About NEC

The Evangelical Church in Newtown was started by a group of believers back in 1979, with the existing building opening in 1986. The current congregation numbers well over 100 on a Sunday morning, with people from all ages and walks of life. Whether you’re new to the area, visiting, or a local who is keen to know more about the message of the Bible, we’d love to meet you! Why not come along? You’re sure to receive a very warm welcome!

We seek to make each of our meetings as accessible as possible to all. As well as our regular Sunday Services, you’ll see that we have a wide program of activities to suit all ages.

The below questions and answers may give you more of a flavour of who we are and what we’re about.

If you have any questions or would simply like to establish contact, feel free to get in touch here or simply click the ‘Contact Us’ hyperlink in the footer of the page at any point. In the meantime, please enjoy browsing the site.

Visitors are always very welcome. We’d love to meet you, why not come along?

  • A church is a group of Christians who are committed to meeting together regularly to encourage one another to worship and serve God, to follow Jesus Christ and to share the good news about Jesus with non-Christians.

  • An Evangelical Christian believes that the Bible is God’s words to mankind and that it is the final authority for belief and behaviour. At the heart of the message of the Bible is the good news (the “evangel” or “gospel”) that God has appointed Jesus to be the “Christ” (the king of the world) and that Jesus died for our sins, was buried and after three days rose again. God freely accepts and forgives everyone who sincerely acknowledges Jesus to be their King and relies on him as their Saviour.

  • There is a strong emphasis in our services on teaching the Bible. The preaching is always Bible-based.

    We believe that when God’s word is explained the voice of God is heard.

    • We meet twice-monthly to share together in the Lord’s Supper (the communion or breaking of bread).

    • We baptise people by immersion on their profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

    • We sing the praises of God by using a variety of hymns both old and new.

    • We cater for all ages (Creche, Sunday School, Youth Work, etc).

    • We provide regular “Christianity Explored” courses for anyone who wants to look into the Christian faith

  • The Sunday morning service starts at 10.00 AM and finishes around 11.30 AM where around 120 people attend.

    What to expect -

    • Times of prayer both formally led from the front and a time of prayer open to the whole congregation.

    • Singing hymns and songs both traditional and contemporary accompanied by live instruments.

    • Communion every other week.

    • Bible reading and teaching (around 35 minutes)

    Our evening services are typically less 'formal' and often include a time of 'open worship', where members of the congregation share a passage from the Bible, a word of testimony and choose a hymn or pray.

    Our evening service starts at 5:30 PM and typically finishes by 6:45 PM.

  • Not at all. Participation is always voluntary, and our services are designed to be welcoming and non-intimidating.

  • Absolutely!

    We have a crèche for young children and a Sunday school for primary school aged children during part of the service.

    Families are instructed when it is time for classes and new comers will be made very welcome. Parents are free to come with their children if they wish.

  • You're in the right place!

    We regularly run courses like Christianity Explored to help newcomers understand the Christian faith in a relaxed, open environment.

  • The church building is a modern, purpose-built space with -

    • Disabled access

    • Changing facilities for young children

    • Accessible toilets