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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

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 Children aged between 0-10 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 Here Light Factory Primary school children Thursday (once a month) First Thursday of the month during term time Doors open 3:30, 4:00 - 5:00 activities At Emmanuel Church Hall Each month, children will explore a fun theme that connects with their everyday world—while discovering where Jesus is at work all around them. This interactive program is a wonderful introduction to just how much Jesus loves us! Snacks to keep energy up Big group games Creative craft activities The occasional bouncy castle ☕ Meanwhile, parents can relax in our free café—a welcoming space to put your feet up with a hot drink while we entertain your children. Open to all families, whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or carer. £2 per session Sunday Services 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 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 FREE per session Torch Bearers 6-10 years old SUNDAY 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 FREE per session Older Children We offer a range of activities for children over 10 years old more info

Emmanuel Church, Plymouth. A light for the city. Join us for worship and community. 👋 HELLO new here? Services What's on A light for the City We are committed to being a visible and transformative presence in Plymouth, shining the hope of Christ into our community. Through worship, transformed lives, and compassionate outreach, we share His love and bring renewal to our city. vision from the well to the waters the god who sees Each week explores how God’s story unfolds from creation to covenant, revealing His desire to dwell with His people and preparing our hearts to see His promises fulfilled in Christ. sermon series alpha Join us as we unpack the Christian faith together — asking the big questions about life, meaning, and God in a relaxed, welcoming space. Alpha is all about honest conversation, good food, and real community, whether you’re curious, sceptical, or just exploring. Come for the food, stay for the conversation. more info The Bereavement Journey Grief changes us. Whether a loss is recent or many years ago, the death of someone important can leave questions, pain and emotions that feel hard to name, let alone share. After Easter, Emmanuel will be running The Bereavement Journey, a nationally recognised programme that offers a gentle, thoughtful space to explore loss, grief and the impact bereavement has on our lives. Through a series of short films, honest stories and guided group conversations, participants are suppo Kathryn McGuinness 6 hours ago 2 min read Welcome to 2026 eco tips! A Rocha, the charity who run eco church, have a calendar of monthly eco activities to help us appreciate the beauty and diversity of creation, think about how we can reduce our impact, and how we can improve our local environment For January, you are invited to take part in the RSPB Big Garden Bird Watch. The RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch (Friday 23-Sunday 25 January) is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey! Last year, nearly 600,000 people took part and over nine millio Sarah Prance 6 days ago 1 min read Investing in the Future: A Season of Growth at Emmanuel It is an incredibly exciting time to be part of Emmanuel. We are seeing God move in wonderful ways, with our worshipping community growing to over 200 people and our home groups now supporting 120 members. However, being "a light to the city" in 2025 brings with it a new set of healthy pressures. As we grow, we have reached a strategic "inflection point" where our current resources are stretched to their limit. The Reality of Our Growth For nearly three years, we have been o Peter Shaw 6 days ago 3 min read more posts SIGN UP Scan to download our Church Centre App to get the most out of Emmanuel

