In January 2005, a group of people from The Belfrey felt called to try something different. They began meeting at the David Lloyd Gym with the aim of doing church in a way that was fresh and impactful. What started as a simple gathering has since grown into something far bigger: G2. Two decades later, G2 is still thriving and has become a vibrant part of many lives, with a rich legacy of growth, discipleship, and deep community.
At its heart, G2 has always been about giving people the space and support to grow in their relationship with Jesus. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of seeing many people start their journey with Christ and witness countless others take steps of faith in their walk with Him. From baptisms to small groups, first-time speakers to new friendships, G2 has been a place where people discover not only their gifts but also the transformative power of God’s love.
Throughout these 20 years, we've been blessed to see many milestones: baptisms, people stepping up to lead for the first time, a variety of small group formats, and life-long friendships formed. And of course, there have been many weddings as people find both faith and community here. These moments are a testament to what God has done and continues to do through G2.
A Special Celebration
To mark this incredible milestone, G2 came together on 7th June to celebrate our 20th birthday. It was an amazing occasion where old and new members gathered to look back on the journey and give thanks for all God has done. The event was filled with fun, nostalgia, and plenty of activities for all ages.
The room was buzzing with energy as guests explored a timeline of G2's history, complete with photos that captured key moments over the past two decades. A photo stand was set up, where everyone to take new pictures that would be added to the growing collection. Of course, no celebration is complete without food, drinks, games and even a quiz!
But beyond the games and food, the real highlight of the evening was hearing stories of how G2 has impacted people's lives.
Stories of Impact
Chloe, who was part of G2 14 years ago, shared her journey of finding G2 when she was an international student in York. Despite being in the city for a short time, a friend introduced her to G2, where she learned about Jesus – someone she’d never heard of before. Chloe connected with Ellie, our international student worker, who mentored her through regular discipleship. Eventually, Chloe made the decision to follow Jesus and was baptised. Though she’s now living in Hampshire, married and expecting a baby, Chloe fondly remembers G2 as the place where her journey with Jesus began.
Looking to the Future
The celebration on 7th June was a beautiful reminder of how far we’ve come, but also a call to look forward to what’s next. The stories shared that evening were just a small snapshot of the many lives that have been touched by G2 over the years. And as we look ahead, we are excited for the new chapters yet to be written in this community.
As we mark 20 years of G2, we also want to recognise that this is a shared celebration. G2 began as a church plant from The Belfrey, and we’re still part of that same family today. This milestone is a testament not just to G2’s story, but to the fruitfulness of church planting and the power of stepping out in faith together. Thank you for being part of the journey — here’s to all that’s still to come.