About Salvation Army Church
Salvation Army Church in Barking, Greater London, belongs to the Salvation Army family of churches. The congregation meets at 240 Ripple Road, Barking. Up-to-date service times and contact details are published on the church's website at www.salvationarmy.org.uk/barking.
The Salvation Army family of churches carries a long and particular story within the wider Church. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship. Local churches, called corps, combine Sunday services with food banks, debt advice, homelessness support and, famously, brass bands. There are around 600 corps across the UK and Ireland. The tradition traces its modern form to 1865. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts around 600 corps in the UK and Ireland.
The congregation shares in a long history of worship in England, where the parish system has shaped local life for more than a thousand years. Barking lies within Greater London, whose county town is London. The church forms part of the wider Salvation Army presence across Greater London.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Salvation Army Church?⌄
Salvation Army Church is at 240 Ripple Road, Barking, Greater London, IG11 7DJ.
What denomination is Salvation Army Church?⌄
Salvation Army Church is part of the Salvation Army family of churches. The Salvation Army was founded by William and Catherine Booth in the East End of London in 1865 and is known as much for its social work as for its worship.
When are services at Salvation Army Church?⌄
Service times for Salvation Army Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/barking or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Salvation Army Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/barking.
What is the phone number for Salvation Army Church?⌄
You can ring Salvation Army Church on +44 20 8594 2964. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Salvation Army Church?⌄
The church is at 240 Ripple Road, Barking, Greater London. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is Salvation Army Church accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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