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“Be great friends”: a renewed call to deepen friendships amid COVID-19
One of these was highlighted by a BBC article that was published last week. It explained that our new rhythms and patterns “could have some long-term effects on some friendships”. As a result of lockdown, less office working, limited physical gatherings in churches and bans on mass gatherings, it…
Phil Knox
COVID-19 vaccination: Christian webinar and Q&A | Part two: Christian doctors
Update from three Christian doctors on vaccination uptake
Reporting on Covid-19: Six years on what lessons have stayed with me?
The Covid-19 pandemic brought immense hardship across the world, affecting nearly every aspect of life. Millions of people lost their lives, and many more suffered long-term health complications. Economies were severely disrupted as businesses closed, jobs disappeared, and financial insecurity…
Nicola Morrison
COVID-19 vaccination: Christian webinar and Q&A | Part one: Public Health Wales
Short presentation from Public Health Wales on vaccination uptake
Ending conversion practices in Scotland: Christian leaders should not be prevented from providing pastoral support
In response to the Scottish Government’s latest proposals on ending conversion practices, Fred Drummond, director of the Evangelical Alliance, Scotland, said: “The Evangelical Alliance welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the consultation on ending conversion practices. No one should be forced…
YourNeighbour.org
Churches are working around the clock to demonstrate love to their neighbours through this global pandemic. With so much new information and initiatives each day it can be difficult to know where to begin. YourNeighbour.org provides three vital services for churches: Expert to advice to churches on…
Hope 15:13
Hope 15:13 is built around three actions: pray, prepare and proclaim. Pray - Each day pray by yourself or with others, either online or in person That an effective vaccine for coronavirus will be produced.For God to pour out His comforting grace on those left ill and isolated by the disease.For…
The Challenge of a Crisis
At times of crisis we have a great opportunity to share our faith with our family and community. This special Advance Groups session explores how we can respond to an ongoing crisis by meeting practical needs whilst always being ready to demonstrate and proclaim gospel hope, even in the face of the…
Little Pack of Hope
In these difficult and uncertain times we are all struggling to balance work, childcare and self-care while trying to maintain a sense of community. World Vision have drawn upon their years of experience in helping children, families and communities in crisis, to create this simple and easy to use…
Fostering hope in Bristol
In March this year, as the country went into lockdown, Home for Good received a call from the fostering team at Bristol City Council concerned that many of their foster carers were over 65 and may need to isolate to protect their health. The request was simple: would members of the Christian…
Andy Street
Give Hope Live with OPC
On Wednesday, 24 February, we hosted a special webinar on the church’s response to the coronavirus vaccine rollout, helping people feel confident and practically supported in accessing the vaccine when offered. For those in church leadership, the event was hosted by Jo Frost, and was joined by…
Scotland lockdown latest: What restrictions are lifting and when?
Outdoor youth work activities for under 18’s, with a maximum of 15 individuals (including two facilitators) can resume, this should be restricted to your locality and have the appropriate social distancing measures in place. Outdoor parent and toddler groups for children age five and under can also…
How to connect social action & faith sharing
Society is divided, marked by inequality, poverty, debt and insecurity. While the Welfare State once took responsibility for social care, the Church has, in recent years, returned to delivering community services on an unprecedented scale. From food provision and debt advice to mental health…
Hope for All website
Hope Together will be using the stories from the latest Hope for All magazine and back issues to create digital resources that you can share with your friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues who are not yet Christians.
