FAQs

Our current space has served us well, but to the glory of God it can no longer accommodate the growth of our church. The new building will help us serve our growing congregation, but more importantly help us do God’s work Monday through to Sunday.

Great question, our new building will enhance, our online experience. In fact, the building will help us create better-quality recordings, streaming capabilities, and digital content so that everyone (near or far) can plug into the word of God. Your support of the building helps ensure that both our physical and online ministries can thrive together.

We recognise the newborn phase for parents is one of the hardest times of your lives. We intend to create a church that will enable parents to come and absorb the word regardless of your child’s age. You can learn more in our “vision” tab.

You can see our progress on our tracker in the “give” tab. Every gift, big or small, brings us closer to turning this vision into reality.

You can give in a variety of ways: online through our secure portal, in person at church, via direct debit, or through a one-off donation. We also welcome pledges, which allow you to commit to supporting the building over time. Every gift matters. Click on the “give” tab for all details.

Absolutely. Every gift counts. Giving is not about the amount, but about participating in God’s work. Even small contributions, when combined, make a huge difference. There are also other ways to participate, like volunteering, praying, or helping spread the word.

All contributions go directly to the building fund. We are committed to transparency and careful stewardship, ensuring your gift is used to create a safe, functional, and inspiring space for worship, youth programs, and community outreach.

Yes. As a registered charity, all business donations to the church are eligible for tax relief in the UK. If you are a UK taxpayer, you can also increase the value of your gift at no extra cost through Gift Aid. For guidance on how to give and claim tax benefits, please contact the church office.

Yes. Legacy gifts are a powerful way to leave a lasting impact and support the church for generations to come. Please contact the church office for guidance on how to arrange a legacy gift.

We have a dedicated team overseeing the project, working closely with architects, contractors, and financial advisors. Regular updates will be shared with the congregation to ensure transparency and accountability.

Our vision is for the building to be a hub of activity every day of the week. It will host youth programs, family support services, community events, workshops, and outreach initiatives that meet the needs of our local community.

Construction is scheduled to begin in January 2026 and is expected to be completed by Christmas 2026. These dates may adjust based on project developments, but we’ll keep the congregation informed throughout.

We will provide regular updates to the congregation via Sunday service and the Haven website. Our progress tracker also shows exactly how close we are to reaching our fundraising goals.