Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Welcome to West Park
West Park is a community of Christians united by faith in Jesus Christ, dedicated to glorifying God through worship, discipleship, and biblical teaching. Established in 1968 as Merridale Church, we relocated to our current site on Connaught Road in the early 1980s after a period of growth and renovation. Our services follow a simple format centered on Bible reading, preaching, and prayer, with a focus on applying Scripture to modern life. We meet weekly for Sunday worship at 11am and 6pm, and Tuesday evening Bible study at 7:45pm. Our beliefs are rooted in the authority of the Bible, the historic Christian creeds, and the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith.We practice believer's baptism by immersion and maintain fellowship with like-minded churches while operating as an independent congregation. Our leadership consists of Elders and Deacons, including Minister Andrew Whitehead, who guide the church in accordance with biblical principles. We welcome people from all backgrounds to join our community, whether through regular attendance, open-air evangelism, or participation in our outreach activities. Our mission remains to proclaim God's word and make disciples who reflect Christ's righteousness.
Services
Sunday Services
Bible Study
Sermons
Baptism
Community Outreach
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We uphold historic Christian beliefs rooted in the Bible and creeds
- Our leadership follows biblical qualifications for elders and deacons
- We practice believer's baptism by immersion as taught in Scripture
- Our ministry combines traditional worship with contemporary relevance
- We maintain strong community ties through local outreach initiatives
What people say
Strong relationships
Spiritual growth
Biblical teaching
Welcoming community
Practical application
Services
Sunday Services
Our Sunday services feature Bible reading, congregational singing, and expository preaching. We meet at 11am and 6pm to worship God through Word and prayer. The services follow a simple format designed to focus on spiritual growth and community fellowship.
Bible Study
Midweek Bible study sessions occur every Tuesday at 7:45pm. These gatherings focus on in-depth Scripture analysis and prayer. Participants explore biblical themes and their practical applications for modern Christian living through guided discussion and teaching.
Baptism
We practice believer's baptism by full immersion as a public declaration of faith. Baptism services occur regularly following personal profession of faith in Christ. This ordinance symbolizes spiritual rebirth and commitment to Christian discipleship according to New Testament teachings.
Community Outreach
Our outreach includes Wednesday lunchtime evangelism in the city centre and local community engagement. We aim to share the gospel message through practical compassion and open-air preaching. These initiatives connect us with diverse groups across Wolverhampton's urban landscape.
Sermons
Recorded sermons are available online for those unable to attend in person. Our preaching follows systematic Bible exposition, working through books of the Bible or thematic studies. Each message focuses on applying Scripture to contemporary Christian living and spiritual growth.
People
Andrew Whitehead
Minister
Originally from Aberdare, Andrew studied music at Aberystwyth before teaching and later training for ministry. He served in Stoke-on-Trent before joining West Park in 2013. Married to Karen with four sons.
Steve Doyle
Elder
Raised in Essex, Steve became a Christian during university studies. Works as a Human Resources Manager while serving the church. Married to Helen with three children, all now adults.
Adrian Sargent
Elder
Wolverhampton native and church member for over 40 years. Retired from public sector corporate governance. Married to Faith with two children and five grandsons.
Paul Bradley
Deacon
Lifelong church member and qualified accountant working for a multinational firm. Serves as church treasurer. Married to Caroline with two sons.
Courtney Smith
Deacon
Local Police Community Support Officer and church member since 1986. Married to Gillian in 2014 after long-term service at West Park.
Questions
What are your Sunday service times?
We hold services at 11am and 6pm every Sunday, featuring worship through singing, prayer, and Bible preaching.
What denominational affiliation do you have?
We are an independent evangelical church, not part of any denomination, while maintaining fellowship with like-minded congregations.
How can I join the church?
After attending regularly, speak to our leadership about membership. This involves public profession of faith and baptism by immersion.
Do you offer children's programs?
While not explicitly stated, our community includes people of all ages and we welcome families to participate in our services.
Where are you located?
We meet at Connaught Road, Wolverhampton WV1 4PN, near West Park, with easy access from the city centre.
