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Everything you need to know before your first Sunday at GLC. No surprises, just a warm welcome.

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Your First Steps

A simple journey into church family

Whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a new church home, we want your first Sunday to feel clear, warm, and easy to step into.

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Before You Arrive

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Share a few details so our team can welcome you, answer questions, and help with children's registration before Sunday.

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On Sunday

Come as you are

Expect a warm welcome, worship, practical Bible teaching, prayer, and safe, caring spaces for children and teenagers.

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After Service

Start here with us

Stay for a few minutes after the gathering, meet the team, ask questions, and discover your next step at GLC.

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What to Expect

Your first Sunday, explained

1

Arrive from 10:45am

Doors open before the service starts. Arriving a little early gives you time to find parking, grab a coffee, meet some people, and settle in before worship begins. You'll be welcomed by our team as you arrive.

2

You'll be greeted warmly

Our welcome team will be at the door to meet you. Don't worry, nobody will put you on the spot, call you out in front of everyone, or make you feel uncomfortable. We just want you to feel at home.

3

Service begins at 11am

The Sunday Worship Service runs from 11am to approximately 1pm. We have vibrant, Spirit-filled worship, a Bible-based message delivered with clarity and power, and time for prayer. It's a full, rich experience.

4

Surge and FLAME are available

Surge is our children's ministry for ages 1-12. During each Sunday service, children enjoy age-appropriate Bible teaching, worship, games and activities in a safe, fun and caring environment. FLAME is our youth ministry for ages 13-17, where teenagers meet for relevant Bible teaching, discussion and friendship.

5

Come exactly as you are

There is absolutely no dress code at GLC. Smart casual is common, but what matters most is that you come. God sees the heart, not the outfit, and so do we.

6

Stay after the service

Don't rush off! Some of the best moments at GLC happen in the conversation, laughter, and community that flows after the service. Stick around, meet people, and get a feel for what family really looks like.

Service Details
When
Sundays · 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where
93 Saunders Ness Road
London, E14 3EB
Getting Here
Island Gardens DLR
5-minute walk

Let us know you're coming

Pre-register so we can welcome you personally and prepare for your children.

FAQs

Common questions

Come as you are, truly. Smart casual is what most people wear, but we have no dress code whatsoever. Whether you come in a suit, jeans, or anything in between, you are welcome. What matters is that you show up.

A typical Sunday at GLC includes vibrant worship music, a powerful and practical Bible-based message, prayer, and time to connect with others. Services run from 11am to approximately 1pm.

Yes. Surge serves children ages 1-12 through Surge Tots, Surge Alpha and Surge Plus. FLAME serves teenagers ages 13-17 with relevant Bible teaching, engaging discussion and friendship. Both run during the Sunday service with trained, caring team members.

Not at all. Whether you're curious about faith, searching for answers, returning to church after a long time away, or have followed Jesus for years, you are welcome here exactly as you are. We love people at every stage of their journey.

Giving is a part of our Sunday service, but it is always completely voluntary. As a first-time visitor, you are not expected to give. We will never pressure anyone. Giving is an act of worship for those who choose to participate.

Yes, street parking is available on Saunders Ness Road and the surrounding streets. We recommend arriving a little early, especially on busy weeks. There are also pay-and-display car parks nearby.

The nearest DLR station is Island Gardens, approximately a 5-minute walk from the venue. GLC is well connected by bus and DLR from across East and Central London.

Use the Quick Help button at the bottom right of this page for direct links to the most useful pages. You can also contact us at info@glclondon.church or call +44 (0) 207 001 770 and our team will be happy to help.

The Believers Class is a welcoming, no-pressure session for people who are new to church or to GLC and want to get more grounded in faith and connected to the community. It runs every first Sunday of the month, directly after the main service.

Yes! GLC London is one of East London's most diverse church communities. We have people from over 20 nations worshipping together every Sunday. Our diversity is something we celebrate and treasure deeply.

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