We meet every Sunday in Bournemouth & Southbourne

We don't know what your experience of church has been previously, if any at all, but we do know that it can be quite daunting trying something new for the first time.

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.

We also broadcast our Sunday meetings online.

Citygate's worship choir singing enthusiastically and with their hands in the air.
Citygate kids leader sat talking to a young girl in a compassionate way.
Citygate Welcome Team member chatting to and laughing with two new attendees to Citygate Church.

Where we meet

We are a multi-site church, meaning that 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 to see as many lives transformed as possible.

You can also watch all our Sunday meetings on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.

  • Building front of the Citygate Centre in Bournemouth.

    Citygate Bournemouth

    We meet at 9.00am & 11.00am each week.

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

    We're located opposite Bournemouth Asda, and right next to Bournemouth train, coach and bus station. Parking is available in the Asda opposite and is free for three hours.

  • Building front of Citygate Church Southbourne.

    Citygate Southbourne

    We meet at 10.30am each week.

    Citygate Southbourne, Admiralty Road, Southbourne, BH6 4BJ

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

Sunday FAQs

  • We meet at Citygate Bournemouth, opposite Bournemouth train station and Citygate Southbourne on Admiralty Road. You can also watch our Sunday meetings on our Facebook page or YouTube channel.

  • We meet each Sunday at the following times:

    Citygate Bournemouth - 9.00am and 11.00am

    Citygate Southbourne - 10.30am

    If you’re attending onsite, we recommend you arrive at least 15 minutes before the meeting starts so you can park and find a seat.

  • You are welcome at Citygate just as you are. You'll see people in shirt and tie, in jeans and t-shirt, and everywhere in between!

  • If you’re attending onsite, feel free to arrive early to meet people from the church before the meeting. Our Welcome Team will be at the door. They would love to know if it's your first time at Citygate!

  • You can sit wherever you feel comfortable. If you have difficulty locating a seat or need assistance, our Welcome Team is there to help you.

  • Our meetings last approximately an hour and a half.

  • We'd like your whole family to enjoy their time at Citygate, and we have a range of children's and youth activities that take place during our meetings. Our Kids Team wear yellow t-shirts and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

What happens during our meetings?

  • Young man leading worship with an acoustic guitar on a Sunday morning at Citygate.

    Worship

    Our meetings start with a time of singing, praising God for everything that he's done for us. We have a full live band that will lead us for around 30 minutes or so. If you're unfamiliar with Christian worship then please don't feel under any pressure to do what everyone else is doing. Feel free to sit or stand, and join in as you wish.

  • Lady singing a spontaneous worship song into a microphone on a Sunday at Citygate.

    Spiritual Gifts

    We believe that the gifts of the spirit are for today and so encourage the use of spiritual gifts from God. We often invite members of the congregation to come and share a testimony, encouragement or word they might have received from God during the week. This might not be something you are familiar with, but one of the Elders will often explain what's being shared.

  • Two young children enjoying doing some colouring during Citygate Kids work.

    Kids & Youth

    We'd like your whole family to enjoy their time at Citygate, and we have a range of children's and youth activities that take place during our meetings. Our Kids Team wear yellow t-shirts and would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

  • Lady pointing a microphone at a man's face as he gives an announcement on a Sunday morning.

    Announcements

    Not everything happens on a Sunday! During our announcements we’ll let you know about events coming up, share inspiring stories and testimonies and let you know about all the ways you can get involved in the life of the church.

  • Enthusiastic speaker on a Sunday morning at Citygate Bournemouth.

    Talk

    Every week one of the leaders of the church, or a visiting speaker, will teach from the Bible for around 30 minutes. We try to be as relevant as we can, and tend to work through a series of messages that follow a book in the Bible or a particular theme applying the Bible to our lives today.

  • Group of young men huddled together praying.

    Prayer

    Our prayer team will be waiting towards the front of the hall at the end of the meeting. If you would like prayer come forward and they will find someone to pray with you one to one.

Listen back to our latest talks

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

Our Talks
Like Jesus | Do As He Did
Like Jesus | Do As He Did

True faith is obedience and in doing so, leads us towards acting how Jesus did.

Like Jesus | Becoming Like Him
Like Jesus | Becoming Like Him

If Jesus himself is the prize, the goal is not only to be with him but to become increasingly like him.

Like Jesus | Being With Him
Like Jesus | Being With Him

Matthew records Jesus calling his disciples not to a task, but to a relationship.

Drift | Assembling a Crew
Drift | Assembling a Crew

We are made as relational creatures. We need one another to run the race and stay the course. So who is with us on the journey?

Citygate Welcome Team member greeting a newcomer on a Sunday morning at Citygate Bournemouth.

Connect and welcome

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 - and we’ll be in touch to chat!

  • Man waving at the camera during refreshments on a Sunday morning at Citygate Bournemouth.

    New here?

    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.

    Find out more
  • Citygate Church staff team posing in front of a brick wall.

    The team

    We have a dedicated team of full and part time staff who help keep Citygate Church up and running. If you have a question about a particular aspect of church life, why not drop them an email?

    Find out more
  • Three people posing for the camera, including a young man wearing party accessories.

    Events

    We love building community! As well as our regular gatherings throughout the year there are more specific events that may be just right for you and your friends.

    Find out more