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Bethany Christian Centre
Houghton-Le-Spring
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8PF
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Who we are
We are an independent evangelical church
We do not belong to any particular denomination and so are truly autonomous; however we enjoy good relationships with other Bible based churches in the area. Our own Leadership Team is responsible for the direction and vision of the church.
We are Bible based
We have an orthodox, evangelical view of Scripture, believing its Divine inspiration and infallibility. Our preaching is firmly based on the Bible as we believe its truths are the only basis for Christian growth and maturity.
We celebrate Communion and Baptism.
We observe two biblical sacraments rooted in the actions and teachings of Jesus Christ: Baptism and Communion. These represent both our inward commitment to a personal relationship with Jesus and an outward sign of our being connected to a local community of Christ followers - the church.
We care for our Members
We believe the care of every member of the fellowship, and those who regularly meet with us, is very important. Members are encouraged to be in Life Groups which meet mid-week where care, study, prayer and fellowship are enjoyed.
We are mission focused
We want to reach our community and the wider world with the good news of Jesus Christ. We seek to keep a heart for those without Christ at the centre of all we do. In October 2004 we began a church plant in Sunderland which is now thriving. In 2012 we became a CAP Centre working with Christians Against Poverty and started a Food Bank Outreach. We have members involved in Street Pastors in Sunderland and a number of our members in full time Christian service, in this country and overseas.
We aim for blended worship
We believe the quality of our worship is important and should be inclusive. We use a blend of music which encompasses the best of both old and new songs whilst ensuring the scriptural truthfulness of the words we sing.
We believe in plural leadership
We have a Pastor and team of Elders who are responsible, under God, to provide vision and leadership to the church. Empowering individual church members to reach their God given potential and become more devoted disciples of Christ is a major focus for the team.
We do not belong to any particular denomination and so are truly autonomous; however we enjoy good relationships with other Bible based churches in the area. Our own Leadership Team is responsible for the direction and vision of the church.
We are Bible based
We have an orthodox, evangelical view of Scripture, believing its Divine inspiration and infallibility. Our preaching is firmly based on the Bible as we believe its truths are the only basis for Christian growth and maturity.
We celebrate Communion and Baptism.
We observe two biblical sacraments rooted in the actions and teachings of Jesus Christ: Baptism and Communion. These represent both our inward commitment to a personal relationship with Jesus and an outward sign of our being connected to a local community of Christ followers - the church.
We care for our Members
We believe the care of every member of the fellowship, and those who regularly meet with us, is very important. Members are encouraged to be in Life Groups which meet mid-week where care, study, prayer and fellowship are enjoyed.
We are mission focused
We want to reach our community and the wider world with the good news of Jesus Christ. We seek to keep a heart for those without Christ at the centre of all we do. In October 2004 we began a church plant in Sunderland which is now thriving. In 2012 we became a CAP Centre working with Christians Against Poverty and started a Food Bank Outreach. We have members involved in Street Pastors in Sunderland and a number of our members in full time Christian service, in this country and overseas.
We aim for blended worship
We believe the quality of our worship is important and should be inclusive. We use a blend of music which encompasses the best of both old and new songs whilst ensuring the scriptural truthfulness of the words we sing.
We believe in plural leadership
We have a Pastor and team of Elders who are responsible, under God, to provide vision and leadership to the church. Empowering individual church members to reach their God given potential and become more devoted disciples of Christ is a major focus for the team.
Street Address
Hetton Road
Houghton-Le-Spring,
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8PF
United Kingdom
Phone: 0191 512 1234
Fax: 0191 512 1221
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Church Pastor
Nigel Bayley
Pastor
Hetton Road
Houghton-Le-Spring,
Tyne and Wear
DH5 8PF
United Kingdom
Phone: 0191 512 1234
Fax: 0191 512 1221
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Quote of the Day
Ephesians 4:29
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
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Evangelical Free Church
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Bethany Christian Centre Houghton-Le-Spring Service Times
Christmas 2015 Schedule
Wednesday 2nd December - 9.30 am
Toddlers Christmas Party
Saturday 5th December - 9.30 am
CAMEO Christmas Fayre
Tuesday 8th December - 9.30 am
CAMEO Christmas
Wednesday 9th December - 9.30 am
Toddlers Carol Service
Saturday 12th December - 8.30 am
Men’s Christmas Breakfast
Sunday 13th December 10.30 am
‘Celebrate the Season’
Sunday 13th December 6.00 pm
Carol Service
Tuesday 15th December - 7.30 pm
The Christmas Feast
Thursday 17th December - 11.00 am
Bernard Gilpin Carol Service
Sunday 20th December - 6.00 pm
Community Carol Singing
Christmas Eve 24th December - 7.00 pm
Christmas Eve Service
Sunday 27th December - 10.30 am
‘Christmas Reflections’
Sundays at Bethany
On the first and third Sunday of the month there is a special Communion Service begining at 9.30am
On the second Sunday of each month Communion is included in the 10.30 am service while on the fourth Sunday it is included in the evening service at 6.00 pm.
