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- “As you would expect, Tearfund’s work will continue through our amazing network of courageous Christian partners and churches around the world.” So says Nigel Harris, CEO of Tearfund. “We are doing all we can to follow Jesus where the need is greatest, bringing practical help and powerful hope to the most vulnerable people, just as...Tearfund – still working around the world
- ‘God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea…’ Psalm 46:1,2 “In this time of great uncertainty, at MAF UK we have felt God draw us to these precious verses from Psalm 46, and I wanted to remind...MAF – still flying to bring help to the isolated
- Church Mission Society has opened a space on its website for anyone to use. It explains: “Our world, and our lives, have changed radically. Are you sad? Angry? Scared? “Well, then you’re not alone. Lamentspace is a place where we share our grief with God and each other. About the big things as well as those that may...Church Mission Society launches a ‘lament space’ for those in pain
- Toybox, the Christian charity which helps street children, has issued a recent statement to explain how the current crisis is affecting their work. “Street children are particularly susceptible to contracting the virus. The two things that best prevent the spread are the two things that street children will find most difficult: practising good hygiene and...Toybox – still helping the street children
- CAP has temporarily stopped all face-to-face Debt Help visits, community groups and events. It says: “This is an unprecedented time and we are acutely aware that those living in poverty, suffering with mental ill-health or other vulnerabilities will be most affected by the coronavirus outbreak.” Because of this, CAP says it is working hard to...Christians Against Poverty reacts to coronavirus
- The Children’s Society has thanked “our fantastic supporters for your kindness and generosity” in recent months, but for the moment it has postponed all volunteering activity. “Coordinators who are due to open their networks’ boxes in May, June and July will receive a letter to let them know what to do. If you recently completed...Children’s Society
- Mothers’ Union knows that these are very difficult times for families. “We know that our work and experience in re-building communities and supporting family life is going to be more important than ever once the threat of COVID-19 subsides. Our members will be ready and be some of the first in line to support those around...Mothers’ Union
- The Lambeth Conference has been rescheduled and will now take place during the summer of 2021. This follows consultation between the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Lambeth Conference Design Group, Primates and trustees of the Lambeth Conference Company. As the website says: “This significant meeting of Anglican bishops and spouses will continue to be planned –...Lambeth Conference postponed
- Guidance for parishes on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Church of England sets 2030 Net Zero carbon target Archbishop of Canterbury pays tribute to the Archbishop of York Church minister was inspiration behind ‘Great Escape’ Church of England backs sports ministry Competitions launched for church projects tackling housing crisis Legal aid an ‘essential service’ – Synod votes General...News (all) for April 2020
- The Church of England’s Mission and Public Affairs division has published advice to parishes on practical steps to reduce the risk of infection from Coronavirus (COVID-19). The guidance, written by Dr Brendan McCarthy, the Church of England’s Adviser on health issues, draws on the latest Government advice. It is available on a dedicated web page which...Guidance for parishes on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- The Church of England’s General Synod has now set new targets for all parts of the church to work to become carbon ‘net zero’ by 2030. The original target was 2045. At its February 2020 meeting, members voted in favour of a revised date encouraging all parts of the Church of England to take action and...Church of England sets 2030 Net Zero carbon target
- The Archbishop of Canterbury has paid tribute to the Archbishop of York in General Synod at what would have been his final Synod. Archbishop Justin Welby praised the Archbishop of York who is currently travelling in the Pacific. He said: “He (John Sentamu) has gone to visit parts of the world which are suffering the...Archbishop of Canterbury pays tribute to the Archbishop of York