Where are we? background Mission statement Aims & Objectives
Our address is
891 Great Horton Road
BRADFORD
BD7 4AQ
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Accessible
buses stop directly in front of the church on each side of the road
Timetables can be seen here
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We do not have a car park. However, free on street parking is available on the main road and side streets. We encourage car sharing and ask that visitors are mindful of local residential needs as well.
Background to the church
Horton Bank is situated on a major arterial road leading from Bradford
to Halifax (A647). The church is the only community facility serving
this multi-cultural residential area. Sited in the centre of the Horton
Bank area, it is an ideal point from which to reach the neighbourhood
and, indeed, also serves as a well-known local landmark in the
community. It is easily accessible by public transport with bus stops
for both directions (Bradford and Halifax) situated in front of the
building.
Horton Bank Methodist Church began on its present site in 1871 in a small wooden chapel. Increased demand led to the building of the present church in 1926 and the community building from 1961. Further demand means that the premises have recently been upgraded to meet the needs of present and potential users in the 21st century.
Horton Bank
Methodist Church Mission Statement
The mission of the church is to be “Here for all”. This
statement was the agreed outcome of a series of local church meetings
held in 2001. The following aims and objectives were also identified:
Aims:
To be a spiritual focus for the area.
To be a people who care for each other & our neighbours both near & far.
To be a local focal point & resource.
To remember & act in the interests of the wider world.
The achievement of these aims requires the adoption of certain objectives.
Objectives:
To creatively and imaginatively develop
and use our facilities to meet the needs of our community.
To work with the wider community to make our building and activities
welcoming and as accessible as possible to all.
To make the place alive and vibrant reflecting our faith.
To offer a variety of worship opportunities.
To strengthen our connection with the World Church and to better channel
our energies into serving those whose need is greatest.