FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
This section will hopefully answer any questions you may have regarding Christianity Explored. If it doesn't feel free to send us an email and we will do our best to answer it.

Christianity Explored is for anyone who wants to investigate Christianity informally with a group of other people.

Whether you have previous experience of Church, Christians and the Bible, or none at all, this course is for you. Everyone is welcome - from the most sympathetic Sunday schooler to the convinced atheist. We will respect your background, culture and beliefs. Tell us as little or as much about yourself as you feel comfortable.

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A meal is usually provided at the start of the evening (typically 7pm), so don't worry if you have to come straight from work. The course is normally run in several groups of 6-9 people, and after briefly discussing the course material from the week before, there is a talk or video on the theme for that week. Then the groups discuss any questions that have arisen, and the evening ends at about 9pm. Of course, if you'd like, you're welcome to stick around a bit longer for a coffee to discuss any further issues you might have.

And you can ask any questions you want, at any time during the course.

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10 weeks, including a weekend (or day) away, when you can explore other areas such as the Bible, the Holy Spirit, prayer and the church.

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Of course you can.

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Nothing - but some courses might ask for a small contribution towards any food provided.

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No, all course materials are provided.

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We hope not. It's not a church service. There's no praying, singing or clapping, and you won't be asked to read aloud.

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Each evening includes a talk (or video) designed to explain an aspect of Christian belief and to stimulate discussion. Hopefully you'll find it challenging and amusing. The group leaders will facilitate discussion and try to answer questions.

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Not if you don't want to. You are welcome to come and just sit and listen.

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The focus on Mark's Gospel, with its emphasis on who Jesus was, what his aims were, and what it means to follow him, makes Christianity Explored quite different.

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Christians count it a real privilege to explain the truth and relevance of the Christian message. We don't have all the answers but believe that we have exciting news to share about Jesus Christ.

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Upney Baptist Church
Cavendish Gardens, Barking, Essex IG11 9DR