Over the past year, The Chapel, Mortimer West End has implemented various new initiatives to encourage people to visit and welcome them into the church community.

A New Attendee barbecue, held early in February, provided a relaxed opportunity to meet other fellowship members, and this was followed later in the month by a four-week 'Merge Course’, which takes place after the service on Sunday mornings.

The Elders' desire behind creating the Merge Course was to connect relationally with new visitors, enabling them to meet church members and the leadership team more fully, plus learn more about The Chapel's history, vision and mission.

Additional activities to increase awareness have included the distribution of Chapel calendars in December, holding Welcome Services throughout the year, followed by a shared lunch, and extending invitations to special events and workshops - which cover topics ranging from cooking and baking, to finances, healthy lifestyles and art skills.

By increasing interaction with neighbours and sharing God given talents and skills with others, The Chapel has been delighted to welcome an increasing number of newcomers to join their thriving and inventive church family.