Welcome to Churches Together in Dorset

Through collaboration, mutual support, and shared mission, we aim to make a meaningful impact in our local communities, promoting peace, justice, and hope. Whether you’re a long-standing member or exploring faith for the first time, we warmly welcome you to journey with us in fellowship and shared purpose.

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Churches Together in Dorset (CTD) serves as the intermediate ecumenical body for the county of Dorset, encompassing the Boroughs of Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. As a recognized partner of Churches Together in England, CTD plays a vital role in promoting Christian unity across denominational lines.

Bringing together a diverse spectrum of Christian traditions—including Anglican, Roman Catholic, Methodist, Baptist, United Reformed, Pentecostal, Orthodox, and independent fellowships—CTD exists to encourage mutual understanding, collaborative action, and shared witness. It provides a platform where churches can journey together in faith, addressing both local and global challenges through prayer, service, and dialogue.

CTD supports numerous initiatives that range from inter-church worship events and community outreach to social justice advocacy and theological reflection. Whether it’s organizing joint prayer gatherings, supporting food banks and refugee ministries, or facilitating conversations around reconciliation and peacebuilding, CTD seeks to embody the message of Christian love and unity throughout the region.

By working together while respecting differences, Churches Together in Dorset strengthens the common mission of the church—to serve, to witness, and to bring hope to the communities of Dorset.