Refugees and asylum seekers. We believe that ‘welcoming the stranger’ is a biblical imperative and a number of refugees and asylum seekers are among our church members. The church has been enriched by these friendships as we have walked together through the challenges of seeking asylum and integrating into British life, learning from our different cultures along the way.

Sexuality. We are keen to find ways of including those from the LGBT community within the life of the church and to step away from language and attitudes that have often left people feeling excluded. This is a challenge, for we are not of one mind on these matters, and we are aware how our differences of view cause anxiety for some. If this is a concern, please come and speak to one of the leadership team, as we want to journey with people, gay or straight, single or in a relationship, as we follow Jesus together.

Disability. We aim to dismantle the barriers that make participation in church life hard for those with a disability. Within the limitations of a building that we don’t own, we try to make our Sunday worship service accessible, and The Branch, our church office, is disability friendly. We have an additional needs coordinator who acts as an advocate for the whole church and advises the children and young people’s team on strategies for supporting those who require it.