Hatfield Christian Church

You can’t live a resurrection life without first dying to the old one. Pastor Louis moves into the heart of Christian transformation in Colossians 3. Here, Paul gets practical in his letter, calling believers not just to believe in Christ but to become like Him. This means putting to death the old self: sinful desires, fractured relationships, disunity, and distorted sexual morality. In a world th...

We’re not just invited to believe in Jesus – we’re called to be filled with Him. In Colossians 2, Paul confronts deceptive ideas that threaten to replace Christ with lesser cosmic claims, including legalism, mysticism, philosophy, and spiritual forces. He reminds the Colossians, and us, that we don’t need to add anything to Jesus. Why? Because in Him, the fullness of God dwells, and we have been g...

Some things are ruined when you add to them. In the letter to the Colossians, Paul opens with a powerful declaration of Christ’s supremacy. The Colossians were being tempted to blend the Gospel with other beliefs – ceremony, legalism, angel worship, hidden knowledge. But Paul makes it clear: Jesus is not just part of the story – He is the WHOLE story. In this message, Pastor Louis unpacks what hap...

Parenting is one of the most meaningful – and often the most challenging – callings we can step into. But here’s the hope: we’re not called to do it alone. In this message, Ben Pinches unpacks what it means to build a household where Jesus is truly at home – where grace, truth, and love shape the atmosphere for both parents and children. From Deuteronomy to Ephesians, Scripture calls the home the...

What does it mean to live generously at home? This week’s message by our guest speaker, Dan Backens, explores how Jesus transforms our households into places of peace, purpose, and radical generosity. From 1 Peter 4:10, we’re reminded that every home is a space to steward God’s grace, not just in words, but through serving and giving. But to walk in true generosity, we must confront the spirit of...

What are we filling our homes with? In this message, Pastor Louis explores how to build a household grounded in prayer, devotion, and presence, not just rules or routines, but a living relationship with Jesus at the centre. Drawing from Joshua 24 and Jesus’ teaching about building on the rock, not the sand, we’re invited to make intentional choices about how we live in and lead our homes. Whether...

Welcome to the first message in our miniseries, where we explore what it means to be truly at home with Jesus, whether you’re single or married. In Scripture, the word “oikos” (Greek for “house” or “household”) doesn’t just refer to a building – it speaks of your relational world. Your family, friends, neighbours, and anyone you do life with. This is where the Gospel first takes root and we begin...

“He is not here – He is risen!” On Resurrection Sunday, we celebrate the victory of Jesus – not just a great teacher or prophet, but God Himself, risen from the dead. The empty tomb declares it: Christ is alive, and nothing will ever be the same. 💥 Christ’s resurrection confirms His divinity, and He is the pioneer of a movement that spans the globe. Jesus went first, defeating sin and death – and...

The cross is more than a symbol – it’s a diagnosis and a cure. It’s not just where Jesus died; it’s where our deepest wounds and sins are exposed and where healing begins. On Good Friday, we reflect on the outrageous truth of the cross: 💔 That Jesus – both physician and medicine (as Saint Augustine said) – chose the path of suffering to heal and restore us and all of creation. 📖 1 Peter 2 tells...

Ever feel like the world is just... loud right now? Conflicting voices, constant debates, and a rising pressure to pick a side. In John 7, the crowd around Jesus asked the same thing we often ask today: Who’s right? What’s right? The crowd was torn. Is Jesus a political figure? A prophet? A threat? Sound familiar? In our world of populism, nationalism, and toxic certainty, it’s easy to cling to be...

If you’ve ever felt like your prayers go unanswered or that heaven is silent, you’re not alone. The psalmist cried out, “Do not hide your face from me” (Psalm 27:9), and even Jesus Himself prayed, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matthew 27:46). Divine hiddenness is a mystery – but could it also be the very ground of faith? Mother Teresa, a symbol of unwavering devotion, wrestled with...

In Jeremiah 18, the prophet visits the potter’s house. What he sees is a powerful picture of God’s sovereignty, purpose, and transforming love. 🔥 The Potter’s hands shape with intention. 🌀 The wheel is where surrender and process take place. 🪨 The clay is formed, refined, and made ready to withstand the fire. Just as clay in the hands of a potter, we are shaped by God’s love, wisdom, and purpos...

