Emmanuel Church, Plymouth. A light for the city. Join us for worship and community. mission At Emmanuel our mission is to celebrate diversity and bring people together from different and backgrounds throughout the city. Join us as we grow in faith and fellowship, working together to make a positive impact in the church, in the community, in the city and across cultures. our church vision Scan the QR code to download our Church Centre App to get the most out of Emmanuel

INFO A community of faith, hope, and love at the heart of the city. We are a light for the city. At Emmanuel Church, we’re passionate about following Jesus and sharing His love with our city and beyond. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or looking for a church to call home, there's a place for you here. With inspiring worship, Bible centered teaching, vibrant children's and youth ministries, and a heart for serving our local community, Emmanuel is more than a church, it’s a family. Come as you are, grow in faith, and be part of something bigger. Vision Meet The Team Safeguarding Giving Weddings Funerals

Alight for the city Act Now What’s On Plan Your Visit Upcoming The Space Between Us Explore artwork that captures the subtle connections and meaningful gaps that define the human experience. Learn More An Odyssey Through Time Explore a captivating array of artworks, spanning from 1940 to the present. Learn More Opening Times Monday to Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Last entry at 5:30 PM
 Closed on Saturdays Unlimited tickets available for purchase at the door. Yoga Pilates Barre Restorative Yoga Restorative yoga focuses on holding passive poses for extended periods, promoting relaxation and reducing stress by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system. Duration: 45 minutes Book a class Barre Fusion This class is held in a barre fusion style, integrating ballet-inspired movements, Pilates, and strength training to sculpt and tone muscles, emphasizing flexibility and balance. Duration: 1 hour Book a class Reformer Pilates This class is conducted on the reformer machine and focuses on core strength, flexibility, and overall muscle tone through controlled movements and resistance. Duration: 1 hour Book a class Planting Trees for a Generation We May Never See Peter Shaw 6 days ago 3 min read How Do We Disagree Without Dividing? Peter Shaw Sep 9 2 min read Sermon Series - Remember: The Story We Live In  Peter Shaw Sep 3 2 min read

A sermon series exploring the What is the Holy Spirit, The Gifts of the Holy Spirit and Waiting on the Spirit WherE THE WIND BLOWS Sermon series 31st May - 12th July Journey with us through the book of Acts as we explore the unstoppable mission of God through the power of the Holy Spirit. Together we'll discover how God works through ordinary people, breaks down barriers, and continues to build his Church. The same Spirit who moved then is still at work today, inviting us to follow wherever he leads. Waiting and Power - Acts 1 Sunday 31st May 2026 Learning to wait on God before stepping into his mission. Witness in the City - Acts 3 to 5 Sunday 14th June 2026 The gospel transforms lives as the Church grows through courageous witness. Scattered by Sent - Acts 8 Sunday 28th June 2026 God uses disruption to spread hope far beyond familiar places. To the Nations - Acts 13 to 28 Sunday 12th July 2026 The gospel crosses cultures, changing lives and reaching the ends of the earth. Spirit Breaks Out - Acts 2 Sunday 7th June 2026 The Holy Spirit comes, empowering the Church to boldly proclaim Jesus. Pressure and Purity - Acts 6 to 7 Sunday 21st June 2026 Faithfulness under pressure reveals the beauty and strength of God's Church. No Outsiders - Acts 9 to 12 Sunday 5th July 2026 God uses disruption to spread hope far beyond familiar places.

The book of Jonah isn’t just about a runaway prophet and a big fish, it’s about our struggles with obedience, compassion and God’s mission. JONAH Sermon series I called out to the Lord, out of my distress, and he answered me The book of Jonah isn’t just about a runaway prophet and a big fish, it’s about our struggles with obedience, compassion and God’s mission. Jonah runs from God, faces a storm, is rescued from the depths, delivers God’s message and wrestles with God’s mercy toward those he disliked. It shows that God’s purposes are greater than our preferences and His love reaches beyond our limits. In this two week series, we’ll see what happens when we run from God’s call, how His mercy draws us back, and how to respond with His heart. Jonah’s story is our story, God still calls, rescues, and stretches His people to love a world in need. Jonah 1 + 2 Sunday 17th August God sends Jonah to preach in Nineveh, but he flees by ship in the opposite direction. A divinely sent storm threatens the vessel, and Jonah is thrown overboard to calm the sea. Swallowed by a great fish for three days and nights, he prays to God in gratitude for rescue, and the fish releases him onto dry land. Preacher: Peter Shaw Reading: Jonah 1 // Jonah 2 Published 17th August Jonah 3 + 4 Sunday 24th August God again commands Jonah to go to Nineveh, and this time he obeys, warning the city of impending judgment. The people repent, and God spares them, which angers Jonah. He complains to God and waits outside the city, where God uses a plant, a worm, and scorching wind to teach him about compassion and mercy. Preacher: Tim Dakin Reading: Jonah 3 // Jonah 4 Published 24th August

Learn more about our younger church activities, including our crèche, Kingzkids, Pathfinders & Bereans. SUNDAYS See below for information about where we are, our gathering times, kids and youth groups, our current sermon series and how to serve! Gatherings Kids (0-10) Youth (11-17) Students Serve Sermon Series

