Vision March 2019 final

Students
Thousands of new students arrive in Bournemouth each
year, and many start out just a few metres away from
the new Lansdowne building at the halls of residence
which seem to be multiplying all the time!
The opportunity to reach out to them, to be a place
of rest, encouragement and challenge and, most
importantly, present the gospel to them, is huge! The
café could be a real hub for study, mission events and
more. A church plays such a pivotal role in the life of a
Christian starting at university. Here’s Ioana’s story:
Being part of Lansdowne church has made a big
difference to me. Lansdowne has great teaching and
the people really care about you in practical ways.
I meet with Molly regularly to study the Bible (and
enjoy tea and cakes!). She prays for me often and
sends verses to encourage me. This is such a lift and I
would never have expected that sort of commitment
- they are genuine Christians and true friends
• Over 20,000 students are currently enrolled at
Bournemouth University.
• A staggering 5,300 students will be living in halls
of residence in the area around Lansdowne Road
this September.
• In additional to this, more than 3,000 students are
enrolled at the Arts University.
• This includes 378 art students who’ll be living at the
Madeira Road Halls, just around the corner from our
new building.
• Some estimate that there are also more than 50,000
language students studying in Bournemouth at
present.
• Our new building on Lansdowne Road will be right
at the centre of Bournemouth’s student community,
giving us an incredible context to share the gospel
with those who are studying in the town.