FAQ’s

Are the leaders accountable?

Yes, we place a high value on transparency and accountability. David, Nicola and the other pastors are accountable to each other, to the trustees and also the regional leaders Andy and Rosie McNeil (David and Nicola are area leaders for the North East).

How can I connect with Life Vineyard Church during lockdown?

While we can’t meet physically at present, we would love to meet you online and there are lots of ways to connect. You can contact us using a Contact form, or email office@lifevineyard.church or message us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram click the links to find out more, and we hope to meet you soon.

We are live on YouTube every Sunday morning:

10.00am Kids Celebration

10.30am Talk followed immediately by live stream worship

11.30am Zoom online chat and prayer time. These are led by site pastors or core team. If you are not yet part of Life Vineyard then just choose any site, we would love you to join with us.

Church is about so much more than just gathering in one place, we come to worship, learn from God’s word and build community. We would love to meet you.

How can I support The Byker Pantry & Life Food Bank during Covid-19?

I need some support, can you help me?

If you are self-isolating, struggling or need some support, we would love to hear from you.

We have lots of online groups taking place throughout the week, that can offer support and friendship. For full details you can click here Online Groups, to find out more and sign up, or

please text TX67T followed by your message to 60777 and a member of the team will get in touch.

I would like prayer, will you pray for me and my family?

If you would like prayer for yourself, your family or a situation you are concerned about, we would love pray for you.

Please text TX67T followed by your message to 60777 and the Life Vineyard Church staff team will pray for you and your situation.

And if you would like a member of the team to contact you, please let us know so that we can get in touch.

What do you mean by site and location?

Our vision is to be one church in many places and so we have both sites and emerging locations. A site (such as Newcastle, Marley Hill or Wallsend) has site pastors, a full Sunday service and ministries and activities that serve the local community. A location is an emerging site, these may have aspects of a site, such as ministries and site/location pastors. However, Life Vineyard is one church and David and Nicola are the Senior Pastors, who lead and support all of the the sites.

What is the Vineyard?

The Vineyard is a movement of churches that was founded in the USA. There are now over 2500 worldwide and over 130 in the UK alone. John and Debby Wright are National Directors and we have a Leadership Group and Regional and Area leaders who care for and support the local pastors and their churches.

What should I wear?

There is no dress code, just come along in your regular clothes. Most people wear casual clothes like jeans, T-shirts… even shorts when it is warm. The most important thing is that you feel relaxed and comfortable.

Will I be expected to do anything?

You will not be expected to do anything, we want you to feel comfortable and enjoy your time with us.

Will my kids be welcome and have lots of fun?

Your kids are very welcome and we have some fantastic groups, where they will have lots of fun that is age appropriate.

Will people talk to me?

Yes! We have a great host team that look out for first time visitors and help them feel at home. The church is a family and so there will always be people who will chat with you and help you feel relaxed. We will give you the space to enjoy the morning if that is what you prefer.