Our kids’ groups are safe, fun, and full of exciting ways to learn about Jesus. From singing and games to Bible stories and crafts, every session is designed to help children grow in faith and friendship. KIDS Our provision and events for those aged 0-11 years old. At Emmanuel Church Plymouth, we love welcoming children and families! Our kids’ groups are safe, fun, and full of exciting ways to learn about Jesus. From singing and games to Bible stories and crafts, every session is designed to help children grow in faith and friendship. Whether your child is a toddler or in primary school, there’s a place just for them on Sundays and during the week. Our team is caring, DBS-checked, and passionate about making church a place your kids will love. Little Sparks 0-5 years old Thursdays in term time Every Thursday (in term time) 9:30am At Emmanuel Church Bring your little ones along for a morning of fun and friendship with other families. This is a warm and welcoming group where parents, carers, and toddlers can: Play and explore together Meet new friends Share support and laughter Open to all families, whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or carer. Suggested Donation of £1 Per Family book on Sunday Gatherings During our sunday services we provide kids groups for children to enjoy and enable parents and carers the opportunity to focus on the service Tiny Beacons 2-5 years old SUNDAY at the 10:30am 10:30 at the Sunday service In the Oval room at Emmanuel Church A joyful morning of discovery, play and faith. Through sensory activities, story time, songs, and hands-on fun, preschoolers will explore the wonder of God’s love in ways that engage their hearts, minds, and imaginations. Sensory and explorative play stations Bible story time designed for little learners Joyful songs and simple activities A safe and welcoming space to encounter Jesus’ love Torch Bearers 6-10 years old SUNDAY at the 10:30 10:30 at the Sunday service Church Hall at Emmanuel Church Games, activities and loads of fun. Children will dive into the Bible to discover how to be lights for the city by spending time with Jesus and learning to become more like Him. Engaging Bible activities Exciting games and challenges Fun with friends in a safe, faith-filled environment Practical lessons on living as lights for Jesus in everyday life Older Children We offer a range of activities for children over 10 years old more info

Emmanuel Plymouth home groups, helping to connect people in faith HOME GROUPS At Emmanuel our home groups are at the heart of church life. These small, welcoming gatherings meet during the week in people’s homes across the city. They’re a place to grow in faith, build genuine friendships, and support one another as we follow Jesus together. Each group spends time: Exploring the Bible and applying it to real life Praying and caring for one another Sharing food, stories, and life together Encouraging each other to live out our faith Whether you’ve been part of Emmanuel for years or you’re just starting out, home groups are a great way to feel part of the family. We believe discipleship happens best in community and our home groups are where that truly comes alive. Join a home group. Find belonging. Grow in Christ. Find a group

OUR GATHERINGS Join us every Sunday and Wednesday at Emmanuel for worship, teaching, and a welcoming church community. Our gatherings are open to all — whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a place to call home. We would love to welcome you. Plan your Visit Sundays 8am Traditional Gathering Join us for a Short Traditional Book of Common Prayer Service. This Service typically Lasts 45 minutes. 10:30am Morning Gathering Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly service. Children’s and Youth Groups are on during this service for those aged 0-14. This service is followed by refreshments and time in community. This service typically lasts 1.5 hours. 6:30pm Evening Gathering Join us for a relaxed and welcoming time of worship, prayer and listening to God’s Word, with space to reflect and respond. This service is followed by refreshments and time in community. This service typically lasts 1.5 hours. WEDNESDAYS 10:30am Holy Communion Gathering Join us for a Midweek Spoken Holy Communion Service. This service is followed by refreshments and time in community. This Service typically Lasts 45 minutes. To Catchup on our Recent Talks Visit our Spotify Click Here

