Churches
‘This all sounds great, but how do I choose one?’ I hear you ask…
Five Steps to Choose a Church
1. Pray. Ask God to guide you throughout your church search.
2. Research. Have a look at the churches on this list and check out their websites / social media pages. You might want to consider:
- The church’s statement of faith / doctrinal basis
- A YouTube channel so you can see what a normal service looks like
- What else happens outside of Sunday gatherings (e.g. prayer meetings, small group Bible studies, seminars, student-specific events, social events etc.)
- Are there opportunities for you to serve?
3. Chat. Find out more by asking members of the CU about their churches.
4. Visit. The best way to get a feel for a church is to actually go there! The CU will be running a few church searches at the start of the year so look out for those.
5. Commit. This one’s super important – don’t spend ages looking, and don’t overthink your choice either. Once you commit to a church, you can start getting stuck in – and the church can start committing to you, in prayer and in practical support too.
List of local churches
Please do check the websites and Facebook pages of churches to get the latest information. While we try to keep this page up-to-date, the churches themselves will always have the most accurate information on their events!
Churches in Coventry
We are an open and friendly church who seek to make all visitors, students and friends welcome. We are committed to using the Bible to determine how we meet together, how we worship and what we do in the community. We are convinced that God is just as relevant to our world today as when the Bible was written and seek to share this with everyone. We are a fellowship that reaches out into our community and our mission statement is “Reaching people for Jesus, helping each other to become committed and effective disciples of Christ”.
Time: 10.30am with refreshments after the service
Transport: If you’re coming from Campus, we are a 15 mins walk from 11 bus that stops on Broad Lane near Sainsbury’s, or from city centre, the 8A bus stops by the shops, near the church building. We are willing to arrange lifts if required.
Contact: contact@apec-coventry.org.uk
Website: www.apec-coventry.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/APECcov
Last updated in September 2021
We’re a friendly, Evangelical church at the heart of Canley. We make everyone feel welcome through our services & community Cafe, as well as our student lunches on the first and third Sunday of every month.
Time: 11am
Transport: CCC is within walking distance of campus. Our postcode is CV4 8DA.
Website: https://canley.org.uk
Contact: www.canley.org.uk/contact
Christian Life Ministries (or ‘CLM’ as we are usually known) is a vibrant, multi-national, Pentecostal church, with over 50 different nationalities represented, from across all age groups.
Sunday services provide the main context for corporate worship and teaching, although connection, discipleship and outreach are outworked through a growing number of midweek ministries, meetings and small groups.
Time: 9:15am (livestream and in-person) and 11:30am (in-person only)
You can keep up to date with changes to CLM church gatherings and events via our website.
Transport: From the Bus Interchange – National Express (11 Platinum or 12x platinum – express) OR Stagecoach U12 towards Coventry and stop outside Little Park Street/Herbert Gallery for all. You will need to walk through an underpass when approaching CLM Church.
Website: http://www.clmchurch.co.uk
Contact: students@clmchurch.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clmstudents
Last updated in August 2021
We are a vibrant, growing, hope-filled community of all ages and over 50 nationalities. We are passionate about partnering with other city churches to serve the city around us and to share the hope we’ve found in Jesus Christ. The Student & Young Adult (SYA) community meets at 7.30 every Tuesday in term time for teaching, worship and social nights all aimed at helping you in your walk with Jesus.
Time: 10am (in person and online) and 12pm
Transport: Buses (11, 12X) will take you to Coventry Rail Station; the Elim Building is a short 10 minute walk from the station.
Website: https://www.elim-coventry.org.uk
Contact: students@elim-coventry.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
Last updated in September 2021
We are an evangelical church in the centre of Coventry. Students can expect a warm welcome from the church family. We seek to present unchanging Bible truth in a contemporary and accessible way. To demonstrate love in action within and outside the church community.
We run a student Bible study on Fridays from 18:00-20:00 at the LFS site for a meal and a deeper look into the Word of God together.
Time: 9:30am, 11:30am and 6:30pm
Transport: There is transportation available from campus. Text Janet Cordle (Non-Student) for further details on 07707 352958.
Contact: If you’d like to know more, get in touch with our student workers at student.team@hillfiends.church
Website: https://www.hillfields.church
Last updated October 2021
Holy Trinity is a vibrant city centre church with a heart for sharing Jesus and His love, serving the poor more effectively and engaging with our community through our services and historic building.
