (Graham)

 

LYFE GROUPS

LYFE (Living Your Faith Everyday) groups spend time getting to know each other, reading and reflecting on Bible passages, and then selecting something relevant to experience throughout the week.

In doing so, the group goes on a journey together to discover a deeper relationship with God.

Some of our LYFE groups also aim to support Christians in the workplace.

HOPE EXPLORED

What's the best future you could imagine?

There are few emotions more powerful than hope. But these days, hope often feels hard to come by.

Where can we find a hope that won’t disappoint us?

Hope Explored looks at the life, death and resurrection of Jesus in Luke’s Gospel. This three-session series shows that Christianity is about real hope: a joyful expectation for the future, based on true events in the past, which changes everything about the present.

ALPHA

Have you ever wanted to investigate if Jesus, God, and the Bible are genuine or real and whether church is relevant?

Christ Church regularly provides an informal opportunity, over 11 weeks, to watch an informative video each week and then discuss in smaller groups.

It’s a course that can change your life.

To read the personal stories of people who have already attended Alpha courses at our church, click here.

For more information on Alpha please visit their website:

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Online Resources

In addition to joining LYFE groups and signing up for courses to help you spiritually grow, here are some online resources you can access at any time.

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I was sat on the top of Clieves Hill eating a jar of chilli pickles with my sister, discussing how stressful my life was, how unhappy I was with my financial situation and trying to be the perfect Mum. I was looking for work and trying to fight my son’s corner who was being bullied in secondary school. I was feeling very alone, worse than I have felt in a long time. Things had now got the better of me and I was starting to crumble big time and my marriage was falling apart. My sister had just completed the Alpha Course and she told me how it had changed her life. She was eager to share her story and convinced me that the Alpha Course would be spiritually beneficial to me and my family. I agreed with my sister and suggested to my husband that the Alpha Course could be beneficial to both of us. He agreed and my sister kindly baby sat for us. My sister, my rock: I believe that God was working through her that night. My husband and I decided to give our marriage one last go. The Alpha Course has helped me to become more spiritually aware. It has saved my marriage and I have allowed Jesus to become part of my everyday thoughts and prayers since doing the Alpha course.”
Carolyn
“I decided to do the Alpha Course this January. My wife suggested that we experience it together. I had nothing to lose as I was continuously angry with my circumstances and always stressed over the little things. My family life and marriage were under strain, so I thought I would give it one last go. I knew a few of my family members had done the Alpha Course and I had heard good things about it. I had also noticed the changes in their lives. I went to the meetings, had a meal with my wife and made new friends, something I hadn’t done in a long time due to the unsociable working commitments as a chef. During our meetings we had discussions about God and Christianity and what it really meant to me. My relationship with God was growing and I prayed and thanked him more. I noticed things starting to change, I have become more humble and less stressed over the little things. I have become slow to anger and faster in understanding others. My pace has slowed down and my family has noticed the changes in me. I now feel an inner peace within myself. My circumstances are changing and I have learned to trust God, I have passed the control to him. My marriage and my family life is no longer under strain.”
Gavin