HUMBLE Sermon series Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves. This summer, join us for a powerful and honest journey as we explore what it truly means to be a humble, healing, and hope-filled church community. Through stories of trauma, mental health, disability, generational divides, conflict, singleness, caregiving, and more, we’ll seek to understand—and embody—the quiet strength of humility in the body of Christ. Laying the Foundation Sunday 15th June Understanding Trauma and the Church's Role. What does it mean to be trauma informed. Preacher: Peter Shaw Listen again / Watch again Beyond the Barriers Sunday 29th June Exploring how do we embrace disability through our Christian faith and the Church. Preachers: Robin and Pippa Brown Listen again / Watch again Mending the Nets Sunday 13th July How does the church navigate conflict and disagreement, whilst remaining connected in faith. Preacher: Bishop James Grier Listen again / Watch again The Invisible Sunday 27th July Being a caregiver through Christianity. How do caregivers navigate the church and what does the bible say. Preacher: Pippa Brown Listen again / Watch again The Quiet Struggles Sunday 22nd June Understanding Mental Health In Church. What does it mean to navigate mental health challenges in Christianity. Preacher: Tim Dakin Listen again / Watch again The Generational Bridge Sunday 6th July How do we connect each other through multiple generations through our Christian faith. Preachers: Peter Shaw and Tim Lyddon Listen again / Watch again The Unseen Journey Sunday 20th July What is it like to be single in the church today. How do does the Christianity support single people. Preachers: Liz Dunbar and Peter Shaw Listen again / Watch again Moving Forward Sunday 10th August What are our boundaries? How do we build a resilient and healing church family for the future. Preacher: Peter Shaw Listen again / Watch again

St Paul's Efford, join us for our Sunday service at 10am. Welcome to St paul's Church EFFORD ONE BIG FAMILY We're a community of Christians who seek to follow Jesus Christ in our daily lives. Church is so much more than the building we meet in each week. It's a vibrant community of people of all ages. We help each other to follow Jesus Christ as we live and work in Plymouth. MEET THE TEAM Looking Upward to our Lord in Prayer, Inward that his Word might shape our lives and Outward to fulfil our Great Commission our services Every week we meet on : sundays 10.00AM Main service Our main service aims to be lively and relevant to life, based upon teaching from the Bible. There is something for all the family with children's activities available. Be sure to stick around after the service for a refreshments and some great chat. 6.30pM evening service FIRST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH An informal but exciting meeting for Praise & Prayer. We sing together and we pray together for the needs of the world, the local community, and one another. our LOCATION 100 Efford Lane, Efford, Plymouth, PL3 6LT safe guarding statement If you have a concern about the safety of someone or the actions of someone working with children or vulnerable adults, please speak to someone. The Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted here . Our Safeguarding Policy Statement can be viewed here . If you are a young person and you feel unhappy about something happening to you, you can call Childline on 0800 11 11 our team includes: Rev Darryl Cree Vicar of St. Paul's Rev Bev Cree Parish Deacon Rev Peter Shaw Team Rector Rev Robin Brown Team Vicar Rev Simon Springett Permission to Officiate get in touch If you would like to get in touch, please contact the office by emailing info@stpaulsefford.co.uk or call us on 01752 260317 Submit Thanks for submitting! back to emmanuel Church Up

Learn more about our local community, from food ministry, seniors, events & child contact. Local Community Schools Assemblies Each week, one of our team take an assembly at Compton CofE Primary School which explores the school’s value for the term through interactive stories, questions, and reflection. Lunchtime Club Each Week, some of our team go in to create a loving and engaging environment where we do craft, discuss a story from the bible and show the love of Jesus! Senior Citizens care home ministry There are many residential care homes in the parish. Members of the congregation form teams to go and lead serves throughout the month and we host some extra services around Christmas. Click here if you would like more information about this ministry. Craft and chatter On Monday afternoons, meeting in the church Oval Room from 1.00pm for craft and chatter! Bring your hobby, whatever it is, sit round the table and chat. Click here for more information events We regularly host events throughout the year, from simple socials to community events. Check the Church App for more information about our upcoming events.

