WHAT WE'RE DOING
Coastlands Family Church is involved in a number of projects reaching into the community. Some of these projects are run by the Church, others involve us working with other churches.
Our goal is always: Connect with God, connect with each other and connect with the community.
Connect with
the Community
Vale
Foodbank
There is poverty on our doorstep.
We are working to tackle this and support those experiencing it.
The foodbank at Coastlands is part of the Vale Foodbank. Coastlands is one of eight centres currently serving the community.
When: 1:30-3pm on Mondays｜4-5:30pm Thursdays
Where: Coffee Shop
What: We operate as an emergency food provision for those in financial hardship in our local community as part of the Vale Foodbank. In addition to serving meals, we work with many agencies across the Vale of Glamorgan to support people facing the root causes of poverty.
Visitors can expect:
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A hot meal at the coffee shop
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A 3-day emergency food parcel
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Workshops on topics the community cares about
We have a participation worker who provides workshops for those with the lived experience of poverty so their voices are heard. They in turn help us support people most effectively.
Community Café
When: 11am-2pm ｜Every Wednesday
Where: Coffee Shop
What: Anyone is welcome to join us for tea, coffee, beans on toast and cakes (all free, with an optional donation). We host an adult craft activity, but feel free to bring along your own crafting project for a chat with our Knit and Natter ladies. Card and boardgames are also available.
Caterpillars
When: 9:30am-11am｜Every Thursday
Where: Main Hall
Cost: £1 per family
What: Caterpillars is for all parents or carers with preschool-aged children. For the first hour, kids are welcome to play freely. We provide a snack and Bible-based story, then finish with a song. Staffed by volunteers (DBS checked). All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Men Changing Lives
When: 6:30pm-8:30pm ｜Every Thursday
Where: Coffee Shop
What: Men Changing Lives is a community group that puts men’s mental wellbeing first. Visitors can expect a safe, non-judgmental environment where men can be honest and open whilst improving themselves. Expect a hot meal and quality time. It is open to all and completely free.
Men's Fellowship
When: 10am-12pm｜Monthly on a Saturday*
Where: Coffee Shop
What: The church's men's fellowship is an opportunity for men to gather for a delicious hot breakfast, chat about their lives and hear testimonies.
*See events calendar.
Messy Church
When: 5:30pm-7pm ｜Christmas, Easter, and summer*
Where: Main Hall + Coffee Shop
What: We run three Messy Church events a year. Children (primary school age and under) are invited to this special event where we provide crafts, fun activities, and an interactive talk. We serve a warm meal for everyone who attends.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
*See events calendar.
Community Garden
When: Various dates and times
Where: Tennyson Rd
What: We have a community garden located on Tennyson Rd where we grow our own produce. This feeds into our foodbank (we love to give our produce out!). It is run on a volunteer basis.
Toybox
Donate: 9:30am-12:30pm ｜Monday-Friday
Where: Unit 2 Thompson Street, Barry CF63 4JL
What: Toybox runs all year round to support families referred by social services. We provide these families with a toybox filled with age-appropriate crafts and toys.
Donations must be new or like-new.
School engagement
When: Various dates and times
Where: Various locations
What: Our Assistant Pastor Becky Morgan regularly visits local primary schools to give faith-based assemblies and build relationships with the families in our local community.
Special Courses
We occasionally run special courses for church members and the community alike. Check out the options below.
To find out when the next course will run, send us an email.
Freedom in Christ
Who: New and seasoned Christians
What: The Freedom In Christ Course is a 10 session discipleship course, perfect for small groups. This course will equip you to embrace who you are in Christ and deal with what is holding you back from experiencing the abundant life in Jesus Christ.
See the event calendar for dates.
Alpha
Who: People curious about or new to faith
What: Got questions about faith, life or who God is? Alpha is an opportunity for you and your friends to explore life and the Christian faith, to ask questions and share your point of view in an open, friendly environment.
See the event calendar for dates.