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Racial Justice and Finding Homes (Home for Good)
At Home for Good, we believe that every child is created with intrinsic worth, full of potential and passion, and deserves a stable place to call home with people around them who will support, care for and journey with them. Sadly, black children are disproportionately represented in our care system. They are among those who … Read more
Love the stranger
In response to the Government’s ‘Illegal Migration Bill,’ the Department for International Affairs of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales has released a new publication, ‘Love the stranger.’ In 2023, the people who make the dangerous journey across the English Channel to reach the UK are called by various names: ‘refugees’, ‘asylum seekers’, … Read more
Pray for your Local Further Education College on FE Sunday 14 May 2023
Further Education Sunday 14 May 2023 Did you know that more 16-19s attend a Further Education or Sixth Form College than stay on at school? FE Colleges play a huge role at a vital stage in young people’s lives, offering training, qualifications and skills for life, as well as being major local employers. FE … Read more
CTE Presidents call for a period of prayer leading up to the Coronation
Presidents of Churches Together in England have today issued a statement encouraging Christians to join in daily prayers for the King and the nation. They said: “The forthcoming Coronation of King Charles III is a moment of great importance and joy for this nation. As Presidents of CTE, we invite Christians from all traditions to … Read more
Reflections from Restore
Catherine Bridgwood, Restore’s Befriending Co-ordinator writes: As a Restore staff team, we recently started our week reflecting on Matthew 6:34 ‘Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.’ It was helpful as a team to step back and consider how as … Read more
World Prayer Centre turns 30
Birmingham’s ‘World Prayer Centre’ is marking the 30th anniversary of its inception. Over the 30 years, WPC has sought to be a catalyst for prayer, encouraging people to pray and act locally, nationally and globally. WPC plays a networking role, working with a range of people and organisations. WPC brings Christian leaders with a heart … Read more