Sundays - Kids Church & Tots Church (11:30am-12:15pm)

Children and their families are really important and valued members of our congregation. 

We have Tots Church and Kids Church during our Sunday Morning Meetings, led by our amazing and skilled children's workers. 

Tots Church is for children around 18 months old to around 5 years old. It is up to you whether you would like to come out to Tots Church with your child or not, whatever you feel most comfortable with. 

• We usually start each session with 15-20 minutes of free play. When the weather allows, we go outside and play in the garden which has been set up with lovely play spaces for under 5s by the Nursery that use our building during the week. 
• Following this, we have a snack and a chat and sometimes play a quick game. 
• The Bible story is then told in a dynamic way, whether through an interactive retelling that the children take part in, or using props, reading a story book or watching a video. 
• We then have a time of prayer and a craft activity for the children. 
• The session finishes with a play-based activity relevant to what we've been exploring in that session. For example, one week we used toy boats in the water tray and watering cans to re-enact the story of Noah; another Sunday we used the sand box and sieves to look for hidden coins after exploring the story of Zacchaeus; we used a tuff tray and fine motor skills toys with sheep, green rice, and other relevant items when we looked at Psalm 23; and when we learned about the Holy Spirit as a comforter we set up a cosy den together and enjoyed some yummy snacks and stories. 

Kids Church is for children aged around 5 years old to 11 years old. These sessions include thoughtfully presented stories, and fun activities like crafts, games, and more. For example:

• When we explored the story of Peter walking on the water, we started by having fun predicting and testing whether items would float or sink in the water and talking about our own experiences of floating when we go swimming. 
• We then read a lovely retelling of the story from a children's book and watched a video version of the story too.
• Afterwards, we decorated Peter finger puppets and then used them as we 'walked' our fingers across blue oobleck (a mix of cornflour and water that is liquid until pressure is applied and it becomes solid, it then returns to a liquid again when the pressure is released). This was perfect for talking to the children about the way Peter walked on the water while he was looking at Jesus and trusting in Him, and began to sink when he began to doubt Jesus. 
• We ended our time together with a recap and prayer. 

We love exploring the Bible and what life with Jesus is like with the children and have lots of fun doing so! You and your little ones are very welcome to join us and we'd love to see you!

Please email Naomi.Rothery@salvationarmy.org.uk with any questions. 

Sunday - Youth Church & Youth Meet-ups

We have a growing youth group (aged 11-25) who love meeting together, having fun, and spending time with each other. 

Youth Meet-ups run fortnightly on Sunday afternoons after our Worship Meeting. We share a simple meal together and then take part in a different activity each time, from pumpkin carving to going out and watching a Dragon Boat Race to cosy movie afternoons or baking together. 

Youth Church runs fortnightly (on the weeks we don't have a Youth Meet-up) during our Sunday Worship Meeting from around 11:30am-12:15pm on the sofas in our café area. We play a game and enjoy some time chatting together, then explore a part of the Bible together in a casual, friendly discussion where everyone's views are heard and valued. 

The group is very welcoming and friendly, and we'd love to see you there!

Mondays - Teddy Toddlers (9:15-11:15am during Term Time)

Teddy Toddlers is our parent and toddler group that runs weekly during term time (excluding bank holidays). There are a wide variety of toys out for the children to play with, as well as a fun craft or engaging sensory activity. At around 10am, the children sit together for a fruit snack and a drink of water or squash. Following this, there are teas and coffees available for adults and a biscuit too. Just before 11am, we tidy up and then gather for singing time. We sing a variety of nursery rhymes and the children each have an instrument to play too. Teddy Toddlers sessions are £1.50 for the first child, and then £1 for each additional child. Children under 6 months of age are free of charge. We accept both card and cash. You are very welcome!

Upcoming Dates:

Mon 6th Jan 2025 - Teddy Toddlers Resumes
Mon 17th Feb 2025 - NO Teddy Toddlers (Half Term)
Mon 7th, 14th and 21st April 2025 - NO Teddy Toddlers (Easter Holidays)
Mon 5th May 2025 - NO Teddy Toddlers (Bank Holiday)
Mon 26th May 2025 - NO Teddy Toddlers (Half Term)
Mon 14th July 2025 - Last Teddy Toddlers before the Summer Holidays

Brunch at Bethlehem, Eggsperience Easter & Autumn Adventure (11am-12:30pm)

Three Sundays a year (Advent, Easter and Harvest), we run special events for families in our community . These events are completely free of charge and include crafts and activities, hot drinks and food as well as a story and song at the end when we gather together as a group. The next event is Eggsperience Easter which will be on Sunday 13th April 2025. Look out for more info coming soon!