At 10:15am there is a opportunity to gather in the Conference Room for a time of prayer. We pray for one another, for everyone who will come through the doors and those involved with the days activities.
Service Times last updated on the 28th of December, 2015
Wednesday 2nd December - 9.30 am
Toddlers Christmas Party
Saturday 5th December - 9.30 am
CAMEO Christmas Fayre
Tuesday 8th December - 9.30 am
CAMEO Christmas
Wednesday 9th December - 9.30 am
Toddlers Carol Service
Saturday 12th December - 8.30 am
Men’s Christmas Breakfast
Sunday 13th December 10.30 am
‘Celebrate the Season’
Sunday 13th December 6.00 pm
Carol Service
Tuesday 15th December - 7.30 pm
The Christmas Feast
Thursday 17th December - 11.00 am
Bernard Gilpin Carol Service
Sunday 20th December - 6.00 pm
Community Carol Singing
Christmas Eve 24th December - 7.00 pm
Christmas Eve Service
Sunday 27th December - 10.30 am
‘Christmas Reflections’
Sundays at Bethany
On the first and third Sunday of the month there is a special Communion Service begining at 9.30am
On the second Sunday of each month Communion is included in the 10.30 am service while on the fourth Sunday it is included in the evening service at 6.00 pm.
At 10:15am there is a opportunity to gather in the Conference Room for a time of prayer. We pray for one another, for everyone who will come through the doors and those involved with the days activities.
Service Times last updated on the 28th of December, 2015
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Under 12s:
The ARK
An exciting time where children are taught about Jesus in key stage classes and have fun taking part in singing, quizzes, crafts and stories while their parents can relax and enjoy the service. A crèche is also available for children under two.
Toddlers
Meeting at BCC on Wednesday mornings, during term times, between 9.15 - 11.30 am. Toddlers is an opportunity for Mums, Dads, Grandparents and Carers to have a coffee and a chat while the children play, listen to a story, sing or do a craft.
The JAM
Fridays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm during term time, 'The JAM' offers children from school years 4 to 6 the chance to play games and activities with other children, as well as the opportunity to learn about the Christian faith through short talks.
An exciting time where children are taught about Jesus in key stage classes and have fun taking part in singing, quizzes, crafts and stories while their parents can relax and enjoy the service. A crèche is also available for children under two.
Toddlers
Meeting at BCC on Wednesday mornings, during term times, between 9.15 - 11.30 am. Toddlers is an opportunity for Mums, Dads, Grandparents and Carers to have a coffee and a chat while the children play, listen to a story, sing or do a craft.
The JAM
Fridays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm during term time, 'The JAM' offers children from school years 4 to 6 the chance to play games and activities with other children, as well as the opportunity to learn about the Christian faith through short talks.
Under 18s:
ACTIV8
On Sunday mornings, separate from the main service, we have a Bible class for school years 7 to 10. 'Activ8' encourages young people with a mixture of learning, discovering, sharing, helping and demonstrating their Christian faith.
ENERGIZE
Through a fun and relaxed approach, students will learn how the Bible is not a dusty old book with nothing to say to them, but actually is jumping off their shelves, packed full of relevant stuff for the young person of today The group meets each Tuesday evening during term times starting at 7:30.
YOUTH CAFE
A chance for young people to get together to chat and eat in a relaxed environment. The Cafe runs each Friday evening during term times starting at 7:30.
SATURDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
An opportunity to get together away from church and just chill. The group usually gets together each Saturday evening during term times starting at 7:00.
On Sunday mornings, separate from the main service, we have a Bible class for school years 7 to 10. 'Activ8' encourages young people with a mixture of learning, discovering, sharing, helping and demonstrating their Christian faith.
ENERGIZE
Through a fun and relaxed approach, students will learn how the Bible is not a dusty old book with nothing to say to them, but actually is jumping off their shelves, packed full of relevant stuff for the young person of today The group meets each Tuesday evening during term times starting at 7:30.
YOUTH CAFE
A chance for young people to get together to chat and eat in a relaxed environment. The Cafe runs each Friday evening during term times starting at 7:30.
SATURDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
An opportunity to get together away from church and just chill. The group usually gets together each Saturday evening during term times starting at 7:00.
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