Weekly news - 24/7/2026

The Father Heart Conference

Just ONE week left to get your early-bird tickets for The Father's Heart conference. (Deadline 31st July).
Fri 18th - Sat 19th September
We have heavily discounted tickets for GodFirst church family as we'd love you to all be there for this important moment. Please check out all of the information on the website and get your tickets TODAY.

This Week

Summer Office

As we're now into school Summer holidays, a number of the staff have annual leave planned. Please be patient and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

Exploring Baptism

If you've not yet been baptised and would like to find out more, come along to Exploring Baptism on Sun 26th July, 11am. Sign up here. Baptisms will be on Sun 16th August.

Kids' Summer Camp

Calling all 8-11 year olds for a two-night camp at The Runway. Join us for worship, talks, film night, inflatable obstacle course, pizza making — plus more! Invite your friends.
Sun 23rd - Tues 25th August. Click here for all details.

Testimonies for Summer Series

Dear Church, Do you have a story of how you saw God move in your life when you were a child or teenager? We'd love some stories to share as part of our summer series. Healing, Financial Provision, in your Family, in your life. Email Sam if you have something you think might fit. (photo to catch your attention!)

Summer of Picnics

Join us for a picnic, after church, every Sunday in August, 12:30pm. Come to just one, or all of them. It's a great way to get time with others from GodFirst, eat lunch together, play games and build community. Mudeford Wood field is a short walk from The Runway, or limited parking is available.

Pop-In Music Concert

Everyone is welcome to join us at Pop-In Café on Thur 30^th July, 10am – 12 noon for a short concert (10:45-11:00am), by U3A, who use our building. Songs performed by John Fletcher (a.k.a. ‘The Crooner’).

FORGED Men's Braai

All men aged 18+ are invited to our South African Braai on Saturday 8^th August, 12pm at The Runway! This will an amazing opportunity to build friendships and eat great food! Feel free to invite a friend and let's all be there! Cost is £10. Sign up here.

Lucas & Hannah Bröcker

Some of you will remember Lucas & Hannah - they were with us for a few months whilst attending the language school at Moorlands College. They are serving with Wycliffe Bible translators in Ethiopia and will be with us at GodFirst this Sunday. If you'd like to find out more about what they're doing, visit their website.

Discovering the Bible

Want to grow in your understanding of the Bible in 2027? Take a couple of minutes to watch this short video about our Discovering the Bible course, starting in January. The course now offers both Foundations and Full pathways, so there’s an option for everyone, whether you’re just getting started or ready to dig deeper. Spaces are limited and bookings are open - spread the word! You can read the full details and sign up by clicking here.

Tell Us Your Stories

God is always at work in our church family, and we'd love to hear what He has been doing in your life - this strengthens faith and calls others to believe for similar miracles, whether healing, provision, relationship restoration, anything that God has done. Please email your stories here.

Female Chaplain Vacancy

Moorlands College have a part-time vacancy for a Chaplain with Special Responsibilities for Female Students. All information is here.

Food Bank Needs

PLEASE HELP: our donations are down but demand is high and the School Summer Holidays are here. We need: Tins of soup, Pasta sauce jars, Hot dog sausages, tinned meat meals (stew, curry, chilli) Biscuits and custard. Please help if you can. God Bless from the CFB+ Team

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