Churches
It's really important that we are all involved in a local church, as the CU itself isn't a church! If you're not yet in a church we'd suggest going to a few that seem like churches you would want to get involved in, but make sure that you settle in a church quickly, and get involved in service and fellowship at your church. Check out the link to the right for a few tips on finding a church. This is also really helpful!
Once you are settled, you may want to find a mentor at your church. Go to the church mentors page for more information, and a list of contacts.
Southampton is blessed with many churches, and to present you with a list of 40+ churches would just be a bit mind blowing! To make it a bit easier for you we have set out the list of the churches which currently have the most student involvement*, and the other Southampton churches can be found on the Southampton Christian Network's website.
(*results from a 2011 survey taken in the CU)
Portswood Church
“Sharing faith, building community”
Portswood is a diverse and lively part of Southampton straddling the inner city and the suburb dominated by the university. With a building on the High Street our heart is to reach our community with the good news of Jesus and the Kingdom of God. Bible teaching, worship, prayer, shared life and small groups are at the heart of what we do because we want to live out our faith in Christ wherever we are - not just in Portswood. Our main Sunday service has an informal feel reflecting our commitment to families, singles, couples, students, and seniors. Join us for a service and stay for coffee, we'll be glad to see you and hope you will share our vision.
Contact address: Portswood Road
Portswood
Southampton
SO17 2FY
Tel: 023 8039 9658
Contact: Mrs Christine Joyce (Administrator)
Leaders: John Ayrton, Pastor; Louise Flooks, Pastoral Assistant (p/t); Angela Farmer, Family Worker (p/t); Eldership
Denomination: Independent Evangelical non-denominational
Affiliations & links: Evangelical Alliance, Various
Other congregations: Southampton Chinese Christian Fellowship
Av. congregation: 175 adults
50 under 18s
Main Bible: New International Version
Hymns & songs: Mixture of old & new
Under 18s: Crèche
Sunday morning Rock Solid groups (3-14)
Revolution (14–18)
18s-30s: Open House programme of activities (students & 18+)
Other activities & ministries: Small Groups (all members), Mission Action Group – supporting missionaries in UK & overseas, Toddler Group, CD recordings of services, English courses
Local outreach & community activities: Christianity Explored courses, Monthly Breakfast Club, The Centre – Thursdays, A day for the Community
Main meetings: Sunday:
10.30 am Including Communion twice a month
Thursday:
12 noon - 12.40pm
Midday Service
Venue: Portswood Church
Portswood Road
Portswood
Southampton
SO17 2FY
Travel & Parking: Park at Waitrose opposite church or Portswood shopping centre car park. Bus Stops outside church building on routes U1, U6 and First 3
Special needs: On site disabled parking, Toilets for the church, Ramp access, Wheelchair space, Hearing aid loop, Large print Bibles
Website: www.portswood.org
Phone: 023 8039 9658
Email: admin@portswood.org
If your church details are out of date please email the web team and we will be happy to update them!