Get married at Emmanuel Church Plymouth WEDDINGS Your wedding day is one of life’s most meaningful moments and at Emmanuel Church Plymouth, we are honoured to help make it a sacred and joyful celebration. Nestled in the heart of the community, our beautiful church offers a welcoming and spiritual setting for your marriage vows. Whether you're already part of the Emmanuel family or simply seeking a Christian ceremony filled with love, faith, and tradition, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. Explore what it means to begin your life together in the presence of God, surrounded by those who matter most. CONTACT

Learn more about our wider missions. mission This mission link is not about what one church can give to the other but about walking together in faith, learning from one another, and growing together as part of Christ’s body worldwide. At Emmanuel Church, Plymouth, we are passionate about living out our faith not only in our own city but also through building meaningful partnerships with the worldwide church. As part of the Diocese of Exeter, we are connected with the Diocese of Thika in Kenya and the Diocese of Cyprus and the Gulf. These links remind us that God’s family is wonderfully diverse and spread across the globe. We are delighted to share that Emmanuel has formed a special relationship with St Monica’s Church, Mugumo-ini, in Thika, Kenya. St Monica’s is a lively, multilingual congregation whose worship reflects the beauty of God’s kingdom. Services are held in English, Kiswahili, and Kikuyu, enabling people of all generations and backgrounds to come together in praise. The church is especially blessed with a thriving children’s and youth ministry. So many young people attend that St Monica’s is currently completing the construction of a two-story building – providing much-needed Sunday school classrooms and meeting spaces for adults. This growth is a powerful sign of God’s work among them. In May this year, three members of our congregation travelled to Thika to visit St Monica’s. They were warmly welcomed by staff and parishioners and had the chance to witness first-hand the life and ministry of the church within its community. We hope this is just the beginning: plans are underway for members of St Monica’s to visit Emmanuel, and for our Youth Group to one day experience their own Kenyan adventure. Our partnership is grounded in mutual prayer and encouragement. Though separated by miles and shaped by different cultures, we stand together in Christ. We share in the universal human experiences of hope and despair, loneliness and community, joy and praise—and we are united in the saving love of Jesus and the promises of God’s Word. Connect St. Monica's are very active on Facebook and Youtube from live streams of services to regular updates. Connect with them through the link below: Facebook page YouTube Where in the world 6,391 miles apart

See our reccommended resources here at Emmanuel Plymouth. resources Follow us on Facebook & Youtube Click here for our Church Center APP. Recommended websites Bibleproject.com An amazing website with summaries of books, topics, difficult questions, and loads more. Real, biblical, reliable and communicated simply. Lectio 365 Another inspiring App to help you pray Biblically. Many people find this really helpful with their personal, devotional life. Support for Ukraine The Diocese of Exeter is working with Citizens UK to co-ordinate finding homes for Ukrainian refugees with ongoing community support. If you feel you can help in any way please click on the link for full details. https://exeter.anglican.org/pray-for-ukraine/ For more information locally, please contact Ann Bloss

Emmanuel Church, Plymouth. A light for the city. Join us for worship and community. WELCOME plan your visit A LIGHT FOR THE CITY Sharing the hope of Jesus across Plymouth through worship, community and compassionate action. learn more WHAT's On There's always something happening at Emmanuel. From community events and courses to gatherings and special celebrations, explore what's coming up and find a place to connect, grow, and belong. more info ALPHA Join us on Tuesdays starting the 15th September at 7pm for Alpha. A Place to Ask Questions, Be Skeptical, Explore more about Faith. There will be food, conversation and most importantly space to be honest about Life's hard and real questions. more info Coming Up: 27th - 31st July Summer Light Factory Five mornings packed with games, creativity, music, stories and new friendships. A brilliant week for children to have fun, build confidence and discover more about Jesus. Book on Now Next Alpha: Starts 12th September Alpha Curry Night Career. Success. Relationships. Money. Is that really all there is? Start the conversation over a free curry and discover what Alpha is all about. More Info & Book On

A sermon series exploring the What is the Holy Spirit, The Gifts of the Holy Spirit and Waiting on the Spirit gifts of the holy spirit Sermon series 26th April - 24th May 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. Who is the Holy Spirit Sunday 26th April 2026 [Description] Healing Sunday 10th May 2026 [Description] Waiting on the Holy Spirit Sunday 24th May 2026 [Description] Discernment - Testing the Spirit Sunday 3rd May 2026 [Description] Prophecy Sunday 17th May 2026 [Description]

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