Sharing hope and serving others
At Waypoint Church, we believe that following Jesus means putting our faith into action — loving our neighbours, caring for those in need, and standing alongside those facing hardship.
As a church, our desire is to be part of God’s work both locally and globally, sharing the hope and compassion of Jesus through prayer, practical support and meaningful partnerships.
We currently support and work alongside Open Doors, YMCA Bournemouth, FaithWorks Foodbank and Link To Hope
Standing with the Persecuted Church
Open Doors is an international Christian ministry supporting those who are persecuted for their faith in Jesus. Across the world, millions of Christians face discrimination, hostility and hardship simply because they choose to follow Christ.
Open Doors works alongside local churches and believers, providing practical support including Bibles, discipleship resources, leadership training, advocacy and encouragement.
At Waypoint Church, we fund the work of Open Doors and stand with our persecuted brothers and sisters through prayer, awareness and financial giving.
Through Open Doors, we join with the worldwide church in reminding persecuted Christians that they are seen, remembered and not alone.
Supporting and Strengthening Our Community
YMCA Bournemouth is part of an inclusive Christian movement working to transform communities so that everyone can belong, contribute and thrive.
Through a wide range of services, YMCA Bournemouth supports people across the local area through accommodation, youth projects, family support, wellbeing programmes and opportunities for positive change.
Their work helps some of the most vulnerable people in our community, including those facing homelessness or difficult circumstances, providing practical support, encouragement and hope for the future.
The YMCA Chaplaincy service also works alongside churches and organisations across BCP, offering spiritual support and pastoral care for residents, staff, volunteers and the wider community.
Waypoint Food Bank – Showing Love in Practical Ways
As part of our local mission, Waypoint Church is privileged to partner with FaithWorks as a Foodbank satellite location, helping provide essential support to individuals and families in our community.
Our Food Bank is open every Friday from 9am – 12pm, offering food, support, friendship and a warm welcome. The challenges faced by people in our community are varied, and the increasing pressures of everyday life mean more people are finding themselves in need of help.
If you need a food parcel, you will require a referral from a health or social care professional, Citizens Advice, or another approved referral partner. This helps ensure support reaches those who need it most.
You are also very welcome to pop in, enjoy a coffee and find out more about the work of the Food Bank.
Rebuilding Lives & Communities in Eastern Europe through Education and Social Care
Link to Hope’s aim is to combat poverty and give humanitarian aid and has special concern for the most disadvantaged. The poorest – especially people struggling to survive in poor villages that lack basic amenities. The most vulnerable – especially children and the most marginalised. The most exploited – the families and individuals who are at the mercy of authorities and circumstances that they have no control over Link to Hope’s vision is that one day every person in Eastern Europe will have a safe environment to live in and access to basic healthcare, human rights, employment and education.
At Waypoint we support Link to Hope by collecting, making & funding the purchase of the items that comprise the shoeboxes sent to Eastern Europe each year and totalled 100 in 2025
Making a Difference Together
Whether standing alongside persecuted Christians around the world, supporting vulnerable people locally and internationally, or providing practical help to those facing difficult times, our heart is to reflect the love of Jesus and bring hope wherever God calls us to serve. If you would like to find out more about our Missions and Outreach, please fill in the form below.