Christ Central Church

Newfrontiers
Sphere: Commission
Congregation: 170 adults (50 under 18)

Christ Central Church Portsmouth gathers people of all ages and backgrounds from across Portsmouth and Southsea. We are a vibrant, Bible teaching church eager to serve those in and beyond our city with the good news of Jesus Christ.

We have two congregations, the larger sending church is at the John Pounds Centre in Portsea, PO1 3HN, this serves the whole city and region, this meets at 10:30AM. There is also a congregation for people living in Baffins/Milton which meets at The Stacey Centre, PO3 6DN at 10AM.

You can also join online - www.youtube.com/christcentralchurch

We love having visitors and you'll be sure to receive a warm welcome.

We love Portsmouth - its history, its character and most significantly its people. Did you know the council's motto is 'Heaven's Light Our Guide'? We long to make this a reality in our day as we going about loving our city.

Venue Location

View on Map
John Pounds Centre
23 Queen Street
Portsea
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 3HN

Contacts & Social Media

ChristCentral Church
C/O Acorn Bookshop
109 Palmerston Road
Southsea
Hampshire
PO5 3PS
023 9320 0184

Travel & Parking:

Ample parking available in the Portland Car Park, on St James' Street, or alternatively you can pick up a local permit for parking from reception on arrival. 5 minutes walk from Nelson gate (dock yard) 15 minutes walk from Portsmouth Harbour and Portsmouth and Southsea station.

Accessibility:

Languages:
English
Facilities:
Accessible worship area, Accessible toilet, Baby friendly

Worship & Services

Sunday morning gathering in-person at the John Pounds Centre and online 10:30AM Baffins / Milton area has own gathering at 10AM at The Stacey Centre. Tuesday noon prayer - on Zoom. Mid-week 'life groups' - Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday evening Little Ones Stay and Play - Friday mornings

Shore Avenue Congregation (Milton / Baffins)
Sunday, 10:00
Our Shore Avenue Congregation meets on Shore Avenue in Milton/Baffins, PO4 8NB. Separate ministry for: Crèche (0-2), Kids and Youth (secondary school age). Service is followed by tea and coffee.
PO1 Congregation Sunday Meeting
Sunday, 10:30
Our PO1 Congregation meet at the John Pounds Centre on Queen Street, PO1 3HN. Separate ministry for: Crèche (0-2), Discoverers (2-school age), Kids (primary school age) and Youth (secondary school age). Service followed by tea and coffee.
Hymns & Songs:
Contemporary worship and hymns.
Main Bible:
Christian Standard Bible

Affiliations

Newfrontiers, Commission, Evangelical Alliance, Portsmouth One Body

Outreach, Activities & Ministries

Local Outreach & Community Activities
Our mission is to bring hope and to share truth, in, around and beyond the city of Portsmouth. Our members do this in their everyday lives whether at the school gate, in the workplace or with their family and friends. In addition we serve our local community where we meet through a hamper programme at Christmas, a gardening outreach project in the spring and taking part in the community carnival in the summer.
Other Activities & Ministries
All age mid-week groups (Tues, Weds & Thurs), Mens Football Team, Alpha, Christianity Explored Courses, Freedom In Christ, Marriage Preparation Course, Marriage Course, Parenting Course.

Youth & Young People

Under 18s
0-18
Crèche (0-2), Discoverers (2-school age), Kids (primary school age), and Youth (up to 16). Kids Zoom during the service, email for log in details.
18-30s
18-30
All our activities in the church are designed for people of any age to enjoy together as a family. We have a large student group and work hard to ensure they feel integrated as key members of the church.