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 or drop an email to hello@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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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Our meetings last approximately an hour and a half.
What happens during our meetings?
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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.
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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.
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Kids
We'd like your whole family to enjoy their time at Citygate, and we have a full range of children's 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.
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Offering
During the meeting members of the church will be given the opportunity to give to the church. This is part of our discipleship and worship. If you’re new to Citygate, please feel no obligation to give; this is for people who call Citygate their home church.
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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.
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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.
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!
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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.
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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?
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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.