Church

[Chefpig]

Hi, I've been thinking more and more about going to church. I've always described myself as an atheist but I've recently lost several loved ones which has left a massive hole in my life and heart. I've often been wondering about what if there is a God, guardian angels, heaven since the bereavements. It's been really so difficult to cope with the deaths. I also struggle with severe depression and sometimes, but not at the moment, suicidal ideation.

I only have one real friend where I live and I think church could be the family I need here and the help I need to get myself out of this deep feeling of doom along with the anti depressants and therapy.

My question is if anyone went along to a church from being a non believer, what was your experience, good or bad? Also, a silly question but do they charge a fee to attend church?

Thank you.

it‘s worth knowing there are different flavours of church. So feel free to try out different denominations to find where you’re comfortable. Independent churches tend to be extrovert and strong on the bible as authority. Methodist tends to be low key, social justice. Baptist can be extrovert, can be old fashioned but also has the bible at its core. CoE is a real mixture, all the way to high church, which can feel quite catholic. Catholic is pretty structured with rituals which anchor you in the church year and an understanding of the many facets of God.

Feel free to try different ones out to find where you’re most comfortable. None of them have a fee. There will be a voluntary collection to cover the costs of the church‘s work. You don’t have to contribute.

Good luck!