Family Focus Sundays

Once a month, we hold a Family Focus Sunday (11am start). The Worship Band usually leads our time of worship on these Sundays and the meetings also include a creative prayer or worship activity, a children's story, a children's worship song, as well as chance for the children and youth to go out to Tots, Kids and Youth Church. The upcoming dates for these Sundays are on the poster below. We'd love to see you there!

Welcome to our friendly and relaxed worship community where we embrace and celebrate the creative chaos of life. Our worship meetings are full of laughter, fun, and an authentic desire to draw closer to Jesus and experience his presence.

We offer inspiring and practical Bible-based teaching to help you grow in your faith and live out your beliefs in everyday life. Our goal is to equip you with the tools you need to follow Jesus more closely and experience the abundant life He promises.

Our worship incorporates both traditional hymns and contemporary worship songs, supported by our brass band and songster brigade.

We would love for you to join us and participate in our worship community! If you’d prefer to participate online, or want to get a sense of what to expect on Sundays, check out our livestream on Youtube or Facebook.

Sunday

10.30 - 10.50am Prayer Meeting

11.00am - 12.15pm Worship Meeting

12.15pm Coffee and Tea

Monday

09:15am - 11:15am Teddy Toddlers Group

Tuesday

12.30-2.30pm Food Bank

7:45pm Band Practice

Wednesday

12:00pm Lunch club - £5 for a two course meal with drink. Booking is essential: email woking@salvationarmy.org.uk or phone 01483 793704

7:45pm Songster Practice

Thursday

9.00am - 12.00pm Coffee Morning & Chat

10.30 - 11.30am Small Group Bible Study

Friday

10.00am - 12.00pm Food Bank

The Salvation Army has always had a passion for caring for the community in practical ways.

In Woking we show that care in a number of ways.

Food Bank partnership

We host the town's Food Bank at our hall in Sythwood every Tuesday and Friday, offering a safe place for people to get the support they need. We also act as a referral agency for the Food Bank.

Visitation in Lakeview

We're not content to sit on our heels and wait for those needing help to come to us. We head into our neighbourhood, visiting with our neighbours and offering pastoral care, meaningful relationships and practical support. 

Community Space

Our building is nestled between the Horsell allotments and the community of Lakeview, and is a resource for community groups and local organisations in which to meet and operate. We are privileged to host a children's nursery, a dance school, baby massage group, Keep fit for older people, AA, and more. For more information about hiring our hall email woking@salvationarmy.org.uk

Christmas Support

At Christmas we support families in need through our Toy Appeal, and partnering with the Food Bank ensure that no child or family goes without at Christmas. Last year we distributed over 200 food parcels and presents for over 600 kids! 

We are blessed to have a Brass Band and a Songster Brigade to aid our worship and witness.

Brass Band

Our brass band is led by Major (Dr) John Martin, and rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings at 7.45pm. If you are interested in joining the band, or would like information about its ministries, email woking@salvationarmy.org.uk.

Songster Brigade

This is our Salvation Army name for our choir, and the Songster Brigade aids in our worship with inspiring and reflective choral music most Sundays. Our Songster Leader is Jo Cox, and rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at 7.45pm. For more information contact woking@salvationarmy.org.uk.

Contemporary Music

On the first Sunday of each month, the Brass Band and Songster Brigade have the week off, and piano and guitar assist in accompanying our worship with more contemporary music.

Partner with us in our mission to see lives transformed by the love of Jesus. 

You can give to Woking Salvation Army on our Justgiving page by clicking on the 'donate' button below.

If you'd like to give regularly by standing order, please email woking@salvationarmy.org.uk for bank details.

We rely on the generosity of our amazing community of volunteers who give of their time and love to help us care for our community.

Could you commit an hour or two per week to help us with out mission?  If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We are currently recruiting volunteers for:

Lunch Club (Wednesdays)

Every 2 months Woking Salvation Army publishes a news letter to report on what's been going on in our church and what is happening in the coming weeks.

You can view or download a copy below