Exploring Baptism Meeting on Zoom - Thursday 2 May 7.30pm. Find out more about baptism and getting baptised at PBC. Read more about baptism here. If you're interested in getting baptised and/or joining this meeting, please contact Tim Allen |
If you're interested in providing discipleship training, you are invited to attend this workshop - Wednesday 1 May 7.30pm |
The Alpha course creates a space for a conversation about faith, life and God. We believe that everyone should have the chance to explore the Christian faith, ask questions and share their point of view - wherever they are in the world. Find out more about Alpha HERE. Tuesdays 7.30pm 6 weeks: 26 March - 30 April |
A series of short courses aimed at unlocking your potential that provide knowledge and practical tips towards having a ‘Positive Life’. Courses cover well-being, personal development, some topics on health, as well as some interpersonal and work skills. Current and upcoming courses are below and you can find further information on courses scheduled in 2024/2025 here. All courses are FREE of charge.
NEXT COURSE Starting 1 May - How to be a highly effective relationship builder with all types of people: Wednesdays 10 am-12 pm, 4 weeks: 2024 May: 1, 8, 22, June 5. Come along to find out more, email the Church Office if interested |
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SEQUIOA DEEP ROOTED Bible Studies for women & girls
Sessions are in the Auditorium. £10 contribution towards cost of the course book. Childcare available at all courses, ask at booking.
[1] DANIEL COURSE
Develop integrity in our modern-day culture and explore prophecies from the time of Daniel to the second coming of Christ with Daniel.
Daniel: Lives of Integrity - Part 1 Fridays 19 April - 24 May 12-2pm (6 weeks)
Daniel: Words of Prophecy - Part 2 Fridays 7 June - 12 July 12-2pm (6 weeks)
[2] ESTHER COURSE
Study how Esther lived as an outsider in a hostile environment. Strong lessons of faith, providence and hope, are designed to equip women to live courageously "for such a time as this”.
Esther: It’s Tough Being A Woman Tuesdays 16 April - 25 June 7-9pm (10 weeks)
Tues 16 April = taster session = free, no obligation
Not during Half Term break |
The following courses are run regularly but not timetabled at the moment. Contact us to express interest.
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The Prophecy Course, Phase 2. A four-part course with worship, teaching, activation, practical application, guests, Q & A and more.
Every 3rd Thursday 7.30-9pm: 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 21 March, 18 April 2024 in the Auditorium.
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This is a day to be still, to refresh your relationship with the Lord, and to know that He is God. Bring a Bible and notebook, there will be time for all to read and listen to what God may have to bring to each of us. Quiet Days are scheduled regularly throughout the year and are led by Bill McIlroy with help from Breathing Space Life Group members. Coffee and light lunch are provided, and cash donations on the day are appreciated.
Theme: Romans 8 is a high point in Paul's understanding of God's loving purpose for us and our world. Please book a space with the Church Office or a Breathing Space leader. |
The Romans Course. A Bible Study course based on the letters to the Romans starts on Thursday 5 October, Thursdays 8.30pm fortnightly on Zoom. Contact the Church Office for the link to join.
Upcoming dates: 4 Jan, 18 Jan, 1 Feb, 15 Feb, 29 Feb 2024 |
CAP Job Club provides support and practical tools needed in finding work. The 9-session Steps to Employment course is designed to walk through each step of the job-hunting process. Visit the course page here for more information. New course: Mondays 10am - 1pm, 5 February - 25 March 2024. |
Money Coaching is a free service designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to better manage your finances.
Being able to manage your finances gives you confidence and takes worry out of your life. However much money you have coming in, your finances need managing and if you don’t have enough to live on, this course will challenge you to turn things around.
We are pleased to be running this award-winning course: Tuesdays 7pm: 23 & 30 January, 6 February 2024 at Purley Baptist Church, Cube Training Room
You can register for the course by going to the CAP Money Coaching website or via Ian Rubie rubes@btinternet.com
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New Life Group Leaders Training
Training and information for what's involved in leading a Life Group at PBC. Contact Tim Allen for further details. Last Held: November 2023. |
The DNA Course is for people new to PBC, thinking about joining the membership or who just want to find out a bit more about what PBC stands for. The session provide information on PBC’s vision, values, and how to get involved. Our hope is that once you’ve completed the course, you will be able to make an informed decision as to whether PBC becomes your church family. Course are held regularly every few months, on Sunday mornings. Last course: Sept 2023 |
We regularly run Parenting for Faith courses which help parents discover that they are perfectly positioned to show their children the reality of a life with God and to empower them to have their own vibrant two-way relationship with Him. The last course was May-July 2023 |
Hope Explored explores the powerful emotion of hope over 3 sessions. These days, hope often feels hard to come by. Where can we find hope that won't disappoint us? By looking at the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The course was held in 2022, next date to be announced, please contact us if interested |
This group exists to help develop the necessary practical skills and tools involved in the important ministry of preaching. We seek to motivate each other as preachers through listening to the delivery of sermons, providing feedback, and learning about a Theology of Preaching. Listen to our latest event on catch-up here: Preaching like Peterson event - 2 June 2023 - 7.30pm |