Witham United Reformed Church
Witham Essex

CM8 1AH

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Who we are

Witham United Reformed Church is right in the centre of Witham. We are a lively mixed age fellowship from many walks of life. What we have in common is a living faith in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

We are ordinary people who seek to serve God and others. Theologically we are a broad church and everyone is welcome to join us for worship.

Church membership is open to all who accept Jesus as Saviour and Lord and who accept the beliefs of the United Reformed Church.

Our Vision: To worship God the Father through Jesus Christ the Son in the power that the Holy Spirit gives and to bring others through example, service and teaching to know and love Him too.

Witham United Reformed Church occupies a prime site in the town's main street. The 19th century building was extensively redeveloped in the 1980s and 1990s at a total cost in excess of £1million. The site now has a bright and flexible sanctuary, used occasionally for concerts and plays as well as for worship.

Integral to the life and work of the Church is The Centre, attached to the church building, but with a separate entrance, which was commissioned in 1997. Open to the public six days a week, the facilities include a sports hall, a drop-in coffee area, a small shop selling fairly traded goods and Christian books, a vestry, an office, reprographics room, several meeting rooms of various sizes and a garden. These premises offer facilities to a Credit Union and other community services and are available for hire. The Centre is led by volunteer Centre Directors and supported by Centre Managers, who are employed by the Church.

The Church also employs two half-time Youth Pastors. Their ministry is to co-ordinate and develop the Church youth work and to encourage young people to play a larger part in the life and worship of the Church.

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Location of worship

Witham United Reformed Church
Newland Street
Witham, Essex CM8 1AH
United Kingdom
Phone: 01376 500958
Fax: 01376 501771
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Church Pastor

Revd Lorna Bantock
Revd Lorna Bantock
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Witham United Reformed Church
Newland Street
Witham, Essex CM8 1AH
United Kingdom
Phone: 01376 500958
Fax: 01376 501771
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United Reformed Church



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Leadership

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Revd Lorna Bantock   Edit
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Leader Address:
Witham United Reformed Church
Newland Street
Witham
Essex
CM8 1AH   Edit
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01376 501771   Edit
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Leader Bio:
I have been a part of Witham URC for over 30 years now. In the mid 80’s I trained as a lay preacher but then felt a call to ministry where pastoral and preaching work could be combined. After training I was ordained and inducted to Witham URC in February 2003 as an SSM (self supporting minister). My secular work is administration in a small business my husband I run called SAILSetc.


I am really excited by what God is doing as we see evidence of Him moving in people's hearts and lives. It is a great privilege to be involved in God's work here and a great joy!   Edit
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Witham United Reformed Church Service Times

Family Worship 10:30am Sunday

This is a relaxed service where all are welcome, with praise, singing, prayer and listening as the Bible is read and the Word of God taught. Bibles are provided at the door and the singing is led from the overhead screen. Refreshments are provided in Meeting Point after the service as a good opportunity for the church family and visitors to meet more informally. After the service an area in the church is set aside for quiet prayer either individually or with somebody who will be there available for you.

A Hearing Loop and large print service aids are available.

Evening Worship 10:30am Sunday

This service is usually a more meditative service, but the fourth Sunday in the month is our E-quip service at the early time of 5:30pm.

Messy Breakfast 9:00am every third Sunday

Messy Church at breakfast time! Held on the third Sunday of the month 9:00-10:00am. This is primarily aimed at young families. We have a free breakfast for the whole family to join together, followed by a short service. The service is lively and noisy with singing, instruments, craft and story telling. Learn about God in a relaxed, child friendly way. Do come and join in.

E-equip 5:30pm every fourth Sunday

E-quip is a new monthly contemporary worship service meeting on the 4th Sunday of each month at 5.30pm. Come and enjoy a time of worship and teaching.

Communion

Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday morning and the third Sunday evening in each month.

