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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 TBC / Watch TBC

SAFEGUARDING 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 Parish Safeguarding Representative is Mrs. Carol Springett The Diocesan Safeguarding Team can be contacted here . If you are a young person and you feel unhappy about something happening to you, you can call Childline on 0800 11 11 Report a safeguarding concern Safeguarding Handbook Emmanuel Plymouth Parish Safeguarding Policy Statement Statement of Safeguarding Principles The Emmanuel, Plymouth Parochial Church Council fully recognises and accepts the House of Bishops' Safeguarding Policy Statement "Promoting a Safer Church 2017", and commits to complying with the current Church of England and Diocesan safeguarding policies and practice guidance. In so doing we will comply with the secular multi-agency safeguarding procedures relating to children and young people and adults experiencing or at risk of harm, abuse or neglect. We are committed to: Promoting a safer environment and culture within our Parish and in our Parish activities by adhering to safe working practices and acknowledge the principle that safeguarding is everyone's business. In addition we will ensure that any individual organisation renting/using our premises for activities involving children, young people or vulnerable adults is aware of this, our Safeguarding Policy, and aware of their own individual responsibilities to have appropriate safeguarding policies and processes in place, including safer recruitment. Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibilities related to children, young people and vulnerable adults within the Church in accordance with the House of Bishops' Safer Recruitment: Practice Guidance 2016. We will ensure those appointed are aware of the Diocesan and Parish Safeguarding Policies and are aware of their roles and responsibilities. We will support them by ensuring they receive Diocesan safeguarding training commensurate with their role and that they are fully aware of and have access to the practice guidance. Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation in accordance with the statutory child and adult safeguarding procedures and the House of Bishops' safeguarding practice guidance. We will ensure that any complaint made regarding a vulnerable person, who may have been harmed or is in significant danger, will be reported immediately and we will fully cooperate with statutory agencies during any investigation into allegations concerning a member of the church community or any other person. Caring pastorally for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons. We will seek to offer informed pastoral care and support to anyone who has suffered abuse, developing with them an appropriate ministry that recognises the importance of understanding the needs of those who have been abused, including their feelings of alienation and/or isolation and provide them with details of local and national support agencies. Caring pastorally for those who are the subject of concerns or allegations of abuse and other affected persons. We will work with others to ensure the appropriate support for them and those affected. Where that person is considered to pose a risk to others, we will work with the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor to mitigate any identified risk. Responding to those that may pose a present risk to others. We will endeavour to offer pastoral care and support whilst ensuring any risk has been assessed and is being managed in accordance with House of Bishops' policy and guidance and in collaboration with the statutory agencies and the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. Safeguarding representative We will ensure that there is an identified person to be the Parish Safeguarding Representative who will be suitably recruited and trained, and is aware of their role and responsibilities, and who will be the point of contact for any concerns. We have appointed Mrs Carol Springett as our Parish Safeguarding Representative. Guidance Copies of Diocesan and parish guidelines and procedures are held by Mrs Carol Springett. Review This policy will be formally reviewed annually and a copy shared with the Archdeacon at the time of the Visitation. Date of Adoption The PCC of this Church agreed and adopted the above Policy at its meeting on 15 May 2025. The PCC shall review this policy annually. The next review will take place at the first PCC meeting following the APCM to be held May 2026.

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, Part time, SSM Rev Bev Cree Parish Deacon, Part time, SSM Rev Peter Shaw Team Rector Rev Tony Williams Parish Assosiate Rev Robin Brown Team Vicar, Part time, SSM 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

Emmanuel Church, Plymouth. A light for the city. Join us for worship and community. WELCOME 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. Our vision BE STILL This August, you are invited into a season of intentional stillness, reflection, and spiritual renewal through our summer teaching series, Be Still. series HUMBLE 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. series Be Still – A Summer Series This August, Emmanuel Church in Plymouth invites you into a season of intentional stillness, reflection, and spiritual renewal through... Peter Shaw Jul 21 2 min read A nudge into something interesting I was nudged in my side by my wife in a church pew at a Sunday service, “you should do that”. She was encouraging me to attend Alpha... Oli Horne Jul 18 4 min read The importance of being trauma informed In a world where trauma touches almost every corner of our lives, having spaces dedicated to healing, learning, and connection is... Peter Shaw Jul 15 3 min read Read more SIGN UP Scan to download our Church Centre App to get the most out of Emmanuel

