Bible Study

Bible study in lounge

Our Bible study group meets on the second Monday of the month at 2.30pm in the Vicarage at Badby.

Find out what our current study is all about here.

How can I learn more about Christ and get to know people in the benefice fellowships better?

Sometimes it can be easy to come along to church week by week, but still find it hard to feel as if you belong.

We want you to know that you are part of our community from the moment you meet one of our members or step through our door, but still, Sunday mornings don’t give us much time to get to know one another, or to ask questions. That’s where our Bible study group comes in.

Our Bible study group meets, not in church, but in Malcolm and Liz's home - the Vicarage in Badby (address below).
That means that over coffee (or tea, or a cold drink) different people can relax in each other’s company and get to know one another. Nothing strange goes on at a Bible study, but here is what you can expect. When you arrive there is usually a coffee and a chance to catch up with other members and find out how everyone is.

After a while the leader introduces the study, this is a time when as a group you will look more closely at what the Bible tells us about God and living as a follower of Jesus.

Usually these studies follow a guide book which each member of the group has a copy of – don’t worry on your first week, you can still listen and join in if you want to.
However, you won’t be pressurised at any point into saying anything. If you prefer to just quietly listen to what everyone else is saying, that’s fine. If you want to ask a question too, then feel free.

At the end there will be a time for prayer. Again you won’t be expected or pressurised to say anything out loud, you can pray quietly in your heart, or just listen to others’ prayers. This is a time for members to share their needs or concerns with God.

So our Bible study also is a fellowship groups where members can:
· Support and care for one another
· Grow in their knowledge and love of God through exploring and applying his Word
Come and join us at:
The Vicarage
Vicarage HILL
Badby
Daventry
NN11 3AP

Planning your Visit

A Warm Hello

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet for our Sunday services in five Church Buildings - well, six including a small chapel (details below). You can find the plan of our services here. Take a look at the online diary to see what service is happening where and when. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to ensure you find a parking space (our church buildings predate the car and the need for carparks) and to find somewhere to sit before the service begins. When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone and handed anything you need to guide you through the service.

Some of our churches serve tea, coffee and biscuits following the service so don't dash off, it is a great way to meet people, or simply take time to find your bearings. All refreshments are free.

Plan your journey:
Visit the Our Churches page and click on the name of the church you want, at the bottom of the page you will find a what3words link which will open a map showing you precisely where the church building is.

Alternatively, Open Google Maps

Accessibility: If you need assistance, please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up. There are disabled toilets in Badby church.

Our Service

The main service begins with a warm welcome from one of our team members. The service might be led by Malcolm (our Rector) or one of the Ministry Team or even a visiting member of clergy. We will sing a hymn or song, hear a short passage read from the Bible and the leader will then explain what that passage is all about - how God speaks to us through his Word and how we can apply it to our lives. We will pray and join in some responses (you don't have to if you don't feel it is appropriate) and there might be a short symbolic meal called Communion. During the service, there may be a baptism which is when we welcome someone into our Church fellowship and family. Of course, you don't have to do any of these things, they might seem strange the first time you encounter them, so take your time and don't feel any pressure.

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What about my kids?

Children and young people are very welcome in our church buildings and services.

Children stay with their parent or grown-up throughout the service and we really value worshipping God all together as a family.

Getting Connected

Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Come and join our Home Group, it is a Bible study and a Fellowship Group where we can explore together what it means to be a Christian today, discover what God has to teach us through the Bible, pray for one another , share our hopes and hurts and also great cake and coffee. Being part of a small group like that will allow you to make new friends, share together and support each other. Check out Small Groups and see if it would be a good time for you could join, or we can put you in touch with the Fellowship Group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays and week day events run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team, why not speak to someone on the welcome team at church.

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Get in touch with us to plan your visit

If you would like to come and visit the church beforehand you are more than welcome! Get in touch and we can arrange a time that suits you.

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