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The Bear is a Christian church based in Deptford in South East London. We are a diverse and growing group of people committed to God and others.

12/10/2026

Thank you to The Green Bear Group for hosting Nature Church yesterday instead of our usual service in a building!

09/10/2026

On Sunday evenings* we run a community meal and short service (for those who wish to join). A hot meal with tea and coffee provided in a warm space. We're so grateful for our amazing volunteers who help with the following roles:

-Head chef
-Sous chef
-Set up/set down
-Serving
-Washing up

We need more volunteers to help make Sunday evenings happen, if you're interested in helping out please email [email protected]

*closed every last Sunday of the month

07/10/2026

The Green Bear Group will be leading our all age service this Sunday (11th October)

Meet at Church Of Ascension, Dartmouth Row, 11.45am for tea and coffee, followed by a 45 minute outdoor service to The Point.

Tips:
🌧☀️ Come dressed for the weather
🪑 Bring a camping chair if you'd prefer to sit
🅿️ There is some accessible parking by The Point, please be ready for us to join you at 12:10

16/09/2026

POV of church/kids group from a child in The Bear Church.

15/09/2026

Here's a short part of "The Well Runs Deep" a three part audioscape created by Larry and Owen. Inspired by conversations from the past and dreamings of the future from within our community. Over summer we listened to the scape and walked around Deptford which is where these clips have been filmed.

To listen to the full track:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/694e38z292xG5lEDwB3usW?si=j52_KxIPQsCygRauN04DoQ

08/09/2026

Our Cooking with English Class is restarting this Thursday after a Summer break. A free project for beginner and intermediate English learners through cooking.

Thursdays 11:00-13:00
The Bear Church, Frankham Street, London SE8 4RN

For more information email [email protected]

07/09/2026

CLASS STARTS AGAIN THIS THURSDAY AT 11AM. PLEASE SHARE!

02/09/2026

After 6 amazing Summer Sundays we're back to regular scheduling with our services.

Midday Service
11:45 - Tea and Coffee
12:00 - Service
📍 Church of The Ascension Dartmouth Row, Blackheath, London SE10 8AW

Evening service
A hot meal for those who are hungry followed by small circle service
18:00 - Meal
19:00 - Service
📍 9 Wotton Rd, London SE8 5TQ

26/08/2026

Summer Sundays, Week 6. This week we're at Greenbelt Festival so there will be no service in London. Back to usual services at 12:00 on the 6th September at Church of The Ascension.

24/08/2026

Summer Sundays Week 5!

Thank you to the Jones' for hosting our annual summer brunch in their garden, this week we will be at Greenbelt Festival!

Address

The Bear Church, The Shaftesbury Centre, Frankham Street, United Kingdom
London
SE84RN

Website

http://www.thebear.tv/

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