A key scripture for us is Matthew 5:13-16 taken from The Message version of the Bible, which talks about being salt and light to those around us. From this our vision is: Jesus first; Being transformed together; Church for everyone!
We run a Sunday lunch and Bible study for students, called Soup & Crumble, twice a month, and you’d be so welcome to join us.
Time: Normal service times on a Sunday are 9:30am, 11am and 5pm, with the two largest services being 9:30 and 11am.
Transport: As we are in the centre of town, between Primark and the old Cathedral, any city centre bus can get to us. From Warwick Campus, the most frequent is the 11.
Saturdays: 6pm – Youth Night by Club Chosen. We meet physically every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, and virtually every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month. For more information, ring Morin on 07938 016 025.
Jubilee Church Coventry is a member of Catalyst, part of Newfrontiers, an international family of churches. We believe that God has set us on a mission to become a strong city-wide church, and to reach outwards to other cities and nations. We are a young and lively church who love Jesus and want to know Him more through His Word and through the presence of the Holy Spirit. We’d love to meet you.
Time: 10:15
Transport: St Columba’s is a short walk from Pool Meadow which you can reach either by the 12X or 11 buses.
Whilst we are usually at St Columba’s, this does sometimes vary, so we recommend checking the website week on week for our location.
Website: http://www.jubileechurchcoventry.org
Last updated in September 2023
We are committed to making Jesus known through the bible and Holy Spirit. Our hearts is Prayer, Relational communities. Developing leaders. Giving to the poor. We support students through university life. We provide lifts to church, lunches, mid-week groups and social events. We grow & nurture, not only your faith but your talents as well. We have opportunities with music, technical & hospitality.
Time: 10.30am. 10.15am for refreshments
Transport: Buses: 23 or 23A West Midlands Travel, 61, 61A, 61S Travel De Courcey. Members of Kings can provide lifts if needed.
Website: https://www.kingschurchcoventry.org
We’re a growing church with opportunities to serve and grow in your walk with God. Our leaders were very active in the CUs at Uni and know the value of a church family while studying. So if you need a meal, a tour of the city, a chance to develop your gifts, or a place of refuge where you can hang out with a cuppa / chat and learn more about God and His purpose for your life, we’re here for you.
Time: 9.30am Prayer – 10.00am for refreshments – 10.45am main service – refreshments / lunches afterwards
Transport: We are on the bus route Faseman Avenue, JAR Route:6A which literally drops you outside the church (SMS code: nwmtpmpt) – there is also on street parking for cars and bike racks for the green traveller.
Website: www.LWBC.org.uk
We come from different backgrounds to worship Christ and meet one another. Together we share the hope Christ places in our hearts and discover more about what faith means as part of the Christian family, rooted in God’s love. We’re excited about the City of Culture and about meeting you!
Time: 10:30am
Transport: Cycle, bus, or train to Coventry city centre, we’re next door to The Wave and The Spire, and there’s a fountain outside our front door.
Website: http://centralhall.info
Last updated in August 2020
Queens Road Baptist Church is a friendly, busy, lively, city-wide Baptist church located close to the centre of the city we seek to serve.
Time: 10.30am and 6.30pm
Transport: Church is in central location so easily accessible for Railway Station, Bus links and walking
Website: qrbc.co.uk
St Christopher’s Church part of the Church of England. We are a community of all ages, in the heart of our community, serving Allesley Park and Whoberley on the west of Coventry. Everyone is welcome, from the very youngest to the oldest. Together we seek to live out our mission – “God’s family; loving like Jesus”.
Our main weekly gathering, attended by people of all ages, is relaxed and informal with band-led music (a mixture of hymns and modern worship songs), prayer and relevant biblical teaching. We have a growing number of young adults as part of our church, and we would love you to join us!
Time: 10am
Transport: If you’re coming from Campus, we are 20 mins walk from 11 bus that stops near Sainsbury’s, or from city centre, 23 bus stops opposite the church building.
Website: stchristopher.org.uk
Facebook: fb.com/stchriscoventry
Last updated in September 2021
We are a charismatic Church of England church. We have two Holy Communion Services per week and an all-age gathering, preceded by hot drinks and pastries. The all-age gathering has singing with a live band, provision for the children, Bible message, prayer and space to hear from God and respond to Him. We have a good number of young adults who meet regularly in small groups & socially.
Time: 9.00am and 10.45am
Transport: We can arrange transport from University, or the 11 bus stops nearby at Sainsbury’s
Website: https://www.stjamesfletch.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stjamesfletch
We are a modern evangelical church situated in the near the city centre of Coventry. At St James we really love to welcome students and young adults alike to look at how we impact this generation for Jesus. We run various different groups/events throughout the year in which to not only hang out together and build community, but to know Jesus more intimately.
