Explore (Sunday morning 11am Service)

Every First, Second, Fourth, Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Hope Family Church: Washington
Brancepeth Road Oxclose, Washington Washington, NE38 0LA, United Kingdom

Our brand new service is tailored for everyone, no matter what your age or Church background. Join us for coffee and cake before taking part in collective worship at 11am, after which the adventure begins! Roam freely around the building, engaging with the Bible in ways you've never imagined. From hands-on activities to vibrant discussions, artistic expressions to serene contemplation, there's something for everyone.
On the fourth Sunday of each month we will share in Communion during the service.
On the third Sunday of each month we will have our monthly Messy Church service instead of Explore.

Each Sunday except the third Sunday of the month when we have Messy Church.

Hope Family Church: Washington

Welcome to Hope Family Church: Washington (Oxclose Church)

We are a growing church with a heart to reach out to our local communities. We are absolutely convinced that Jesus is good news for everyone. We are a family that offers a big welcome, a safe space to encounter Jesus, connect with the Father who loves us, and experience His Holy Spirit. ​​Our vision is to see the transformation of the communities that we are rooted in by enabling people to experience the love of God, understand who God says they are, and shape their lives around Jesus. As a church family, we base our life together around three core values: being family for everyone, sharing hope, and following Jesus.  We'd love to see you here with us.

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Get in touch

Rev'd Gavin Rushton

Hope Family Church: Washington
Brancepeth Road
Oxclose
Washington
NE38 0LA

NE38 0LA
0191 431 2568

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Explore (Sunday morning 11am Service)

Every First, Second, Fourth, Fifth Sunday at for 1 hour, 15 mins
Hope Family Church: Washington
Brancepeth Road Oxclose, Washington Washington, NE38 0LA, United Kingdom

Our brand new service is tailored for everyone, no matter what your age or Church background. Join us for coffee and cake before taking part in collective worship at 11am, after which the adventure begins! Roam freely around the building, engaging with the Bible in ways you've never imagined. From hands-on activities to vibrant discussions, artistic expressions to serene contemplation, there's something for everyone.
On the fourth Sunday of each month we will share in Communion during the service.
On the third Sunday of each month we will have our monthly Messy Church service instead of Explore.

Each Sunday except the third Sunday of the month when we have Messy Church.

Safeguarding

The Parochial Church Council of Hope Family Church: Washington (formerly Oxclose Church), is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for everyone, especially for children, young people, and vulnerable adults. It has adopted and approved the Church of England policy for promoting a safer church. This policy deals with all aspects of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Links to a copy of the policies for Hope Family Church:Washington, and Durham Diocese, and more details about these, can be found on our Safeguarding page.

If you have any concerns regarding the welfare of a child or adult you should contact:

our parish Safeguarding Officer Grace Sidney (0191 417 3143, email [email protected])

or:
our church leader Gavin Rushton (0191 431 2568, email [email protected]).

If you would prefer to speak to someone outside the church you can contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Mrs. Beth Miller, on 07968 034075, email [email protected] or [email protected].
You can also write to her at Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham DH1 3RY

Our Safeguarding Policy and links