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The Armed Forces Christian Union
Welcome home, military Christians! The Armed Forces Christian Union (AFCU) is far more than just an organisation; it’s a proper family, a place of connection and fellowship for those who truly understand the unique journey of military life. We’re united by our shared belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour, and by a deep desire to support one another through every season.
What does it mean to belong?
Being part of the AFCU means finding a community that genuinely gets it. Whether you’re currently serving or have served, you’ll discover a network of friends who share your experiences and your faith. It’s all about building lasting bonds, growing spiritually, and knowing you’re never on your own.
Discover your place: ways to connect and grow!
Ready to dive in? There are so many ways to be part of our community. When you sign up using the form below, you’ll receive a short series of emails detailing all the incredible opportunities waiting for you. Here’s a taste of what’s going on:
For Men: Building Brotherhood
- Men’s Weekend: An annual gathering (usually in February) for fellowship and encouragement.
- Blokes WhatsApp Group: A lively space for a bit of banter, prayer requests, and genuine connection.
- The Gathering in a Field: Imagine camping on steroids – a madcap weekend of “man stuff” near Swindon!
For Women: Flourishing Together
- Flourish Day: A special spring event for women to gather for fellowship.
- Flourish Weekend: A dedicated weekend of inspiring teaching in September.
- Online Bible Studies & Book Club: Connect and grow with sisters in faith from anywhere.
Leadership Development: The Issachar Programme
- Starting next in March 2026, this 18-month program is for those eager to grow both their Christian leadership skills and their abilities as a leader who happens to be a Christian.
- You’ll receive mentorship and encouragement through three residential weekends. Click through for more details!
For Our Younger Members
- Houseparty in Watchfield: A relaxed weekend of hanging out and connecting, just like popping over to a mate’s for a bit.
- Summer Camp Leaders’ Weekend: For those passionate about serving at our annual youth camp, and open to all potential leaders.
- Adventure Training Weekend: Held in May in North Devon, think surfing, beach fires, and ice cream!
- Summer Camp: A fantastic week-long residential camp for 11-18 year olds (and leaders!).
- Hill Walking Weekend: Explore the stunning Lakes in October.
Growing in Faith: Bible Study & Gatherings
- The Spring Weekend: Enjoy teaching from respected Bible teachers at a comfortable hotel retreat.
- Online Bible Studies: Connect with others to study God’s Word from wherever you are.
- Local fellowships: Join local groups like Refuel in Shrivenham, every Wednesday morning from 06:45 – 08:00 (with bacon butties and coffee provided!). Click here for more details
- YouVersion Bible App: Read the Bible in community with countless others around the globe.
- Community Events: We encourage gathering at events like New Wine, Keswick, and Big Church Festival.
Our foundation: a community built on prayer.
Prayer is the heartbeat of our family. We believe in the power of lifting each other up and seeking God together.
- Prayer Support Teams
- Midday Prayers
- Monthly Prayer Diary
- We also offer specialized, confidential prayer support for specific needs through: Emergency Prayers, Sick List, Confidential Intercessory Prayer (CIP), Deployed Forces, and Chaplains. These requests are handled with the utmost care and confidentiality by our HQ/Staff team or handpicked, trusted volunteers.
Ready to connect?
We’d love for you to become part of the AFCU family. Sign up below to receive a series of five emails that will give you even more detail on how you can connect, grow, and belong within our vibrant community. We genuinely can’t wait to welcome you!