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Christian Aid Ceilidh
May
16

Christian Aid Ceilidh

Our Benefice Christian Aid annual fund raiser is almost here. The scene is set for a wonderful evening of music, dancing, camaraderie and a delicious meal.  Please invite your family and friends and book your tickets via the headfirst link below or on the tablets at the back of church. Don't miss out. It will be an evening to remember!

Booking is now live: https://hdfst.uk/e152621

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Like Trees Walking
May
21

Like Trees Walking

Philip’ latest play.

Poems, readings and music. Theme: Seeing/partial seeing/not seeing.

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Cotham Club Presents: Al Swainger’s Pointless Beauty Quartet
May
29

Cotham Club Presents: Al Swainger’s Pointless Beauty Quartet

A live powerhouse of spacey, head-bobbing, cinematic jazz/electronica.

Prolific Bristol-based bass-player/composer Al Swainger and his jaw-droppingly accomplished instrumental collective meld immaculate progressive jazz with cinematic electronic ambience to a truly unique and seductive effect.

Their inspired set effortlessly morphs from immersive, transcendent soundscapes through clubby dancefloor chillout to ecstatically groovy, feel-good communal vibes.

Graced with strong band interplay and lauded for their technical wizardry and heartfelt musicianship, there's much to captivate: distinctive and thoughtful lead brass lines, atmospheric keys and ethereal synths, extraordinary FX-shrouded bass, and rolling rock drums.

This is hypnotic, sonically adventurous jazz/electronica fusion music with enough oomph and sass and funk to catch your attention and keep you moving.

Tickets available on Headfirst here.

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Regular Events

Cotham Club

Community through music with great global sounds

A band performing on stage inside a church, with stained glass windows in the background, and musicians playing various instruments including violin, guitar, and drums.

Cotham Club is a monthly world music gig in the church that builds connection and community through music. Space to sit or to dance, and enjoy a drink from the bar. Described as ‘a brilliant, eclectic live global music club with a passion for community at its core.’

Friday nights, 7.30 - 10pm

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Earthy Foundations

Rooted in God’s love

A small chair made from tree stumps and wood, with a sign reading 'Mud Kitchen' mounted on the backrest, placed outdoors among leaves and shrubbery.

A friendly gathering for young children and their carers. Come and join the fun as we learn and grow together through indoor and outdoor play, song and stories.

Welcome, community and refreshments all provided.

Tuesdays in term-time - 10 to 11.30am, in church


Green Cotham

Friendship with the earth and each other

A lush garden with various colorful flowers and green foliage in front of a stone building, with a stone wall and trees in the background, under a clear blue sky.

A gardening project inviting you to get close to nature, meet others, and promote local biodiversity and wildlife. Run by the church in partnership with High Kingsdown Community Association. Come and join a supportive group and get your hands dirty – no gardening experience required. Tools, gloves and refreshments provided.

Wednesdays 2-4pm, meeting in the church car park.


Eco Gathering

Faith and action in a time of climate emergency

Two men are holding a large protest banner that reads 'BACK THE CLIMATE + ECOLOGICAL EMERGENCY' in front of an old stone building with trees and colorful bunting hanging above.

Share with us as we explore our response to climate and ecological emergency, Including space for reflection, some lively discussion and debate, information and an exciting range of developing partnerships.

On the third Sunday of the month at 5pm with refreshments from 4.30pm, usually at St Paul’s.


Time out Teas

A group of elderly people sitting around a table enjoying a meal and conversation at a social gathering.

A friendly monthly gathering for cake and conversation, activities, games and entertainment. First Thursday afternoon of each month, 2:30 - 4pm. Come along for some time out and some tea!


Small groups and study courses

A group of people socializing and hugging indoors, with some holding drinks, in a room decorated with informational posters, photographs, and a colorful cloth on a table.

We have a variety of small groups - meeting in church and in people’s homes - deepening a sense of belonging and exploring faith together. Food often features!

We also hold short courses two or three times a year on different topics.