Awake, Arise! Bristol

Stand and speak for Jesus in today’s world

The darkness in our society is great. All around us, we are seeing the consequences of rejecting God’s good ways: disorder, brokenness and death. We are in a fight for life, for family and for freedom.

But there is hope.

In the midst of fast-moving cultural changes, we have an opportunity to stand up, speak out and shine his light in this dark world. God is calling his people to awake and arise.

Are you ready to respond?

Connect with like-minded Christians from across the UK as we gather for Awake, Arise: a day of teaching, worship, prayer and testimonies that will encourage and equip you to:

• Look up and see Jesus, the Lord of all
• Wake up and understand the battle around us
• Rise up and bring the hope of Jesus to the heart of society

Contributors include Andrea Williams from Christian Concern, with more to be announced.

They will provide:

• Stories and news on important legal cases involving Christian freedoms
• Updates on urgent issues in public policy, including education and protection of life
• Ways for you to pray and take effective action
• Ideas for how you can make a difference where God has placed you
• Opportunities to ask questions and access additional resources

It’s time for God’s people to awake and arise. Will you answer the call?

Book your ticket today, and encourage others to come with you.

Programme

09:30 Doors open

10:00 Welcome, worship and prayer

10:30 Look up and see the Lord of all

11:15 Refreshment break

11:45 Wake up and recognise the battle around us

13:00 Lunch (sandwich lunch provided)

14:00 Worship

14:15 Rise up and bring the hope of Jesus to the heart of society

15:15 Refreshment break

15:45 Praying for the nation

16:15 Closing comments

16:30 End

Ticket Information

General admission is from £25 for super early bird group discounts (including refreshments and a sandwich lunch).

Ticket Information

• Super Early Bird Admission - £25 (book in a group of 3 at £75) or £30 by Monday 5 January 2026
• Early Bird Admission – £30 (book in a group of 3 at £90) or £35 by Monday 2 February 2026
• General Admission – £35 (book in a group of 3 at £105) or £40 from Tuesday 3 February 2026

Please note that ticket sales will end on Monday 23 February. If you have questions about this, please contact our events team at events@christianconcern.com

Speakers and Contributors

Andrea Williams (Christian Concern), Keynote Speaker

As Chief Executive and co-founder of Christian Concern and the Christian Legal Centre, Andrea Minichiello Williams has led some of the most high-profile and ground-breaking Christian freedom cases and parliamentary campaigns in the United Kingdom and Europe. Through bold legal advocacy and strategic cultural engagement, she has been at the forefront of defending life, family and Christian freedoms in the United Kingdom and beyond.

Andrea is a qualified barrister with over three decades of experience in law, public policy and campaigning. She is a powerful and passionate voice for Christian truth, working tirelessly to see society transformed by the gospel in every sphere, from law and politics to education and healthcare. This vision led to the formation of the Wilberforce Collective and an increasing global influence through partner organisations.

Andrea is married to Gareth; they have four grown-up children and one grandson.

Venue and travel information

Our venue for the event is The Elmgrove Centre, Elmgrove Road, Bristol, BS6 6AH

Train: The nearest train stations are Redland (4-minute walk) or Montpelier (10-minute walk).

Bus: Buses 72 and 74 stop nearby

Car: There is free parking in the surrounding streets

Additional information

Please note that entry is entirely at the discretion of the organisers.

For any questions, please contact our events team at events@christianconcern.com or call us at 020 3327 1120

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We look forward to seeing you!