VOLUNTEER Looking for a way to grow in your faith, connect with others and make a real impact? Volunteering with our church is your opportunity to do all that and more. Whether it’s greeting guests, mentoring youth, leading worship, or helping behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here. Use your gifts to serve a greater purpose and be part of something bigger than yourself. Together, we’re building a stronger community, one act of service at a time. Opportunities Music Our sung worship is led by a team of instrumentalists and singers, lifting our hearts to the Lord in adoration, thanksgiving and prayer, in contemporary and traditional styles. Bell Ringing We have a ring of eight bells and some very keen campanologists (bellringers!) who ring for our services and practice on Thursday evenings. All ages welcome. Hospitality Eating together is a great way of growing into the church family. If you would like to be involved in any aspect of catering, you will always find a welcome from the team. Flowers We have flowers beautifully prepared for us. Join the team to help prepare and arrange flowers to enliven our church. Digital team I.T is used prolifically to undergird our ministries. In church for data projection of liturgy, hymns, videos, etc., also vision mixing for online services and, of course the sound desk. Maintenance Team Help to look after the church by putting your skills to ensure our building is looked after. Register an interest To express an interest in volunteering with the church please complete this form and a member of the team will get in touch with you. Alternatively email: office@emmanuelplymouth.co.uk First Name Last Name Email Message Please let us know where you'd like to volunteer * Required Music Team Hospitality Team Digital Team Bell Ringing Maintenance Team Flower arranging Send Thanks for submitting an enquiry, a member of the team will be in touch with you shortly

This compassionate program offers a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where non-residential parents, those separated from their children due to court rulings, can spend meaningful, supervised time with their children. CHILD CONTACT CENTRE Child Contact is a vital weekly initiative run by Emmanuel Church, in partnership with dedicated members of the local community. This compassionate program offers a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where non-residential parents—those separated from their children due to court rulings—can spend meaningful, supervised time with their children. The sessions are carefully structured and overseen by trained volunteers, ensuring the well-being and emotional security of both the children and the parents. These supervised visits not only maintain vital family bonds but also help build trust, stability, and positive communication in challenging circumstances. What makes Child Contact at Emmanuel especially unique is that it is currently the only free supervised contact centre in Plymouth, making it an essential lifeline for families who might otherwise be unable to afford such services. By providing this service at no cost, Emmanuel Church and its volunteers are meeting a deeply human need, offering dignity, hope, and the chance for healing where it’s needed most. Working with The National Association of Child Contact Centres (NACCC) Submit an enquiry about the centre Name Email Enquiry Submit

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 Pathfinders 11 to 13yrs Pathfinders 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. Pathfinders 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 11 to 17 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.

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

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 support. 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

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. wider mission We support our brothers and sisters in the field of mission work, whether at home or abroad. We feel it is our privilege to support those who dedicate their lives to bringing the Word of God alive to new people in our global family. As well as generating our own mission in the locality of Plymouth, we engage with other individuals and organisations. We inform the congregation of their activity through having a 'Mission of the Month' to focus on. We pray for them in Home Groups, Sunday Services, at the monthly prayer meeting and in the monthly prayer sheet. And we give money to support them. Here are just a few of the missions we currently support: Bible Society Church Army (Edge Community Project) Christi an Aid Cross Rhythms Mission Avi ation Fellowship Open Doors Soup Run Sahodar UK St Paul's Community Food Larder Shalom Univers ity, DRC Shekinah Mission Street Pastors, Plymouth Tearfund Wycliff e Bible Translators

ALPHA Alpha is a series of group conversations that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment. Everyone’s welcome. No matter your background or beliefs, you’re invited. Each session includes: A delicious free meal A short video on life & faith Open, judgment-free discussion No pressure. No preaching. Just conversation. Bring a friend — or come meet new ones. All are welcome! You’ll be hosted in a small group and watch an episode on a different question of faith – then you have a chance to share your thoughts and hear what others think. You can say anything you like, or nothing at all. Everyone’s welcome. You’re invited, no matter your background or beliefs. It’s free and there’s no pressure to come back. Next course: The next Alpha Course will start on Tuesday 16th September at 7pm at Emmanuel Church. Register your place: Sign up