The Parish Church of St Nicholas of Myra, Brighton, exists to extend the mission of Christ’s Church within its parish and city, by: • Communicating the good news of Jesus Christ in words of witness and acts of service • Ministering the Word and Sacraments for the whole people of God • Teaching the Christian faith to all who wish to follow the Way of Christ • Ministering to those in need of healing, counsel and reconciliation; preparing couples for marriage, and caring for the dead and the bereaved • Deepening the discipleship, prayer and fellowship of the congregation of St Nicholas’ church • Working with others to serve the vulnerable, and establish a just society • Opening the church as a place of peace and prayer for all • Offering the church as a space for the city’s cultural, social and civic life