We’re a church in

Bournemouth &Southbourne

…with a vision to see lives transformed across BCP!

  • New here?

    There’s a place for you at Citygate! We recognise that we’re all at different stages of our journey. So we invite you to journey with us at your own pace. Here are some of the different ways that you can get connected with our church.

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  • Exploring faith?

    The Alpha Course is a series of weekly sessions where you can explore the Christian faith in an open-minded and welcoming environment. There’s no cost, and no pressure. Just lots of great conversation and space to think.

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Becoming key players in God’s Mission in 2024…

1000s of Kingdom Moments

Definition: “Kingdom Moment”

An opportunity to partner with the Holy Spirit to see the Kingdom of God impact someone’s life.

Events coming up

Our Events
Christmas Day
Dec 25
Christmas Day

Come and celebrate the birth of Jesus. Join us for carols, a short talk and a chance to grab some festive refreshments.

Drift: Become Anchored in Purpose
Jan 5
Drift: Become Anchored in Purpose

Become anchored in purpose and discover how to live with intention in a world that pulls you off course.

Leaders’ Summit Social
Jan 13
Leaders’ Summit Social

Join us for our Church Leaders Social, a relaxed evening designed for leaders across all ministries to connect, share, and build relationships.

Elevate Prayer
Jan 19
Elevate Prayer

We seek God's direction for our personal lives and our church. We trust that chains will be broken, and bold steps of faith will be inspired.

Bournemouth Welcome Lunch
Jan 26
Bournemouth Welcome Lunch

Recently started coming to Citygate Bournemouth? Enjoy lunch on us and get to know some of the team.

Rooted Course
Feb 2
Rooted Course

The Rooted Course is our membership course, it explains our vision and the values that shape who we are as a church.

Marriage Course
Feb 4
Marriage Course

A series of seven sessions, designed to help married couples invest in their relationship and build a strong marriage.

Men’s Breakfast
Feb 8
Men’s Breakfast

Our Men's Breakfasts create a space for men to connect and deepen friendships, as well as be encouraged in their faith.

Baptisms
Feb 16
Baptisms

Join us as we celebrate with those taking the next step in their faith.

Cultivate Worship
Feb 16
Cultivate Worship

We join together for a time of extended worship and prayer. The evening is all about encountering God's presence.

Baptism Course
Feb 27
Baptism Course

Come along and find out what what the Bible teaches us about baptism and ask any questions you might have.

Women’s Breakfast
Mar 8
Women’s Breakfast

We'll enjoy a delicious fry-up breakfast, followed by a rich time of prayer, worship, and ministry. Come and be refreshed!

Elevate Prayer
Mar 16
Elevate Prayer

In these times together, we seek God's direction for our personal lives and our church. We trust that chains will be broken, and bold steps of faith will be inspired.

Southbourne Welcome Lunch
Mar 23
Southbourne Welcome Lunch

Recently started coming to Citygate Southbourne? Enjoy lunch on us and get to know some of the team.

Bournemouth Welcome Lunch
Mar 23
Bournemouth Welcome Lunch

Recently started coming to Citygate Bournemouth? Enjoy lunch on us and get to know some of the team.

Cultivate Worship
Apr 17
Cultivate Worship

We join together for a time of extended worship and prayer. The evening is all about encountering God's presence.

All Nations Sunday

Join us for an unforgettable morning of culture, food, music and dance!

We’re a multi-site church

We are one church, with one vision, one leadership and one set of beliefs, but we hold our Sunday meetings in more than one location - Bournemouth and Southbourne - to see as many lives transformed as possible. We also broadcast our meetings LIVE on our YouTube channel.

  • Citygate Bournemouth

    Citygate Centre, 138a Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH8 8AS

    We meet at 9am & 11am each week.

    We're located opposite the petrol station very close to Bournemouth train, coach and bus station. Three hours free parking is available at the ASDA store across the road.

  • Citygate Southbourne

    Citygate Southbourne, Admiralty Road, Southbourne, BH6 4BJ

    We meet at 10.30am each week.

    There is a small amount of parking onsite, but plenty of on road parking nearby.

Drop us a message!

Are you’re interested in finding out a bit more about Citygate Church, or have some questions about the Christian faith? Drop us a message using this form and we’ll get in touch.

Listen back to our talks

Every Sunday we upload the talk from our morning church meeting so you can listen back or share them with your friends and family. You can also also find us on Apple Podcasts.

Our Talks
Awkward Family Christmas | An Awkward Family Christmas
Russ White
Awkward Family Christmas | An Awkward Family Christmas
Russ White

Together, Joseph and Mary show remarkable faith and courage in the face of public ridicule.

Russ White
Awkward Family Christmas | Awkward News
Tim Francis
Awkward Family Christmas | Awkward News
Tim Francis

God appears to a ‘nobody’ in a nowhere kind of place to announce the coming of the long-awaited Messiah.

Tim Francis
Awkward Family Christmas | The Awkward Family Tree
Lanre Yusuf
Awkward Family Christmas | The Awkward Family Tree
Lanre Yusuf

God’s grace and forgiveness is so great that He uses imperfect men and women to fulfil his purposes.

Lanre Yusuf
Of Greater Worth Than Gold!
Russ White
Of Greater Worth Than Gold!
Russ White

The Bible shows people as lost, yet precious in God’s eyes—treasured so deeply that He gave His life to restore us completely.

Russ White
Why Should I Care…? | Gender and Sexuality
Sean Theunissen
Why Should I Care…? | Gender and Sexuality
Sean Theunissen

This Sunday, we look at biblical responses to singleness, marriage, sexuality, and gender issues, seeing that God has a better story for us to enter into.

Sean Theunissen
Why Should I Care…? | Artificial Intelligence
Tim Francis
Why Should I Care…? | Artificial Intelligence
Tim Francis

AI is a rapidly advancing field that enables machines to replicate human intelligence and is becoming increasingly woven into our daily lives, raising questions about its ethical use and control.

Tim Francis
Why Should I Care…? | Poverty and Inequality
Priscilla Roxburgh
Why Should I Care…? | Poverty and Inequality
Priscilla Roxburgh

People are wealthier today than a century ago, but wealth is still unevenly distributed. The Bible doesn’t demand financial equality but urges care for the poor.

Priscilla Roxburgh
We’ve a Story to tell the Nations
Adam Watson
We’ve a Story to tell the Nations
Adam Watson

Revelation 12:11 tells that we overcome the enemy by the blood of the lamb and the word of our testimony. But do we live like it? How do we live like that?

Adam Watson
Why Should I Care…? | Politics
Tim Francis
Why Should I Care…? | Politics
Tim Francis

Whether at a local, regional or national level, politics affects us all and deserves our attention as a way to work for the common good in our community.

Tim Francis
Why Should I Care…? | War and Peace
Tim Francis
Why Should I Care…? | War and Peace
Tim Francis

Jesus called his followers to be peacemakers, loving their neighbours and enemies, while recognising that true peace will only come with his return.

Tim Francis

  • Our vision

    Our vision is to see lives transformed, every day, across the bay. We are transformed by God, to bring his kingdom transformation to the lives around us.

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  • Our ministries

    One of the best ways of showing God's love for us is to reflect that love with those around us. We do this through our church ministries.

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  • Stories of lives transformed

    God is changing lives in amazing ways, and He’s also calling us to partner with Him as He does so!

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