St George's Board Games Afternoons

The Board Games Afternoons, hosted at St George’s in Wolverton, came from the wider desire to open the church doors more intentionally to the local community and create spaces for connection, conversation and belonging.  The Board Games Afternoons provide a free, welcoming and accessible way to bring people together - offering a shared activity that breaks down barriers and helps people feel at ease.

Initially it was expected that it would be a small group of people who would come but people of all ages and abilities, many of whom have not attended church previously, have come along.  The afternoons are welcoming and inclusive where intergenerational connections are forming over the opportunity to teach their favourite games to each other. 

The Deanery Mission Grant of £500 has allowed the group to purchase 22 high quality board games for the church.  The games collection is now very varied and includes games suitable for all ages, abilities and experience which appeals across different age groups and shall enable the group to support larger numbers and create a more sustainable and welcoming experience. 

The hope is for 4 Board Games Afternoons to be able to take place each year. All of which will be advertised on St George the Martyr’s facebook page so keep an eye out and do go along if you can!