Funerals at Emmanuel Church Plymouth Funerals A place of peace, hope, and remembrance. Losing a loved one is never easy, and at Emmanuel Church we are here to walk alongside you during this difficult time. Whether you are planning a funeral, thanksgiving service, or memorial, we offer a caring and supportive environment where you can honour the life of your loved one in the light of Christian hope. Our team will work closely with you to create a meaningful service that reflects your loved one’s life and faith, offering comfort and reassurance through prayer, music, and words of encouragement. To find out more or to begin planning a service, please click the button below. Contact us

A sermon series exploring the God who sees us, meets us where we are, and invites us into deeper faith, healing, and transformed lives through Scripture. the god who sees from the well to the waters Sermon series January 4th - February 22nd, 2025 This sermon series journeys through Scripture, tracing a God who sees, knows, and meets His people in every season. From the well to deeper waters, we discover how God invites us beyond first encounter into healing, transformation, and a fuller life with Him, drawing us steadily deeper into His purposes. Hagar: Seen in the Wilderness Sunday 4th January Hagar is alone, dismissed and wandering. The God who sees her is the same God who met the woman at the well. Elijah: Seen in Exhaustion Sunday 25th January A turning point. Elijah wants to give up; God meets him tenderly. Perfect pastoral moment. The Bleeding Woman: Seen in the Crowd Sunday 8th Feburary A powerful echo of the well. She reaches for Jesus and is restored fully. Nathaneal: Seen before he saw Jesus Sunday 22nd February A beautiful landing place. The God who sees us sends us into the world with fresh vision. Moses: Seen in Suffering Sunday 11th January God sees His people’s pain and draws Moses into His purposes. From knee-deep faith to stepping in further. Bartimaeus: Seen in the Noise Sunday 1st February Just like the woman at the well, Jesus stops for someone overlooked and draws him deeper. Zacchaeus: Seen in Transformation Sunday 15th February The living water spills into his whole world. Like the Samaritan woman running back to her village.

Whether you're new to Plymouth or looking for a place to grow spiritually, Emmanuel Church welcomes you with warmth, wisdom, and open arms. STUDENTS We ❤ students Whether you're new to Plymouth or looking for a place to grow spiritually, Emmanuel Church welcomes you with warmth, wisdom, and open arms. We’re a church known for our thoughtful worship and a welcoming community. While many of our members are older, we see that as one of our greatest strengths and a real gift for students. At Emmanuel, you’ll experience intergenerational learning: a chance to connect with people of different ages, life experiences, and perspectives, all united by faith. What we can offer students: 🕊️ Wisdom and mentorship We are filled with people who have lived through decades of faith, relationships, careers, and challenges. For students navigating major life decisions, this wisdom can be a source of grounded guidance and support, especially in a world that often feels uncertain. 🤝 Authentic Community Many students feel lonely or anonymous in new environments. We can offer a strong sense of belonging, where people genuinely care, remember your name, and want to invest in your life. 🌿 Spiritual Stability Amid the noise and rush of university life, we provide a calm, reflective environment. The liturgy, hymns, and timeless teaching can be surprisingly refreshing, a spiritual anchor in a fast-moving world. 📖 Intergenerational Growth Being part of a multi-age community teaches empathy, patience, and deeper ways of seeing the world. Students often find their faith stretched and enriched by hearing stories from others who’ve wrestled with the same questions over a lifetime. 🍽️ Hospitality and Home-Cooked Meals We love to host. Sunday lunches, tea after services, and even offers to help with practical needs can turn a church into a true home away from home. Who dosn't love a good homemade cake 🙌 Opportunities to Lead and Serve We welcome younger people into leadership and service roles more quickly than student-only churches. Whether it’s music, tech, reading, children’s ministry, or outreach, there’s room and appreciation for your gifts. Learn and grow Alpha 25 Join us for: Free Food Real Conversations Big Questions info Develop skills Serve + volunteer A wide range of opportunities to grow and develop through helping in the church community info

VACANCIES Work with us At Emmanuel, we’re passionate about serving our city, growing disciples of Jesus, and creating spaces where people of all ages can encounter God and belong in community. Our staff team and volunteers work together across worship, children and youth ministry, pastoral care, community outreach, and the life of the parish. We’re always looking for people who share our heart for the church and for Plymouth. We don't currently have any vacancies Parish Profile

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A sermon series exploring the God who sees us, meets us where we are, and invites us into deeper faith, healing, and transformed lives through Scripture. The cut flower rooting a fading west Sermon series March 1st - 19th April 2026 Through our new sermon series, "The Cut Flower," we will explore the ancient spiritual disciplines that originally nourished the soul of the West. To help us see these practices with fresh eyes, we are leaning on the wisdom of our global family. We will be joined by the perspectives of our brothers and sisters in Thika, Kenya, hearing how they live out these disciplines with a vibrancy and depth that can show us the way back to spiritual vitality. Fasting and Praying Sunday 1st March Moving beyond comfort to find our source in God. Service Sunday 15th March Honouring the life-giving labour of serving others. Simplicity Living with Less - Giving More Sunday 29th March Learning to live with less so that we can give more. Hospitality - God Makes room for Us Sunday 12th April Discovering how God makes room for us and how we do the same for others. Social Sin - Slavery - Confession Sunday 8th March Facing the shadows of slavery and injustice to seek healing. Encouragement - Living in Joy Sunday 22nd March Choosing Christian joy over cultural cynicism. Easter Sunday - TBC Sunday 5th April - Somewhere, Nowhere, Anywhere - Pilgrimage Sunday 19th April Navigating our home in the cultural divide of the "The Somewheres" and "The Anywheres"