The Northstowe Church Network is an ecumenical Christian charity rooted in the life of Northstowe, shaped by a shared commitment to inclusion, hospitality, and community engagement. Formed by partners from the Church of England, the United Reformed Church, and the Baptist tradition, the Network exists to support prayer, worship, exploration, and service in a rapidly growing new town. Our vision is to be a generous and open-hearted Christian presence, attentive to the diverse people who make Northstowe their home, and committed to creating spaces where faith can be explored safely, honestly, and collaboratively, in ways that respect difference and encourage participation.
The Network currently supports three worshipping communities, each shaped around different rhythms and stages of life, but held together by shared values and leadership. Pathfinder Church is an all-age, intergenerational community centred on accessible worship, storytelling, and practical discipleship. Compline Community offers a quieter, reflective rhythm of prayer and theological conversation, particularly suited to those seeking depth, stillness, and shared discernment. Little Explorers is a playful, faith-informed gathering for very young children and their carers, designed to nurture curiosity, belonging, and early spiritual language. Together, these communities express a commitment to inclusion that is relational rather than programmatic, aligned with the values and commitments of Inclusive Church, and rooted in the lived reality of Northstowe.