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What Is Christianity?

The message at the heart of Christianity is pretty simple. Find out what it's all about on this two-minute video. Turn your speakers on! At the bottom of the page there are details on how to ask any questions you may have.

 

Christianity is about Jesus. But who is Jesus?

Jesus once asked his followers this question:

"Who do you say I am?"

  • A prophet with a new teaching?
  • A healer to the sick?
  • A saviour to a lost world?


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Jesus claimed each of these, but most importantly, he claimed to be God in the flesh.

At the dawn of time he ignited human history when he spoke. He breathed life into the lungs of the first man and woman - and every inch of creation itself.

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But we rebelled. We turned against our King and followed our own ways, even though it would cost us our life. Our sin poisoned his perfect creation, giving way to sickness, injustice, and death.

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Sin separated us from one another, and from God.

Why did Jesus come?

But rather than cast off humanity, God sent his Son Jesus to enter into the world he Created - the one broken by our sin. He breathed our air, became human like us.

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He lived a perfect life - the one God intended we live - and called us to repent of our sin and follow him in faith. 

Some believed his word and recognised him as King. Others denied him. They crowned him with thorns and murdered him. They rejected him, and so have we.

But God had a plan. Jesus willingly gave himself up to die on a cross to save us from God's judgment and the death we deserve.

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On that cross, he exchanged our rebellion for his obedience. Our brokenness for his perfection.

The Son of God died so we could live.

And on the third day, he rose to life again, defeating death forever.

And now, he sits on the throne of heaven, offering life through the Holy Spirit to all those who repent and trust in him.

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What does it mean for us?

Jesus is the King of Kings.

You can either crown him or crucify him. There is no middle ground.

No one will ever ask you a more important question than the one Jesus asked:

Who do you say I am?

Questions?

Please contact us and we will be happy to go through your questions.

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Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
Click here to see more.

Planning your Visit

Welcome Sept 2
 

 

A Warm Welcome

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet at Southern Court, Newport Industrial Estate, Launceston  (details here) for our Sunday Service starting at 10:30am. There is ample FREE car parking opposite in Jewson's car park.  When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone on our Welcome Team.
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We serve tea, coffee and biscuits from 10.15am, before the service begins and also afterwards.  It is a great way to meet people, or simply take time to find your bearings. All refreshments are free.

Accessibility: There is full wheelchair access.

Our Service

You will receive a very warm welcome particularly from our Welcome Team who will be able to answer any questions and show you to where you need to go.
There will be a mix of singing, updates on things happening, people speaking about what God has been doing in their lives and an opportunity for church members to pray or read a passage from the Bible.
One of the leaders at the Church will bring a message based on the Bible and there will be a chance to respond at the end of the service.  
Prayer is also available at the end of the service and we love that people stay to chat. 

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What about my kids?

We have a great programme for kids of all ages:

  • Creche (0 months to 4 years). Children under 6 months are welcome but must be accompanied by their parent/grown-up at all times.
  • Little Lighthouse (5 - 10 years)
  • Youth  (11-14years)
  • Young people (15+ years) Stay in service.

Children stay with their parent or grown-up at the start of the service for the welcome, songs and notices. We really value worshipping God all together as a family. At the end of the notices someone will announce that it’s time for the younger members to go to their various groups. 

The kids group activities vary depending on the age but usually there is a friendly welcome, bible stories, testimonies, praying, music, craft, drama, fun games and free play. 

 

Getting Connected


Home Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, some mornings and some evenings. Check out Small Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team. 

Other Charities and Missions

We also support the following ministries:

  • Street Pastors
  • Foodbank
  • Open The Book
  • Compassion Child Sponsorship
  • Operation Christmas Child
  • Love Your Neighbour
  • YWAM Missionaries
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more, would like a visit or simply have chat, we can arrange a time that suits you. Please complete the form below.  
 
Name:
Telephone:
Email Address:
Comments / Questions or anything you would like to say?

Next, we will contact you by email to say hello.  
 

Leadership 

Mervyn and Rachel    
Pastor Mervyn and Rachel Bate     
Launceston Community Church is led by Pastor Mervyn and Rachel Bate.
Mervyn and Rachel pioneered the Church and have a real heart to lead a vibrant, contemporary, relevant church that impacts the local community as well as developing a new generation of leaders. 

They are joined by Henry and Ali Bailey (Treasurer and Children's Team) 
Chris and Jayne Biddle (House Group Leaders)
Lucy Prout (Children & Families Worker & Safeguarding Lead)

All faithfully serve in their roles and bring a family feel to all that happens in the life of the Church.
   
 
We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home at our church.

Best Wishes

Mervyn and Rachel