Creating churches for community use

How can you open up your church more effectively to the local community or make the building better fit for mission?

What are the practicalities of embarking on a community-led project? Large scale projects such as these can take years to complete and we advise that the first port of call is to discuss your ideas with our team, we can advise you on: next steps, fundraising, working with architects, planning, faculties, budgeting and more to assist you with your project.  We can also point you to others who have already completed a similar project. 

Here are some other useful resources.

Church Building Review by Archdeacon David Jenkins | Webpage

Crossing the Threshold | Webpage 

Church building projects | Webpage 

Caring for your Church Building | Weblink 

Making your building accessible to all, diversity and inclusion | Weblink

Page last updated: Thursday 9th March 2023 4:40 PM

Stourhead Benefice | Mission to Children

9th February 2026

Stourhead Benefice used their Growth Fund grant to fund their “Mission to Children” project.

‘The Grumpy Owl' and the 'Joy of Christmas’ tours | Blyth Valley Churches

9th February 2026

Blyth Valley Churches used their Growth Fund to work alongside local schools to deliver two different workshops, “The Grumpy Owl” and “The Joy of Christmas” respectively.

St Michael’s Baby and Toddler Group | Martlesham with Brightwell

14th November 2025

Martlesham with Brightwell received a grant of £1500 to assist with the launch of their toddler group in January 2025, which immediately attracted large numbers.
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