How do we
'do'
Sundays?
What church looks like on a Sunday depends on where we are in the month. We are a 'patchwork' church [which doesn't mean we are sitting around making patchwork quilts...although we are not against this of course!]. Edenbridge is made up of many different people, from varying backgrounds, communities and cultures, as well as a fascinating mix of hobbies, interests and experiences. Our hope is that, whoever you are, wherever you are from, you will discover a 'patchwork' space for you.
1st Sunday...
is a fairly traditional Baptist Church service. The service begins at 10:30 and usually includes family worship (singing, prayers, Bible readings & notices) - we aim to be finished by 12pm.
The youth (year 6 and up) leave for their own session and we provide an activity for primary age children that runs parallel to the main talk.
We have 'The Crib' (a space for pre-schoolers and babies) which can be used during the service.
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2nd Sunday...
is known as 'The Table' service. Think café-meets-quiz-night with a little bit (well...maybe quite a lot) of nibbles thrown in. The Table is always based on Jesus' teachings in the Bible, but, maybe, exploring them in a way you haven't done before.
Please note, this is an 'all-in' service i.e. from the youngest to the oldest, we are all joining in together.
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3rd Sunday...
is similar to 1st Sunday with the addition of sharing Holy Communion. The Bible teaching at this service will have more of an exegetical (going theologically deeper) emphasis.
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4th Sunday...
is a simple service. Jesus spent a large part of His ministry just walking and talking. If you choose to come to the service, we will be just talking and walking our way through the Bible, however, a number of our congregation choose to spend this Sunday morning walking together, exploring our local area, journeying together and welcoming all.
5th Sunday...
Occasionally, there are five Sundays in a month. When this happens, we have our 5th Sunday service, EDEN CELEBRATE! It is a chance for the whole church family to come together to share and celebrate what God has been doing in our community...and we also enjoy a meal together (yummy!!!!).