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Building real friendships, exploring faith, and having loads of fun along the way. Aimed at ages 11 to 17, we meet regularly for games, food, discussion, and time to dig into what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life. YOUTH Aged between 11 -17 Our youth activities are all about building real friendships, exploring faith, and having loads of fun along the way. Aimed at ages 11 to 17, we meet regularly for games, food, discussion, and time to dig into what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life. Whether you're already part of church or just curious, you’re always welcome. We create a space where everyone is valued, listened to, and encouraged and our committed team is here to support young people through every high and low. Sundays 10:30am Flames 11 to 13yrs Flames is our group for young people aged 11 to 13. We start off together in the main 10:30am service, joining the whole church family for worship. After a short time at the front to share what we’ll be up to and receive a prayer, we head over to our own group in the church hall. There, we dive into Bible-based discussions, fun activities, and time to grow in faith together. Flame re-join the main service either at the communion rail or during the final hymn if it’s a morning prayer service. Sundays 6pm Bereans 14 to 17yrs Named after the truth-seeking believers in Acts 17, Bereans is our youth group for ages 14 to 17. We begin the evening service together in church, joining in worship before heading to the youth room for our own time of teaching, discussion, and prayer. Bereans is a space where young people can explore big questions about life and faith, dig deeper into the Bible, and encourage each other in following Jesus. Whether you're confident in your faith or just curious, everyone is welcome. Thursdays 5:30 - 7:30pm Connected Youth 11 to 17yrs Our weekly youth group is open to anyone aged 11 to 17 and meets during term time in the church hall. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space where friendships grow and faith can be explored at your own pace. Each week we share a meal together, because good food and good conversation go hand in hand! There's time for fun and games, as well as space to chat, ask questions, and dive into meaningful discussions about life, faith, and what it means to follow Jesus today. Whether you're part of the church or just looking for a place to belong, you’re always welcome.

NICE to meet you We know it can be daunting starting something new, but we are here to make sure you feel welcomed into your church community Hi, welcome to Emmanuel Church Plymouth We’re so glad you’re checking us out, and we’d love to get to know you and help you feel at home here. A great first step is signing up on our church portal – it’s the best way to stay in the loop with everything going on at Emmanuel. You can sign up for events, update your contact details and receive our weekly emails that keep you up-to-date with all that’s happening. We also run newcomers events, which are a great opportunity to meet some of the team and others who are new to Emmanuel. You can also join a Connect Group or one of our serving teams – both brilliant ways to build friendships and get involved in church life. If you’ve got any questions, feel free to drop us an email – we’d love to hear from you and help you get connected. SIGN UP FIRST STEPS Some simple steps to help you start your journey with us Sign up Visit Connect Attend Register on our portal Come to a service Lets get social Join an event Welcome Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. Romans 15:7

PRAY Prayer is woven into the heart of everything we are and do, whether in our Sunday gatherings, community initiatives or plans for the future. At Emmanuel Church, we’re committed to seeking God’s guidance and wisdom in all things. Sunday Prayer Ministry At each of our Sunday services, we offer a dedicated prayer ministry. Our trained prayer team is happy to pray with or for you, whatever you feel led to bring to God. After the service, you’re invited to speak with someone from the team if you'd like prayer ministry. PRAYER REQUEST We believe in the work of the Holy Spirit, who intercedes on our behalf in bringing prayer to God. We would be happy to pray for you or for someone else on your behalf. Request Prayer Just Getting Started? If prayer feels unfamiliar or intimidating, you’re not alone. We’d love to help. Chat with us after a service, or check out some of the resources below to help you. Learn to pray Church of England 7 day prayer guide Try Praying Start to Pray 247 Prayer APPS Helpful apps to support praying Lectio 365 Prayer Mate Bible

GIVING Giving to the church is more than just financial support, it's a spiritual act of worship, trust, and gratitude. When you give, you're helping to fuel the mission of the church: sharing the Gospel, supporting ministries, reaching the community, and caring for those in need. Your generosity sustains vital programs like youth ministry, local outreach, global missions, and weekly worship gatherings. It also helps maintain the church as a welcoming space where people can connect, grow in faith, and find hope. More than that, giving is a step of faith. It’s a way of putting God first, acknowledging that everything we have comes from Him, and choosing to be part of something bigger than ourselves. As Scripture says, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21). Every gift—no matter the size—makes an eternal impact and builds the future of the church. Together, through faithful giving, we can make a difference that lasts far beyond today. If you would like to give financially to support the ministry of Emmanuel Church and linked Ministries, various options are available - standing order, online giving, debit card donation in church, cash in the church gifts box. If you pay income tax, we encourage you to use Gift Aid to enable us to claim back your tax from HMRC and increase your giving by 25%. Standing Order One of the easiest ways to give is by setting up a regular monthly gift by standing order through your bank. This is also one of the simplest ways for us to track the giving we receive. Bank Account Details: Account Name: Emmanuel Church Account Number: 00092249 Sort Code: 40-52-40 Give through Stewardship. Helping Christians be the best stewards of the resources God gives them. Give