Time: 10:00am
Transport: We provide lifts from campus upon request and you can also reach us by bus.
Website: www.stjam.es
Contact: josh.lumwagi@stjam.es
We are a charismatic Anglican church about a ten minute walk away from Warwick uni campus. We have a congregation of around 200, across the generations, and value multi-generational church and worship. We have a long history of students at St John’s, and have regular student small groups, socials and lunches. There’s plenty to get involved in!
Time: 10:15 for teas and coffees, for a 10:30 start
Transport: Walking distance from central campus
Website: https://stjohnswestwood.co.uk
St Mark’s is a lively church in the heart of the city of Coventry, planted as part of the HTB network of churches in 2017. The 6pm Gathering is ideal for Students and Young Professionals, with times of sung worship, a Bible-based talk and opportunity for prayer. Our Gatherings are relaxed and we aim to give a great welcome! We also run a student night every Tuesday at 7:30pm, with free food, some worship, and a talk. We look forward to meeting you!
Time: 10.30am and 6pm
Transport: Public transport, Pool Meadow Bus Station is just a 5 minute walk away.
Website: https://www.stmarkscoventry.org
Instagram: @stmarks_students
Contact: students@stmarkscoventry.org
Last updated October 2021
We are an informal family-friendly Anglican church with a passion for seeing the Kingdom of God come in Canley. We organise our own lives and that of our church around worship, community and mission. We have a range of Sunday services across the month, including ‘Celebration week’ (food, testimony and creative worship), Communion services and Family services.
Time: 10:30am
Transport: We are about a 25 minute walk from campus. Alternatively you can get the 18A bus to ‘Ten Shilling Wood’, which is right by the church.
Churches in Kenilworth
Making disciples of Jesus, as disciples, to the glory of God. That’s what KCC is all about. We’re a new church plant in Kenilworth; recently established with support from Emmanuel Church and Myton Church to reach Kenilworth with the gospel of Jesus Christ. We hope to be a gospel-hearted church – worshipping God, as family, telling the gospel and doing good.
Time: 4:30pm
Transport: You can take the 11 bus from Warwick campus interchange, which takes 10 minutes, so the 4:18pm should get you here in time! We’re also only 3.9 miles away, so you can easily cycle or walk.
Website: https://www.kencchurch.org.uk
Last updated October 2021
Word of Life is a new, family church that meets in Kenilworth. We are a charismatic, non-denominational church with services that are informal and discussion-based, with refreshments.
Time: 4:30-6:00 pm
Transport: We meet at the Kenilworth Centre, CV8 1QJ. To get there from campus, take the 11 bus from the University Interchange to Shops (Stand A) and the Kenilworth Centre is just behind the shops, in the Abbey End Car Park.
Website: wol.org.uk
Contact: Zac Abraham admin@wol.org.uk
Last updated in September 2021
Churches in Warwick & Leamington
We are a warm, relaxed family-friendly evangelical church seeking to be a beacon of hope in Warwick and beyond. Around 85 gather on Sunday mornings from various cultures, backgrounds & ages. We use a mixture of worship styles; we have an all-age service on the first Sunday of every month. We are committed to prayer, bible teaching and mission and would be happy to support you in living for Jesus on your frontlines. Check out our YouTube page to get a flavour: @CHBCWarwick01
Time: 10.30am-12pm
Transport: Check local websites for best information but we’re right in the town centre with a bus stop outside. Best parking nearby is Priory Road, CV34 4NA or St Nicholas Park, CV34 4NL
Contact: kevin@warwickbaptists.org.uk
Website: https://warwickbaptists.org.uk
Last updated August 2024
Christ Church is a community of Christians in Leamington Spa, building a church that is vibrant, loving and outward looking. Our priority is reaching out to those that are lost and need to hear Jesus’ message of new life. We are an evangelical, charismatic church, and even if students are only with us for a season, our heart is that we would build something meaningful together.
Time: 10:30am with welcome breakfast from 10am.
Transport: Easy to access on public transport. Lifts are available subject to demand.
Website: www.christchurch.org.uk
Contact: faith@christchurch.org.uk
Last updated in August 2021
A welcoming church family with strong Bible teaching ministry, and a genuine heart for students. We offer Sunday lunch with families and a great student study programme. The 300+ congregation is a mix of all ages and backgrounds, the service format is easy to follow, and has a mix of traditional and contemporary music. If you stay, ask about student membership!
