Central Baptist Church

Baptist
Congregation: 250 adults (80 under 18)

We're a growing, vibrant and active church right in the heart of Chelmsford, with people of all different ages and around twenty nationalities, and we'd LOVE to meet you! Please do have a read of this page and then drop us an email or give us a call, even if it is just to say hello!

On Sundays, our main service is at 10am, with something for everyone, from children to adults. We run Alpha courses, home groups alongside social events and other groups too.

We're passionate that God is for everyone, regardless of colour, nationality or past history. We believe the Bible is God's words to us and so alongside worship and prayer we want to spend time together getting to know Jesus, our saviour, better. Please do come along and join us, so please do get in contact today, we'd love to hear from you.

Venue Location

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Central Baptist Church
Victoria Road South
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1LN

Contacts & Social Media

Central Baptist Church
Victoria Road South
Chelmsford
Essex
CM1 1LN
01245 264163

Travel & Parking:

Sunday: Fairfield Road car park, Street parking Weekdays: Local streets, Multi-storey car park

Accessibility:

Languages:
Mainly English
Facilities:
Accessible worship area, Dedicated wheelchair space, Hearing loop, Accessible toilet, Large print, Baby friendly, PA system

Worship & Services

Our 10am Sunday morning service is our main event of the week with a variety of worship styles and relevant, age appropriate teaching for Children through to teens and adults.

Morning Service
Sunday, 10:00
Our 10am Sunday morning service is our main event of the week with a variety of worship styles and relevant, age appropriate teaching for Children through to teens and adults.
Evening Service
Sunday, 18:30
Our 6:30pm evening meeting spends time discussing a variety of topics around the Bible, life and faith. It is a great place to get thinking and discussing your beliefs.
Hymns & Songs:
Contemporary songs alongside some hymns.
Main Bible:
New International Version

Affiliations

Evangelical Alliance, Chelmsford & District Evangelical Fellowship, Churches Together in Chelmsford, Eastern Baptist Association

Outreach, Activities & Ministries

Local Outreach & Community Activities
Personal budget coaching & money advice
A Fairtrade stall regularly runs
Our café is open 10-12 on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Feel free to come in for a coffee and teacake.
Alpha courses are run regularly. Contact us for further information and dates.
Other Activities & Ministries
Home groups, Alpha courses, football club, Baby & toddler group, Thursday Fellowship devotional meeting (older people), Badminton Club, Monday club (for people with mental health difficulties). Sunshine Club on Monday mornings mainly for the over 55s.

Youth & Young People

Under 18s
0-18
Midweek and Sunday toddler groups
Sunday Club Central for those in school years 1-6.
Youth Church - Sunday evening from 6:30pm for those in Secondary school or college, we also run Sunday morning activities for youth.
Boys & Girls Brigades for those aged 4-18 on Thursday nights.
18-30s
18-30
Young Adults Group - A vibrant community of young adults who meet weekly in person and over Zoom. Open to anyone who wants to enjoy some friendship, ask some big questions and spend some time exploring the Bible. We run regular socials and anyone can join.