About Stockton Road URC Church
Among the United Reformed congregations of Tyne and Wear, Stockton Road URC Church gathers in Sunderland. The building stands at Stockton Road, Sunderland. The church keeps its service schedule and activities updated at sunderlandurc.org.uk/stockton-road.
United Reformed churches form a well-established strand of Christianity in the United Kingdom. The United Reformed Church was created in 1972 by the union of Congregational and Presbyterian churches in England and Wales, later joined by the Churches of Christ. It stands in the Reformed tradition and is known for its ecumenical spirit. Today it has around 1,000 local churches and some 35,000 members. The tradition traces its modern form to 1972. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts about 35,000 members.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Sunderland lies within Tyne and Wear, whose county town is Newcastle upon Tyne. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Sunderland worth getting to know.
If you are thinking of visiting, there is no need to book: most congregations are delighted to see new faces. Getting there is usually easiest on foot or by local bus, since on-site parking can be scarce, and anyone who needs step-free access should contact the church beforehand to check what the building offers.
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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 Stockton Road URC Church?⌄
Stockton Road URC Church is at Stockton Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7DD.
What denomination is Stockton Road URC Church?⌄
Stockton Road URC Church worships within the United Reformed stream of Christianity. The United Reformed Church was created in 1972 by the union of Congregational and Presbyterian churches in England and Wales, later joined by the Churches of Christ.
When are services at Stockton Road URC Church?⌄
Service times for Stockton Road URC Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check https://sunderlandurc.org.uk/stockton-road/ or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does Stockton Road URC Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is https://sunderlandurc.org.uk/stockton-road/.
How do I get to Stockton Road URC Church?⌄
The church is at Stockton Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. 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 Stockton Road URC 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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