Considered a foundation for faith, this series reveals God’s design for creation, humanity’s purpose, and His unfolding plan to restore relationship and blessing through His presence. IN the beginning Sermon series November 2nd - December 21st, 2025 This 7-week sermon series journeys through the opening chapters of Genesis, tracing God’s design, humanity’s calling, and His unfolding plan of redemption. From creation and fall to covenant and promise, we discover how God’s purposes have always been to dwell with His people and bring blessing to the world. As Advent approaches, the series points us toward the fulfilment of these promises in Christ, the One through whom new creation begins. In the Beginning: Gods Temple Sunday 2nd November Creation is more than a beginning — it’s God establishing His dwelling among us. The world is His temple, filled with His presence and goodness. The Broken Image Sunday 16th November Sin distorts God’s design and fractures our relationship with Him and one another. Yet even in our failure, God’s mercy begins to break through. A World Washed, A Promise Kept Sunday 30th November The flood brings both judgment and renewal. God’s covenant with Noah reminds us of His faithfulness a promise of grace that endures Blessing begins with a Call Sunday 21st December God’s call to Abram begins a new story of blessing for all nations. Through one man’s faith, we glimpse the unfolding plan that leads to Jesus. Dust and Breath: Human Calling Sunday 9th November Formed from dust yet filled with God’s breath, we are made to bear His image. Our calling is to steward creation and reflect His glory in all we do. Where is Your Brother? Sunday 23rd November Cain and Abel’s story reveals how sin spreads through envy and violence. God calls us back to responsibility, compassion, and reconciliation. Scattered to be Gathered Sunday 7th December At Babel, humanity’s pride leads to scattering. Yet God’s heart is to gather His people again, uniting them under His name and purpose.

WE ARE HIRING youth & young adults lead Do you have a heart for youth and young adults meeting Jesus? We’re hiring a Youth & Young Adults Lead to build partnerships, lead and disciple, and help grow our ministry amongst our young people and young adults here in Plymouth. Hours: 40 Hours A Week (Full-time) Salary: £27k - £31k FTE Email for an informal conversation: peter.shaw@emmanuelplymouth.co.uk recruitment@emmanuelplymouth.co.uk Applications are considered on a rolling basis and will be considered as they come in. Role Description Application Form Parish Profile

BEREAVEMENT JOURNEY The Bereavement Journey is for anyone who has been bereaved at any time and in any way The Bereavement Journey is an award-winning* series of films and discussion groups that gently guide people bereaved at any time through the most common aspects of grief and bereavement, enabling them to process the implications for themselves and discern next steps. The programme uniquely offers a final session on faith questions in bereavement, provided from a Christian perspective. This follows the main sessions and is optional, making The Bereavement Journey suitable for people of any faith or none. Find out more Sign up

JOIN IN CONNECTING YOU WITH EACH OTHER AND JESUS We provide lots of ways for you to connect with your church and your faith Home Groups These are our church in miniature! Each week in school term time, 90 people meet in small groups of between 7-12 to read the Bible together, pray and enjoy each other's company. They are great places to get to know people well, grow in faith and look out for each other Find a group Men's Breakfasts Every couple of months, men of the church are invited to meet over a cooked breakfast to hear Christian testimony. It's a great time to invite enquiring friends too. Next one D.I.M.E.S Once a month, women of the church similarly meet to hear and share testimony Next one Church Weekend Away Every year in winter/early spring, we aim to take over a hotel somewhere for a weekend away for the church. Over a hundred people gather to unwind amidst the church family, hear a visiting speaker and relax! Next one