A NEW down-to-earth course for people wanting to know more about God and their place in the world, will be launched in the city this week.

The six-week course, Start!, will be based around friendly discussion and a video introducing the Christian faith through short programmes from locations such as a scrap yard, a shopping centre and Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Two presenters meet with people on the street and get their unrehearsed views, each programme ending with a question for discussion.

The course will be launched on Thursday in St Barnabas Church, Rainbow Hill, starting at 7.30pm, but those unable to make the launch night may be able to join another group near to where they live. Call Sheila on 01905 29281 for more information.