Community Sunday
Community Sundays take place on a first Sunday once a quarter. They are all about taking a break from our traditional Sunday morning services and getting together to build connection and relationships and share faith in new places and spaces, with our church, friends, neighbours and families in a more accessible way.
Everyone is invited to join the activities, which change seasonally.
The activities for our Spring Community Sunday on 2nd March are focused on renewal and creation care. Choose from:
- Village Litter Pick, starting and finishing at the Hub
Does it bother you seeing bits of rubbish stuck in hedgerows or collecting on street corners? Meet us outside the co-op for a village litter pick, finishing with refreshments at the ‘Renew Cafe’ at the Hub. Picking equipment will be provided and all ages are encouraged to join. Little ones love getting competitive about who can collect the most litter, and learning about caring for the environment in a fun new way. - Renew Cafe at the Hub
Come and experience the Renew Well-being cafe’ in the lounge at the Hub – conversation over painting / crafts, puzzles and board games, all with a spring-time theme.
The Renew Cafe also meets every Wednesday 2.30pm-4.30pm. All are welcome! - Renew Green Spaces at the Hareham Allotments>
Get the gardening gloves on and the trowel out and spend a morning helping out at the Hareham Allotments, home to ‘Renew Green Spaces’. Held on Ruddington Baptist Church’s allotment plot, Renew Green Spaces also meets every Monday from 11am-1pm for anyone who would like to get green fingered – or just enjoy a peaceful spot outdoors and a cup of tea – to drop in. Each week we offer a short optional time of prayer, simple refreshments, and lots of friendly conversation over simple gardening jobs, as well as space to be quiet and present in nature.
About Renew Cafe and Renew Green Spaces
The weekly ‘Renew’ groups at Ruddington Baptist Church are quiet, shared spaces where it is okay not to be okay. Created for anyone who would like to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing, Renew spaces are welcoming and inclusive and we meet around shared activities co-created with those attending, such as craft or gardening.
We love to welcome newcomers and would be thrilled to see you at one of our activities.
Check out our calendar page for details of the next Community Sunday, and sign up or contact us in advance if you want to find out more.