What makes this Sunday service seriously rock? That is a question. Welcome to the Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church. It is a vibrant hub of faith and community. The church is located on Middleton Road in Hackney. It has a rich history.
Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church arrived here in 1972. They bought the building outright in 1974. Before that, they were in a hall on Whiston Road. The building itself has an interesting past. It was originally a Congregationalist church. Hackney was a hotbed of dissent in the 18th and 19th centuries. The building is clad in rather ugly stone. This style is sadly prevalent in this area.
Step inside the Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church. You will see pews facing a large pulpit. Behind the pulpit is an organ. A gallery extends along one side. The Apostolic Pentecostal congregation has been here since the 1970s.
The Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church community is predominantly Black. Many members have Caribbean heritage. Visitors are welcomed warmly. One visitor was given a hymn book. Several people invited them to sit closer to the front. One kind lady even sat with them.
The worship style at Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church is unique. It includes dancing in the pews and aisles. People wave their arms and clap. The music is a highlight of the service. Instruments include the organ guitars drums tambourines and maracas. The bass player is especially superb.
The service is a high-energy experience. It is filled with gospel hymns. These are interspersed with enthusiastic testimonies. People praise God the Holy Spirit Jesus the pastor the choir and the congregation. They praise anything good or bad. It is all down to God.
The preachers at Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church are energetic. They often shout and interject with Praise God. The PA system can be loud and distort the sound. Sermons cover various topics. One might discuss how the apostles were uneducated but Jesus teaches us. Another might talk about being filled with the Holy Spirit.
The Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church embraces an atmosphere of joyous worship. It is a place where everyone is welcome. People come together. They celebrate their faith with passion. The Hackney Pentecostal Apostolic Church offers a spiritual experience. It is full of warmth music and community. As one visitor said the sheer liveliness is very contagious.