churches in norfolk and waveney

What could mission look like in your church?

Nomad partners with local churches to help them reach young people and develop new pathways for mission.

Every church and community is different. We work with you to explore what could work in your particular context, bringing together the energy and faith of young leaders with the opportunities already present in your community.

A CATALYST FOR MISSION

A Nomad might:

  • Mentor and disciple young people and young adults

  • Pioneer or support a youth group, Alpha or discipleship group

  • Help establish a new worshipping community

  • Build relationships with schools, colleges and community organisations

  • Equip and encourage volunteers within the local church

  • Explore new mission opportunities alongside local leaders

A PARTNERSHIP

Nomad isn't a one-size-fits-all programme.

We want to help your church discover what mission could look like in your place.

A Nomad serves alongside your church, bringing practical experience, fresh ideas and a missional network of support, while becoming part of the life of the local church.

The aim is not simply to create another programme, but to develop sustainable mission that can become part of the life of the church and community.

COULD NOMAD WORK IN YOUR CHURCH?

Whether you already have young people in your community or are looking for a new way to connect with them, we'd love to explore the possibilities with you.

The Challenge in Norfolk

Norfolk & Waveney are home to over 650 Anglican churches, many of them historic and beautiful, forming a rich part of our local heritage. But despite this, a growing number of these buildings are underused or even empty, and congregations are shrinking.

  • Across Norfolk & Waveney, 150+ churches are not in regular use, and dozens of others are at risk of closure.

  • Nationally, the Church of England faces thousands of under‑utilised buildings, with 3,000–5,000 churches largely unused.

  • These empty or underused spaces represent both a loss of mission and an opportunity for community.

At Nomad, we see these buildings not as a problem, but as a chance to raise up young leaders, activate local communities, and bring life back into these spaces.