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Welcome to Citygate! We recognise that we’re all at different stages of our journey, and the next step looks different for everyone. So we invite you to journey with us at your own pace and at a level that is comfortable for you. Below are some of the different ways that you can get connected with our church.

Two women smiling and chatting over coffee at Citygate Southbourne Church, creating a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.
Man at Citygate Bournemouth Church, enthusiastically waving hello with a big smile, embodying the warm welcome extended to newcomers.
  • Two members of the Citygate Welcome Team standing in front of the church building, dressed in branded attire, beaming as they greet attendees.

    Sundays

    We make our Sunday meetings as friendly and accessible as possible, and if you need help with anything at all you can ask one of our Welcome Team!

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  • A close-up of Citygate Church Connect Cards and branded pens neatly displayed on a wooden table, ready for visitors to fill out.

    Connect Card

    If it’s your first time attending a Sunday you’ll receive a Welcome Bag which contains a Connect Card for you to fill in to help us get to know you. Hand this card in at the Connect Box at the back of our halls or give it to one of our Welcome Team.

    Fill in a Connect Card
  • A diverse group of people sitting around a large table enjoying a meal and laughing together during a Citygate Church Welcome Lunch.

    Welcome Lunch

    Our Welcome Lunches happen regularly after our Sunday morning meetings and are a great opportunity to get connected and meet some of our leaders and members! Lunch is provided free of charge and children are welcome.

    Find our next Lunch
  • A young woman sitting attentively during the Rooted Course, with a notebook on her lap, listening intently to a speaker.

    Rooted Course

    The Rooted Course explains our vision and the values that shape who we are as a church and gives you the opportunity to assess whether God’s plan for you is to become a part of His family here at Citygate.

    Find our next Course
  • A mixed group of young adults in animated conversation around a table at the Alpha Course, with food and drinks in front of them.

    Alpha Course

    Alpha is a series exploring the Christian faith. Each week we enjoy food together, watch a short film about a big faith question and discuss it in small groups. Everyone is welcome to come and find out more, say what they think and ask anything.

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  • Two young men embracing in a baptism pool, one still dripping with water after being baptised, surrounded by joyful onlookers.

    Baptism

    Baptism is an important step on the road of following Jesus, it’s a public declaration of your commitment to live for Him! If you’re a new Christian, or not been baptised as an adult, this may be the next step for you.

    Find our next Baptisms
  • Citygate Life Group members relaxing on picnic blankets in Bournemouth Gardens, sharing food and conversation under sunny skies.

    Life Groups

    We want everyone who comes to our church to find friendship and grow in their love of God and the people around them. In our Life Groups we talk about God’s Word, pray together, and support each other!

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  • Three young women laughing, hugging, and chatting in the church foyer on a Sunday morning, full of energy and joy.

    DNA Groups

    DNA groups are small, single-sex groups who meet regularly to explore the bible, apply it to their lives and encourage each other to grow as followers of Jesus.

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  • A volunteer handing a child’s activity pack to a family during a Sunday service, helping children feel engaged and included.

    Serving

    One of the ways that we honour and worship Jesus is to use the gifts he has given to us in service to others. Here at Citygate there are many ministries and teams that could help you grow spiritually, while applying and developing your own gifts.

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Find out more about Citygate Church

  • Two women talking in a park, one pushing a buggy, symbolising community and everyday connection outside the church walls.

    Our vision

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

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  • Three people holding coffee cups and engaged in warm conversation in the church lobby on a Sunday morning.

    Sundays

    We’d love to welcome you to one of our Sundays, either ONSITE or LIVE ONLINE. We try to make them as friendly and accessible as possible!

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  • A Citygate Church Life Group enjoying a picnic on the grass in Bournemouth Gardens.

    Life Groups

    We want everyone who comes to our church to find friendship and grow in their love of God and the people around them. So we encourage every person who’s part of Citygate to join a Life Group!

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