About Vineyard 53
Vineyard 53 is to be a growing church where people are invited to step into the Adventure of following Jesus, to experience authentic Relationship and see Transformation in every part of life.
The story so far
In 2013 a group of friends moved to Chester to start a church. Led by John and Anna Simmons, the vision was to create a growing community where people were welcomed in to encounter Jesus for the first time, and to seek transformation in our region.
We started with around 12 adults and eight kids. We threw parties, we got to know our neighbours, and we looked for ways to help and serve our communities.
Our community grew, and we saw individuals and families coming to know Jesus and experiencing his love and power. We began meeting together, first in homes, then on Wednesday evenings at the Crowne Plaza hotel, before starting regular Sunday meetings at the Abode, and then Bridge House.
We love having a church family in many locations — Chester, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire and North Wales.
We started with around 12 adults and eight kids. We threw parties, we got to know our neighbours, and we looked for ways to help and serve our communities.
Our community grew, and we saw individuals and families coming to know Jesus and experiencing his love and power. We began meeting together, first in homes, then on Wednesday evenings at the Crowne Plaza hotel, before starting regular Sunday meetings at the Abode, and then Bridge House.
We love having a church family in many locations — Chester, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire and North Wales.
Why 'Vineyard 53'?
We're glad you asked!
We chose '53' for two reasons:
First, because our vision has always been for a church that extends beyond Chester to the surrounding regions. We loved the symbol of the M53 motorway which connects us to neighbouring areas.
Secondly, because of the words of Isaiah 53, a passage in the old testament of the Bible which speaks about everything that Jesus is going to do in the world because he loves us so dearly.
We chose '53' for two reasons:
First, because our vision has always been for a church that extends beyond Chester to the surrounding regions. We loved the symbol of the M53 motorway which connects us to neighbouring areas.
Secondly, because of the words of Isaiah 53, a passage in the old testament of the Bible which speaks about everything that Jesus is going to do in the world because he loves us so dearly.
Our Mission Statement:
God has called us to establish a growing, regional, Biblically-based Church that exists to passionately pursue Jesus, be an outward-looking community and see transformation throughout the Chester area.
Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we aim to serve those in need, make and equip disciples, raise up leaders, plant new churches and be a blessing to the wider Church family.
If you feel stirred by our vision or if you are exploring who God is and what faith is all about we'd love to chat with you so feel free to contact us.
Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we aim to serve those in need, make and equip disciples, raise up leaders, plant new churches and be a blessing to the wider Church family.
If you feel stirred by our vision or if you are exploring who God is and what faith is all about we'd love to chat with you so feel free to contact us.
Check out our most recent Vineyard 53 Vision Talks.
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Or head to our Youtube page for all the latest Sunday talks.
