We are here to offer an empathetic, non-judgemental listening ear, to come alongside anyone in our church community in the ups and downs of life and share their concerns.

We may not have the answers but we will support you, try to point you in the right direction for further help, offer to pray with you and show that we care.

Please contact us pastoral@churchontheheath.org.uk

Care within Church on the Heath

At the Church on the Heath, our vision is that ‘everyone can encounter the transforming love of Jesus’ and that is why we believe that pastorally caring for each other is so important. As we ‘do life together’ as a church family, we can all be involved and there are things we can all do.

Pastoral care can take many forms, sometimes it is about drawing alongside those who are going through difficulties or are in need, by offering them emotional and spiritual support. It might be by listening, looking out for one another, caring, encouraging, befriending, praying or practically helping one another. Sometimes, it is also about journeying and calling out the good in each other and helping people become more whole, mature and Christ like.

Pastoral care at Church on the Heath happens in many ways but our prime way is through our small groups that meet on a regular basis. It is one of the reasons we encourage everyone to try and join one. In this midweek setting, we get to know one another well and this enables us to provide mutual support, encouragement and care.

For those who are not a regular part of a small group or are having a difficult time, there is a Pastoral care team who try to look out for people, stay in touch and offer care and support. Sometimes this may be meeting with someone to talk and pray about things or providing a meal.