Adapting for growth

Following the huge success of Adapting For Growth phase 1 we are now ready to embark on phase 2. So much was achieved in phase 1, which took place in early 2025. We now have a fantastic, welcoming, and functional café, which has added so much to our church family life. This has created greater space for hospitality and a more versatile space for various groups, events, and courses.

As we move forward we are tasked with making further adjustments to this building, which for 104 years has been at the centre of a varied and continually evolving ministry as new generations use the building in their context to the glory of God and for the furthering of the Gospel.

The Kitchen

The new proposals would bring the kitchen up to modern standards as well as replace equipment that is no longer fit for purpose. This would involve the replacement of flooring and all cabinets.

There would be new tiles on the walls and new modern safety tiles ceiling tiles would be fitted on the ceiling. The catering-grade stainless steel work surfaces we currently have are in good condition and we are able to use them in the new kitchen. The cookers will be replaced by two high-spec domestic ovens and two induction hobs. We are able to keep the dishwasher, fridge, and freezer for now, which are all in fair condition. Some new kitchen equipment and utensils will also be purchased including pots and pans.

The aim of all these changes, beyond the replacement of broken equipment, is to create a kitchen that is easy to use for the teams who use it, to improve our hospitality as a church, and to allow us to host even bigger and more regular events.

Give to this project

The estimated cost of this project £30,000. The PCC has committed £15,000 from church reserves, leaving a fundraising target of £15,000.

Would you consider giving to this project to see our building adapted for further growth of our church family? No donation too small.

Please use the reference ‘AFG2’ so we know to allocate your donation correctly.

You can give in the following ways:

BACS
Using your own banking app, the account number 67313141, sort code 08-92-99. We especially love receiving gifts in this way as there are no fees and we can use every penny of your donation. Use reference ‘AFG2’.

CHEQUE
You can send us a cheque made payable to ‘Parochial Church Council of Christ Church Southchurch’, or hand it in at a service or to the office staff during the week. Please ensure your cheque is clearly marked with the reference ‘AFG2’.

CASH
There is currently an opportunity to give as you leave the church following each Sunday service, or hand your cash donation to office staff during the week. Please ensure your gift is in an envelope marked ‘AFG2’.

Thank you so much for all you give to support the vision of Christ Church and please do join us in prayer for this project.

Gift aid

Gift aiding your donation makes a huge difference. In order to reach £15,000 it would mean only £12,000 would need to be gifted if it is gift aided. For more information about gift aid eligibility and to contact someone about giving, please visit the Giving Page.