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Worship Languages

English   Edit


Dress Code

No code - all equally welcome   Edit


Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities

Under 12s:
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Creche (0-3)
Junior Church (3-11)
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Juice (5-11 club)   Edit
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K-OS (11-14)
JAUL (15-18)
Ignite (11-18 youth group)
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Milkshake (11-18)
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FUSE (11-18)   Edit

Local outreach & community activities

Wednesday Concert, Child Contact Centre   Edit

Other activities & ministries

Afternoon Film, Afternoon Tea, Carpet Bowls, House Groups, Friday Fellowship   Edit

Special Needs/Accessibility

Wheelchair-friendly; hearing loop; large print   Edit

Prayers and Hymns

Main Bible:
Good News Bible   Edit
Hymns and Songs:
Mission Praise   Edit


Other information

Average Adult Congregation:
150   Edit
Average Youth Congregation:
30   Edit
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Witham United Reformed Church History

The story of Witham United Reformed Church

Our church has an interesting history! Our roots lie in the ‘Dissenting’ movement which grew up after the English Civil War when people risked prison for daring to worship in ways other than that of the Church of England. The first leader of the ‘Non-conformers’ in Witham, the Rev. George Lisle, ended up in Colchester prison for holding unlawful meetings. The passing of the Toleration Act of 1689 allowed freedom of worship and by 1715 the non-conformist community had accepted Congregational principles and decided to go forward in faith and build a meeting house in Newland Street. This Meeting House was enlarged over the years but was eventually demolished and replaced by the present building in 1840.

In 1972 the Congregational Church joined with the Presbyterian Church to form The United Reformed Church and Witham became part of this wider fellowship.

By the 1980’s it was apparent that the layout of the church building restricted both the worship and activities. So in 1985 the sanctuary was remodelled to give better access and more flexibility yet keeping the integrity of the 1840 design. This made it more usable not only for worship but also for occasional concerts and other events.

While the sanctuary now reflected the desire of the congregation to go forward into the twenty first century, the rear halls were still Dickensian. So in 1995 another step of faith was taken to demolish and redevelop the rest of the site. We had a vision of a centre that would encourage people to come in and of uses that served the needs of the wider community.

The Centre now allows us to be open and accessible for much of the week and to accommodate many activities, either church based or run by local groups.

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Witham United Reformed Church FAQs

Question: Where is Witham United Reformed Church located?
Answer: Witham United Reformed Church is located at Newland Street, Witham, Essex.

Question: Who is Witham United Reformed Church's pastor?
Answer: Witham United Reformed Church's pastor is Revd Lorna Bantock.

Question: What time is service at Witham United Reformed Church?
Answer: Family Worship 10:30am Sunday This is a relaxed service where all are welcome, with praise, singing, prayer and listening as the Bible is read and the Word of God taught. Bibles are provided at the door and the singing is led from the overhead screen. Refreshments are provided in Meeting Point after the service as a good opportunity for the church family and visitors to meet more informally. After the service an area in the church is set aside for quiet prayer either individually or with somebody who will be there available for you. A Hearing Loop and large print service aids are available. Evening Worship 10:30am Sunday This service is usually a more meditative service, but the fourth Sunday in the month is our E-quip service at the early time of 5:30pm. Messy Breakfast 9:00am every third Sunday Messy Church at breakfast time! Held on the third Sunday of the month 9:00-10:00am. This is primarily aimed at young families. We have a free breakfast for the whole family to join together, followed by a short service. The service is lively and noisy with singing, instruments, craft and story telling. Learn about God in a relaxed, child friendly way. Do come and join in. E-equip 5:30pm every fourth Sunday E-quip is a new monthly contemporary worship service meeting on the 4th Sunday of each month at 5.30pm. Come and enjoy a time of worship and teaching. Communion Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday morning and the third Sunday evening in each month.

Question: What is Witham United Reformed Church's dress code?
Answer: No code - all equally welcome

Question: What is Witham United Reformed Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/Smalltalkwithamurc/

Question: Where do I park at Witham United Reformed Church?
Answer: On site or on street on Sundays

Question: What is Witham United Reformed Church's website?
Answer: http://www.withamurc.org.uk

Question: What denominaiton is Witham United Reformed Church?
Answer: Witham United Reformed Church belongs to United Reformed Church denomination.

The power of Christian prayer You are...
You are the shade in the heat, You are shelter in the cold, You are eyes to the blind, You are a staff to the pilgrim, You are an island in the sea, You are a stronghold upon land, You are healing to the sick. You are the luck of every joy, You are the light of the sun's beam, You are the door of lordly welcome, You are the pole star of guidance, You are the step of the roe of the height, You are the step of the white-faced mare, You are the grace of the swimming swan, You are the jewel in each mystery.
Witham United Reformed Church listing was last updated on the 23rd of September, 2018
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