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Every person a minister of the Gospel.
We are a Church of England parish church in the Diocese of Chelmsford — a biblically rooted, community-minded and Spirit-led church family of more than 20 nationalities, in the heart of Barking.
MISSION
Every person a minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We are all given the ministry of reconciliation — Christ's ambassadors.
2 Corinthians 5:18–20
VISION
A church where every believer is equipped, sent and serving — in homes, workplaces, schools and streets — until all people know Christ.
“You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood… that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”
1 Peter 2:9
VALUES
What shapes us
1
Every person called
No spectators. Every believer has a gift, a calling and a part to play. Christ gave gifts “to equip his people for works of service.”
Ephesians 4:11–12
2
Mission in everyday life
Ministry isn't confined to Sunday or to a stage. It happens wherever we are. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.”
Colossians 3:23
3
Generations together
Young and old serve side by side. No one is too young to start or too old to continue.
1 Timothy 4:12 · Psalm 71:18
4
Gospel at the centre
Christ crucified and risen is our message, our motive and our power.
1 Corinthians 15:3–4 · Romans 1:16
5
Prayer-powered
We depend on the Spirit, not on our own strength.
Acts 1:8 · Zechariah 4:6
What we believe
✓ God created each person in His own image, with an inherent worth — whoever they are and whatever they have done.
✓ The Bible is God's word, wisdom and revelation, and still relevant to us today.
✓ Through the power of the Holy Spirit we can see healing, miracles and lives transformed.
✓ Church is not about the building but the people — gathered to be equipped and sent out.
✓ We are called to love and welcome people of every background, race, nationality, culture, age, gender and sexuality.
“God is…” — from one of our groups
OUR TEAM
The people who serve here
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL & DEANERY SYNOD
Anne Dear
PCC
Florentine Kwizera
PCC
Dee Awani
PCC
James Ogungbose
Deanery Synod
John Deepak
PCC
Ade Ogungbose
Deanery Synod
Lorraine White
PCC
Fola Thomas
PCC