Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Welcome to Lawrence Saunders Road Baptist Church
Established in 1926, Lawrence Saunders Road Baptist Church has served the Radford area of Coventry for nearly a century. Our church community is dedicated to fostering spiritual growth through worship, fellowship, and outreach. We prioritise inclusivity, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds to explore faith in Jesus Christ. Our historical building, preserved through wartime challenges, now hosts modern facilities supporting both congregational needs and wider community initiatives. Through regular worship services, educational programs, and mission work, we strive to embody Christian values locally and globally.Our leadership team combines pastoral care with practical governance to maintain smooth operations. Community engagement remains central to our mission, demonstrated through initiatives like our Saturday Cafe, Memory Lane Cafe for dementia support, and international partnerships with organisations like Global Care and BMS World Mission. The church's resilience and adaptability have enabled sustained service despite economic and social changes over decades.
Services
Worship Services
Community Outreach
Mission Programs
Sunday School
Cafes
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We've served Coventry's Radford community since 1926 with historical continuity
- Our inclusive approach welcomes diverse backgrounds and spiritual journeys
- We operate dementia support cafes and Romanian/Eritrean church partnerships
- International mission work spans Uganda and global Baptist networks
- Modern facilities support both worship and community development programs
Services
Worship Services
Regular Christian worship gatherings featuring sermons, music, and communion. Our services blend traditional and contemporary elements to engage diverse age groups. Weekly programs include Sunday School for children and youth, with audio sermons available online for remote access.
Community Outreach
Monthly Saturday Cafes provide free refreshments and social connection. Memory Lane Cafes offer dementia support with specialist activities. We partner with Hope Coventry to coordinate city-wide Christian outreach initiatives across Coventry's diverse communities.
Mission Programs
International mission partnerships include Global Care in Uganda and BMS World Mission. Our teams have delivered educational resources and infrastructure improvements abroad. Local fundraising supports ongoing global Christian development projects in 30+ countries.
Sunday School
Educational programs for children during Sunday services. Messy Church events combine crafts, drama, and Bible teachings in accessible formats. Activities aim to engage both regular attendees and community newcomers through interactive learning experiences.
Cafes
Community-focused cafes operate weekly, including Friday dementia support sessions and monthly Saturday refreshment events. These spaces facilitate social connection, carer support, and informal evangelism through practical hospitality and inclusive engagement.
People
Steve Millard
Pastor
Lead pastor overseeing spiritual direction and pastoral care. Steve provides sermon leadership, coordinates worship services, and guides theological education programs for all age groups within the church community.
Adam Tucker
Leadership Team
Active member of the leadership team responsible for strategic planning and operational oversight. Contributes to sermon delivery and community engagement initiatives through practical ministry involvement.
Jayne Parkes
Leadership Team
Key leadership team member focused on community outreach programs. Coordinates local mission activities including cafe operations and dementia support services for the church.
Joy Agorh
Leadership Team
Leadership team member involved in international mission coordination. Supports global outreach efforts through planning, fundraising, and direct participation in overseas mission trips.
David Ford
Leadership Team
Leadership team contributor focused on administrative governance and facility management. Ensures operational efficiency while maintaining the church's historical building and modern facilities.
Questions
What worship services do you offer?
We provide traditional Sunday worship services with sermons, music, and communion. Special events include carol services and Messy Church family sessions.
How can I access community support programs?
Our Saturday Cafes operate monthly, and Memory Lane Cafes for dementia support run weekly. Contact the church office for current schedules and participation details.
Are there children's activities available?
Yes, we offer Sunday School programs and Messy Church events combining crafts, drama, and Bible teachings for children of all ages.
How does the church support global missions?
We partner with Global Care and BMS World Mission, sending teams to Uganda and supporting international Christian development projects through fundraising and volunteer participation.
What accessibility features exist?
Our facilities include wheelchair access and dementia-friendly spaces. The building accommodates diverse needs with adaptable areas for different community groups.
