Events

The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. (Psalm 18:1-2 NIV)

Events Throughout the Year

Upcoming Events 2026

Every January for 3 weeks in the month, Ivy Church participates in the Daniel Fast.
It's a time for focusing on the Lord and seeking a deeper relationship with Him.
More information about it can be found on this website link: https://ultimatedanielfast.com/

“My Hope is in You” is the theme for the 2026 Daniel Fast. Each day of the fast, you’ll focus on one verse at a time from Psalm 25.
The next Daniel Fast will be held January 4-25, 2026.

‘The Daniel Fast is an opportunity for you to draw closer to God through fervent, focused prayer. It involves a 21-day commitment to a partial fast, which means you restrict commonly enjoyed foods as an act of worship and consecration to the Lord.

Daniel was greatly concerned for his people and sought the Lord’s wisdom during a time of prayer and fasting.
“At that time I, Daniel, mourned for three weeks. I ate no choice food; no meat or wine touched my lips" (Dan. 10:2-3).

"The intention of the modern-day Daniel Fast is not to duplicate exactly what Daniel did but the spirit in which he did it. Daniel’s passion for the Lord caused him to hunger and thirst more for spiritual food than for physical food."

"The most important part of the Daniel Fast is that you deny yourself physically so that you may seek the Lord in prayer and grow closer to Him."

When you commit to the fast, you can access resources to encourage you on your journey (click on this link).
The Daniel Fast is about the Lord and knowing him more.

For Your Diary: Easter is a very special time for us each year. We remember the crucifixion and the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. He was bruised for our transgressions, paying the price for the sinful nature of man - us. On the 3rd day He rose from the grave, conquering death, forgiving us, and giving us eternal hope.
Easter Sunday in 2026 will be on 5th April.

Maundy Thursday Service, 6.30pm at St Agnes Church*
Good Friday Service on 3rd April 2026
10.00am at Parkway Methodist Church*
(* Details & Venues are To Be Confirmed)

- Followed by Walk of Witness -
carrying the cross, starting at Parkway, proceeding (via subway) to St Agnes, then St Barnabas School and finishing at Ivy Church.

Prayer, Worship & Community Events

There are many events taking place in and around Bristol
Please be sure to check out the Together 4 Bristol website for details.

For current events, please go directly to the Together 4 Bristol website HERE

All Previous Events

Alpha is an 11-week course that creates a space, online or in person, where people can bring their friends for a conversation about faith, life and God. Periodically, Ivy Church will host Alpha Courses so look out for special notifications.

https://www.alpha.org

Church Outings to the seaside, countryside or adventure parks are always something great to look forward to. A special treat is an action packed weekend away in a lovely, cosy and warm venue in truly awesome and idyllic surroundings. Look out for details in our Church Calendar.

'Satellites' is a new event for young people, and launched in the Summer of 2022. It’s a five-day gathering designed to inspire teenagers to live with God at the centre of their lives for the other 360 days of the year.

Satellites 2025 will be held at Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset from Wednesday 6th - Sunday 10th August 2025
Theme: Hope & Glory

For more information about Satellites check out the Youthscape website:
https://www.youthscape.co.uk/satellites

Sunday 7th September 2025

Picnic in the Park is a joint church community event that takes place in the summer in Mina Road Park, St. Werburgh's, Bristol. It's a fun afternoon packed with lots to do, eat and drink. There might be a puppet show, bouncy castle, a talk for the younger children and there'll be an opportunity to sing and thank God for all He has done for us.

Mina Road Park 1.00pm-5.00pm

2025 Ivy Church Christmas Programme

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 1v10 & 11 (NIV)