About Us
Thrive Church began in 1998 as the Northern Congregation, as part of New Community Church. In September 2017, Thrive Church was officially established as its own expression of church life.
Over the years, we’ve gathered in various locations around town, but in 2022, we found a permanent home at Pavilion on the Park.
We are part of the Pioneer Network of Churches in the UK and actively partner with local organisations and Churches that bring support and hope to our community. While we hold our unique values and mission, we are united with many Churches in affirming the Basis of faith statement of the Evangelical Alliance.
Vision, Mission & Values
Vision
Our Vision is to be a Spirit-led church overflowing with bold love, purposeful equipping, and joyful generosity—empowering people to live like Jesus and bring lasting hope to Eastleigh and beyond.
Mission
Our mission is to ignite spiritual transformation —renewing lives through Jesus, shaping thriving communities, and building a legacy of faith for future generations.
Values
CHARISMATIC
Acts 2:17
We live and worship with passion, freedom, and expectation.
COMPASSIONATE
Ephesians 4:32
We aim to be like Jesus by speaking, acting and treating each other with love, kindness, and grace.
RELATIONAL
John 13:34–35
We’re relational, showing Jesus to the world by the way we love and care for each other.
GENEROUS
2 Corinthians 9:11
We give freely because God’s been good to us, and we want others to experience His love through our generosity
EQUIPPING
Ephesians 4:11–13
We aim to raise up disciples—helping people grow in faith, serve with purpose, and live like Jesus so they can impact their world for Him.
COMMUNITY
Mark 9:35
We are committed to our community, showing love, sharing the hope and light of Jesus in everyday ways.
Servant Leadership Team
At Thrive, we believe leadership is strongest when it’s shared. Our church is guided by a collaborative team committed to serving both our community and one another.
Our Senior Leadership Team, made up men and women, provides vision, direction, and spiritual oversight as they serve the church and wider community. Alongside them, our Ministry Leadership Team supports key areas of church life, including Worship, Prophecy, Youth, Pastoral Care, Prayer, and Young Adults.
Together, these teams work in unity to support, equip, and encourage our community, sharing the love of Jesus locally and beyond.
Charity Trustees
Thrive Church operates as a charity and is supported by a board of Trustees. Our details are available on the Charity Commission website here.
Staff Team
Thrive Church has a dedicated staff team consisting who work tirelessly to support the church's mission of spreading the love and teachings of Jesus. They bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles and collaborate closely to ensure the smooth running of the church's various programs and initiatives. Whether it's organising events, providing pastoral care, or overseeing day-to-day operations and to help fulfill the church's vision. Their commitment to excellence is evident in everything they do and they serve as role models for all those around them.