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COVID-19 UPDATE
In view of the latest Government advice on the coronavirus pandemic, and additonal advice from the Congregational Federation, the Church is closed from today, 17th March, until further notice.
Post a Church Deacons' meeting, and further to Government guide lines, it is hoped to open the Church on Sunday 6th September for 10.30am worship
We hope you enjoy exploring our website
Witney Congregational Church is an independent fellowship. Though we are independent we are not on our own. There are another 259 Congregational Churches who belong to the Congregational Federation.
Our congregation has its roots in the dissenting tradition. In 1662 a law came into force that demanded that ministers and congregations conformed to the Prayer book. 2000 ministers refused to do so and many suffered financial and physical deprivations because they were true to conscience. These ministers and their congregations were committed to believers gathering together in faith to follow Jesus Christ and to walk in his way.
Our congregation has wandered from place to place for over 353 years. Our present church building is at the crossroads of Welch Way and the High Street in the centre of the thriving market town of Witney. For us the church is not a building but consists of the people who gather for worship and live their faith wherever they are. We are a community of sixty people who have promised each other that we will walk together in faith following Jesus. We want to show our love for Jesus through the way that we love one another and care for our community. We are not perfect but a people in the making. If you are looking for a church family please come and visit us.
Witney Congregational Church, 4 Welch Way, Witney, OX28 6JF Map
For all general enquiries please call the Church office on 01993 709992 or email:
Denominationally, we’re linked to the Congregational Federation.
You can learn more about them here.
the time is now
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The February & March 2020 Edition of Cornerstone
is available for viewing & can be seen via this Link
The next edition has been held in abeyance until Covid-19 has run its course
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Witney Congregational Church are seeking someone to fulfil their ministerial vacancy.
This post is full-time, but a part-time role may be considered. The church has a manse.
Full details can be given after contact is made. Please use this LINK