• The Trinity – Belief in one God, existing in three persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and God the Holy Spirit.
• Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour – Belief that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, who was crucified, died, and rose again for the salvation of humanity.
• The Authority of Scripture – The Bible is regarded as the inspired Word of God and serves as the foundation for faith and practice.
• Salvation through Faith – Belief that salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ.
• The Great Commission – Following Jesus’ command to spread the gospel and make disciples of all nations.
• Love, Grace, and Community – Upholding the values of love, grace, compassion, and service to others.
The festival seeks to express these beliefs through the following:
• Hosting an annual summer festival that brings together individuals and families from various Christian denominations, churches, and the wider community.
• Creating a space where people can experience individual joy and a sense of purpose, spiritual renewal and opportunities to connect and build social bonds.
• Creating spaces for praise and worship, reflection, fellowship, and engagement with Christian faith and values.
• Worship and Praise – Through live and participatory praise and worship music.
• Prayer and Reflection – Dedicated spaces for personal and communal prayer, intercession, and spiritual reflection.
• Creative and Artistic Expression – Celebrating faith through arts, crafts, drama, and storytelling.
• Community and Fellowship – Holding space for community, giving people the opportunity to form new relationships and faith-based connections among attendees, fostering a spirit of unity and belonging.
• Sunday morning cafe church - including biblically grounded teaching led by Christian leaders and speakers.
Edenbridge Festival is committed to ensuring that its faith-based activities are welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to all who wish to participate, regardless of background or prior religious experience.