About The Forest Group

The Forest Group is a family of three churches on the edge of Epping Forest, which came together in 2004 to share resources, expertise and ministry and be church together:
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• Chingford URC
• St James' URC
• Woodford Green URC

Even though each church has kept its identity and main activities, we enjoy regular joint services and other activities together, like messy church, bible studies, coffee mornings or quiet days.

We belong to Thames North Synod.

Our Vision Statement

We are a welcoming, inclusive community, following God in Jesus, learning about God and caring for Creation, growing in faith and joy.

We aim to be witnesses to the love of God and the teachings of Jesus Christ, by supporting people within and beyond our community.