Sunday Service at St James Church, Bermondsey
Welcome! You can be sure of a warm welcome and we’re always glad to see new people.
Our doors are open to everyone—people of all ages, backgrounds, and life stages. Join us for our Sunday morning service at 10:30 AM, where you’ll find a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, meaningful worship, and engaging messages that connect to daily life. Tea and coffee are served afterwards, offering a chance to connect and make new friends.
What kinds of people come to St James?
All ages, all nationalities, new arrivals, Bermondsey born and bred people. We aim to give a friendly welcome to people of all ages and backgrounds. Whatever stage you are in your own spiritual journey we hope you will feel at home at St James.
What can I expect?
A relaxed informal service with a mix of traditional hymns and modern songs, and a down-to-earth message from the Bible that connects with everyday life.
When does the service start?
10.30am.
What is the dress code?
Most people dress casually but there are no hard and fast rules.
How will I know what to do?
Our services are simple and straightforward with no standing on ceremony. The service leaders give clear directions so everyone knows what to do.
What about the kids?
Children are very welcome. We have a Sunday group for 4-11 year olds that takes place during the service. Once a month we have a child-friendly family service instead. There is also a creche room for children under 4 (from which parents can see and hear the service).
What about disabled access?
There are ramps to enter the building and there is a toilet for people with disabilities; there is also a hearing loop system for use during the services. There is a disabled parking bay in Thurland Rd (opposite the church) but during service times cars may be parked in the churchyard itself.
What kind of church is St James?
We are an Anglican church which means we are part of the Church of England and the worldwide Anglican Communion.
We are an evangelical church which means that we take God’s Word, the Bible, as our supreme authority in all that we do and believe and that we place a top priority on proclaiming the Good News about Jesus.
We are a parish church which means we have a special responsibility and care for the people who live within our parish boundaries, as well as being involved in God’s work in the rest of Bermondsey, the Diocese, and, indeed, the world.
Where is the church?
The church is in the middle of Thorburn Square, SE1 5QH. You can enter the square from Simms Rd, Fort Rd, Welford Rd or Longley St and you can park in any of those streets. Bus 1 runs along Southwark Park Rd and bus 381 along St James's Rd. The church is a short walk away.
