About us

Vision

Values

Identity

Community

Mission

People

Generosity

Faith

Honour

Leadership

Ben Tarbuck

Ben Tarbuck

Leader

Ben is authentic, witty and nurturing.

He is the Leader of Way, passionate about preparing space in society for all people to find wholeness through Jesus.

Rachel Calland

Rachel Calland

Associate Leader

Rachel is bold, honest and adventurous.

She is part of the Lead Team at Way, passionate about the church representing who Jesus really is to see transformation in all of culture.

Chevron Taylor

Chevon Taylor

Associate Leader

Chevon is strategic, warm and creative.

She is part of the Lead Team at Way, passionate about seeing all people find freedom, family and communion with Jesus.

Jake Isaac

Associate Leader

Jake is tenacious, fun and devoted.

He is part of the Lead Team at Way, passionate about leading others to seek God in worship and prayer and truly know Him.

Why we exist

For all people to find their way to God.

Way is a non-denominational Christian church located in Wigan, Greater Manchester (NW of England). We are diverse and made up of people of all ages. No matter what your background or worldview is, we believe that Jesus is the way to life for everyone.

Why We Exist

What we believe

About God

There is one God, the creator and ruler of the universe. He exists eternally in three distinct but equal persons – the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Genesis 1:1; Genesis 1:26-27; Genesis 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14

About humanity

People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. They are the supreme object of God’s creation. Although people have tremendous potential for good, they are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. This attitude separates humankind from God.

Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1-2

About Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all mankind by dying on a cross. He rose from the dead after three days to demonstrate his power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Matthew 1:22-23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; John 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14-15; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Romans 1:3-4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14-15; Titus 2:13

About salvation

Salvation is a gift from God to mankind. People can never make up for their sin by self-improvement or good works – only by trusting in Jesus. God’s offer of forgiveness means we can be saved from sin’s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment a person receives Jesus into their life by faith.

Romans 6:23;  Ephesians 2:8-9; John 14:6;  John 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1

About the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son as God. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live under His guidance daily.

2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; John 14:16-17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:1

About the Bible

The Bible is God’s word to all mankind. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is truth without any mixture or error.

2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160; Psalm 12:6; Proverbs 30:5

About water baptism

Baptism by immersion symbolises the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus and is the public declaration that you have accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Saviour. Baptism does not save you, but shows the world that you have already been saved. Whilst baptism is not required for salvation, it is a biblical command and demonstrates your love and obedience to Christ.

Romans 6:3-5; Colossians 2:12; Acts 2:38-41; Ephesians 2:8-9; Matthew 28:19-20

About baptism in the Holy Spirit

Baptism in the Holy Spirit is an experience separate from salvation that imbues believers with power for sharing the good news of God and for effective living before Him. This experience also opens up a whole new world of empowerment towards specific gifts of the Spirit given by God, to be used for encouragement and direction.

Acts 1:4-5; Acts 8; Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 11:14-16; Acts 19:6

About the Church

The universal Church is the body of which Christ is the head and to which all who are saved belong. It is made visible by local churches – groups of believers who live in a committed relationship with each other for the purpose of worshipping God, discipleship and living on mission.

Colossians 1:8; Romans 12:5; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; Ephesians 4:12

About eternity

Man was created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life.

John 3:16; John 2:25; John 5:11-13; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15; 1 John 5:11-12; Matthew 25:31-46