Exploring Faith
These videos are designed to help you discover more about the Christian faith, find out what Christians believe, and consider what faith might mean for you.
Three Circles video
A straight forward, visual method to understand the gospel message – why does Jesus matter?
Emmanuel Alpha course
Starts 2nd February 2027
St Francis Church
Life According to Jesus
3 minute explainer
Watch the core teaching of 321 summarised in this short film
Teaching Podcasts
Listen for podcasts exploring faith
Emmanuel Church Sermons
Life is good, so why consider Jesus? by Thom Jee, – Listen Now
Deepening Faith
Book recommendations
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
Pete Scazzero
Visit the Emmanuel Book Shop to obtain a copy.
Discipleship Pack
Consider what it means to go deeper in your personal faith and discipleship.
Practicing the Way
by John Mark Comer
Be with Jesus.
Become Like Him.
Do as He Did.
Premier Christian Radio
Helping people encounter God, through worship, learning and conversation
Bible online
Take a look at the Bible online and see passages in a variety of translations, biblegateway is a great place to start.
Bible in one year
An online daily Bible reading plan – give it a try today!
Conferences and Retreats
Every year several thousand Christians choose to go away for teaching, worship and time together. Some of the main conference providers are…
BIG Church Weekend
30 April – 2 May 2027
Emmanuel, St Francis and St. Clare’s, Guildford
New Wine Summer Festival
27 July – 1 August 2027
Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet
There are many places that offer Christian retreats whether for individual quiet days, taught quiet days or residential retreats. Some of our closest are:
St Columba’s House, Crowhurst Christian Healing Centre, Waverley Abbey, The Greenhouse