Time: 10.30am at North Leamington School and 6pm at Heath Terrace
Transport: Minibus from ‘Bluebell’ roundabout on Warwick Campus at 9.45am
Website: https://www.emmanuel-church.org.uk
Contact: contact@emmanuel-church.org.uk
Last updated October 2021
Family friendly church near Leamington centre. Worship focused around the presence of God using Bethel Music. We are linked with Bethel, Redding, California. Bible based teaching and mid week groups for growing.
Time: 10.30am
Transport: Can pick up from campus first four weeks of the first term.
Website: http://www.jubilee-leamington.co.uk
Contact: Chris Catto at chriscatto@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Jubilee-Leamington-1933520170036239
Last updated October 2021
Leam Baptist are a friendly and welcoming church family where you are never just another face lost in the crowd. We love Jesus, love the bible, love it when the Spirit moves, and would love to get to know you. Our worship is informal and contemporary without forgetting where we came from.
Time: 10:30 am
Transport: The U1 Unibus stops at the top of the Parade in Leamington. This is less than 5 minutes walk from the Church.
Website: leambaptist.uk
Contact: minister@leambaptist.uk
Facebook: fb.me/leambaptist
Last updated in August 2024
We are an exciting, growing church for people of all ages, backgrounds & nationalities. Belonging to the AoG family of churches, we are a Pentecostal-Evangelical church, which means we are Bible-based & open to the Holy Spirit. Our services offer a contemporary & engaging feel to worship, and students are really looked after, with opportunities to have lunches, serve on teams and join Life Groups.
Time: 10:30 – 11:45 (Doors open at 10:00 for refreshments)
Transport: Students tend to get the bus from Campus (buses – U1 or 11). The church will reimburse all bus tickets for the first term to help you settle in.
Website: www.life-cc.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/LccUKinfo
Myton Church is a Bible-based, gospel-centred church based in South Leamington made up of over 200 adults + children, including a vibrant group of young adults. Our Sunday services are part of our wider worship of living authentic Christ-like lives ‘24/7’. As a Church, we want to enable students to seize the particular challenges and opportunities that this stage of life brings to being a follower of Jesus, and to do so in relation to other generations of the church family. Check out the website & SM for more info on student lunches and other student ministries.
Time: 11.15am service & 6pm gathering
Transport: For morning service – minibus pick up from main campus bus stop (Interchange) at 10.30am.
Evening – by arrangement.
Buses: X17 & 11 Platinum stop near the church.
Location: Westbury Community Centre, Westlea Rd, Leamington Spa CV31 3JE
Website: https://mytonchurch.org.uk
Email: nathan.richards@mytonchurch.org.uk
Last updated April 2024
We are a lively evangelical charismatic Anglican Church and our vision is Encountering God, Rooted in Christ and Transforming Lives. During our 10:30am service the worship is band led. We are passionate about serving with the poor (CAP debt centre, mentoring, Celebrate Recovery, Alpha, Foodbank), great for those interested in serving God amongst young families, youth and those who find themselves on the margins of society.
Time: 8am (traditional Holy Communion), 10:30am (informal), 6pm (quieter service).
Transport: Buses run to Leamington and our church has a bus stop right outside (67 and 67A) or walkable from the bottom of town.
Website: http://www.stmarysleamington.com
Summary: We are a large, lively, evangelical Anglican church in the heart of Leamington Spa with a vision to see Leamington changed, one life at a time. We want to show the love of Jesus to our whole community through creating wholehearted, missional disciples of all ages. We are committed to living our whole lives devoted to Him.
We would love for St Paul’s to be a home for you whilst you are at university and maybe, beyond.
Our heart for students is that you will feel nurtured, equipped, and encouraged to live wholeheartedly for Jesus wherever he has placed you.
We long to be a community who are unrelenting in our pursuit of God and seeing His Kingdom in our lives, on campus and in Leamington. We want to do all we can to help you grow in your relationships with one another and with God.
Time: Most of our students attend our evening service at 6:30pm. We gather as a student community at 5pm for a meal, prayer, and fellowship beforehand.
Transport: Transport via the number 11 bus from campus to Leamington spa or lifts from other students/church family members.
Website: https://www.stpl.org.
Contact: Our student worker is called Christina and she would love to connect with you, do email her at christina.parry@stpl.org.uk or send her a WhatsApp – 07716639776
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
Last updated October 2021
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