Trace the steps of Jesus in the last hours of his human life as he headed to the Cross. Hear the words of this dramatic and world- changing story brought to life as we walk through Downend carrying a cross, and stop at various points along the route to hear the Easter readings. With the […]

Come and experience the wonder and mystery of Holy Week with us. Thursday 29th March 9.30am Holy Communion & Cafe style Open Church Holy Communion starts at 9.30am  Recalling the significance of the last meal Jesus shared with his friends. Open Church Cafe with cakes from 10.30-11.30am  Christ Church Parish hall.  All welcome, more information from […]

Adult Baptisms at Spirit Space.  Come and heat the life stories which led to this point of baptism.  Are you ready to be inspired, refreshed and challenged?  This evening service starts at 6.30 pm in Christ Church Juniors.  Refreshments at the end of the service.  All welcome.   Please note the venue change, usually our […]

Ever wondered how the different parts of the Bible fit together? Struggled to understand how to interpret and use the Old Testament? Wished you were more Bible confident? Then the 8 week Day Time Bible Course is for you! Using excellent material from the Bible Society, Peter Misselbrook will host the course which is based […]

There will be a Hunger Lunch  and a talk from Peter Misselbrook, “Why am I passionate about the Bible?” Tickets for this event are £4.50 and are available in advance from the Parish Office 0117 9089867 The Mothers’ Union is for men as well (yes that’s right men do belong to the Mothers’ Union) and […]

Downend Soup is a community crowdfunding event powered by Christ Church Downend. It is being held at Christ Church Parish Hall at 7.30pm. Come and hear 3 local community groups pitch for funding, hear what they do and why they are passionate about it.  Enjoy homemade soup & delicious bread followed by cakes and coffee, […]

Monty says the doors will still be open if you want to come to Jigsaw despite the snow, so come along if it’s safe for you to get here. Older siblings welcome if school is closed. You might need to bring them something more suitable to play with. Any queries ring Anita 07753233950

Breakfast service with Holy Communion at the Church Centre, Quakers’ Road at 9.15 am. We start with a Communion Service, pause for breakfast together and then complete the Communion Service.  This is a traditional service with plenty of time for fellowship; we invite out Youth Group to come and join in too. All welcome. For […]

We are having a Family Pancake Brunch on Saturday 17 February at 9-11am at The Church Centre, Quakers Rd. BS16 6NH. An hour of crafts, fun pancake challenges and lent reflections followed by an hour to relax and share brunch together as a family. Open to all. This is a free event, but if you […]