Why St. Bede’s
Why would you come to St. Bede’s? Here are 10 key indicators of our church’s vitality you can expect.
Vision
St. Bede’s has a clear sense of purpose. We gather in faith, serve in love, and proclaim the abundant life with hope through Jesus Christ.
Collective Confidence
We’re a positive group of people which encourages action and innovation. This comes from having a strong sense of belonging and collective endeavour, and good organisation.
Community
We’re a community that offers loving and caring relationships. We’re welcoming and include everyone.
Outward Focus
Our outreach activities are need-oriented focused and always based on Jesus’s enduring call to serve. They are practical, unassuming, and generous.
Leadership
St. Bede’s empowering leadership aims to mobilise by affirming the unique gifts of each.
Worship
Our Anglican worship exalts Christ through the Bible, sacrament, prayer, praise and music.
Spirituality
God’s empowering presence inspires our worship and community service, and is nurtured through prayer and engagement.
Discipleship
Transforming discipleship that changes lives through service, generosity and hospitality is a hallmark of St. Bede’s.
Prayer
Prayer is constant – ‘Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you’
(1 Thessalonians 5: 16-17, NRSV) – and is reinforced by spiritual disciplines, regularity of worship, Christian formation and study.
Giving
Our community gives greatly – its time, gifts, resources, and care.