What and who we honour shapes our cultures. From influencers to public figures – honour determines who gets our attention, earns our respect, and holds influence. But what does true honour look like from a Kingdom perspective? 🗨️ In this final message of the series, we unpack biblical honour – not as an outdated concept but as a powerful and relevant value for today. Honouring well begins with hon...

We believe the Church isn’t just a gathering – it’s a community living out God’s values and a prophetic witness to the world. A true Christian community is built on Christ’s selfless love, not comfort or preference. 💬 “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another” (John 13:35). Our love is our loudest testimony. In a world of isolated crowds, we’re a community on...

Following Jesus takes intentional effort. Paul compares it to athletic training – we don’t earn salvation, but we work on our sanctification, becoming more like Jesus (1 Corinthians 9). As Dallas Willard said, “Grace is not opposed to effort, it is opposed to earning.” 🔼 UP – Deepening our relationship with God through worship, prayer, and His Word. 🤝 IN – Growing in community, building meaningf...

At Hatfield, worship and prayer are at the heart of who we are. We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit, empowering believers to be Christ’s witnesses. The gifts of the Spirit are given for the building up of the Church, and we make space for His presence both in our gatherings and daily lives. 💡 The Church was birthed on Pentecost (Acts 2), filled with the Spirit, and sent into the world. O...

At Hatfield, we don’t separate life into “sacred” and “secular” – all of life is meant to be lived for God (Matthew 22:37). Our faith isn’t just about church gatherings; it’s about how we live every day, in every space. We are whole-life disciples, called to make an impact wherever we go. 💡 While the world chases power and influence, Jesus came to serve. He didn’t rely on power and prestige but c...

We believe God loves us and, therefore, we can love. Jesus came to reveal the Father and give us access to Him (John 14:6-7), shaping our understanding of God, people, and the world. ❤️ Our Relationship with God We don’t see God as angry or distant but as a loving Father who created us to love us. Even in our rebellion, He pursued us and sent Jesus so we could be restored (John 3:16). We serve Him...

God is a generous God! We see His abundant love poured out from creation to the Gospel story. Psalm 104 reminds us that He filled the earth with life and made space for all to dwell. In Christ, God invites us into His home, where generosity is not just something He gives – it’s who He is. 💛 As Hatfielders, we recognise His abundance, experience His generosity, and respond by living generously our...

The Kingdom of God doesn’t arrive with a grand spectacle — it starts small, like a mustard seed, growing into something unstoppable. Mark 4 reminds us that the Kingdom isn’t measured in big leaps but in small, faithful acts. 💡 Jesus’ death in a small Roman province seemed insignificant, yet it broke the power of darkness (Colossians 2:15). The Kingdom doesn’t come through power or wealth — it com...

Join us as Pastor Louis and others pray and commission you for your frontlines, the unique places where God has positioned you — at work, school, home, or in your community — as spaces of possibility and potential. Guided by the Great Commission, we’ll pray for boldness, wisdom, and opportunities to reflect Christ in these areas. Let’s lift each other up and embrace God’s promise: “And surely I am...

The Lord’s Prayer is the most well-known prayer in history. Jesus instructed his first disciples in the words of this prayer when they asked him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” We also know from early church history that the disciples recited the prayer three times daily: morning, noon, and night. Join Pastor Louis for the launch of our Week of Prayer and Fasting as he teaches you how to regularly give...

How do we centre our lives on what truly matters? Pastor Louis invites us to reflect on what it means to seek God’s Kingdom first in a world full of distractions and uncertainties. Discover how aligning your heart with God’s purposes reshapes your priorities and gives you the freedom to trust in His good plans. This message will challenge and encourage you to approach the coming year with faith an...

Join Pastor Louis this Sunday and experience a time of worship, connection, and spiritual growth. Whether you’re seeking encouragement, hope, or a sense of belonging, there’s a place for you here. Let’s gather as a community of whole-life disciples, lifting our hearts and voices to the One who gives us hope and purpose.

As the year ends, join us and Pastor Ian for a special New Year’s Eve service to reflect on God’s faithfulness and look ahead with hope. Let’s enter the new year together, grounded in faith and filled with expectation for all that God has in store. Everyone is welcome – come and start the new year with purpose and peace!