Connecting churches, organisations & individuals to work together to reduce poverty in Sandwell. Reducing homelessness, isolation, exclusion and food poverty.
United Kingdom
Joined April 2017
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Perfect for Lent! "It’s the first set of resources I’ve looked at that links the social welfare work at the heart of this church with biblical information & discipleship." Rev Martin. 6 free #GrowingGood sessions to help you grow in faith buff.ly/3LYoLsz
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Poverty is more than lack of material resources. It's also the absence of strong, supportive relationships & community. Our goal is to address these challenges. By donating this Christmas you could help us support people & churches working to change lives. buff.ly/3tbDAmX
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The #CoronationFoodProject has been launched! 🎉
Their Majesties have visited food distribution centre @SOFEAUK, part of the @FareShareUK network, which together has provided 8,500 charities and community groups with 54,000 tonnes of surplus food last year.
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Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.
Info: tinyurl.com/pkvpbw4z
ALT Community spotlight - shinign a light on the voluntary and community sector www.scvo.info
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Make time to check in on a friend or loved one.
This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re encouraging you to reach out to someone you think might be having a hard time.
We know that talking about mental health can be daunting. Here are some tips to help start the conversation.
Share to help us reach more people.❤️
#WMHD
ALT 'Signs - You may have seen or heard something that has led you to worry about someone. It is okay to mention what you have noticed and ask how they are doing.' 'Reassure - Let them know that you are there for them and that you want to help. Remind them that we all struggle at points in our lives so it is nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about.' 'Expectations - You don’t have to be an expert and you’re not expected to solve anything. The best thing you can do is to ask open-ended questions, give them time, and really listen to their answers' 'Readiness - You might start the conversation and find the person is not yet ready to open up. That is okay. Gently remind them that you are there for them when they are ready' 'Signpost - Some people find it hard talking to people they know. Signpost our Stay Alive app that has access to various support services: www.stayalive.app' 'Remind - Life can be really tough at times. Remind them that things can change and they can feel better.'
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📷 Grants of up to £10K available via Social Enterprise Boost Fund - Start-up social enterprises are eligible to apply for grants of up to £10,000 to assist their development as part of the Social Enterprise Boost Fund West Midlands: buff.ly/43TM8vj
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Please help SCVO to shape our services by completing this short survey...
Help SCVO to shape its support to our community by completing this short survey - tinyurl.com/3dtt5e4w
Use your voice to help create a positive change here in Sandwell.
@LetsGoSandwell @EarlyHelpPtr
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@Jamesentj @ChurchesLink Breakfast and some brilliant co-conspiring with my good friend - lots of possibilities #ABCD
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We believe local, faith-based social action is a great way to build community, increase participation and tackle isolation. But how to start? Our #GrowingGood webinar series starts Mon 17 at 11am. First up: starting and running a Place of Welcome. Sign up: buff.ly/3FRHdlO
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Val @togetherdurham leads us on challenging injustice and indifference with broad based community organisation and action. We're encouraged to stand alongside our communities, have a conversation, and share power with rather than over our communities
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Is your church in an area with many refugees? Becoming a Welcome Plus Church may be the next step in developing your ministry. This will help you to build up a team of volunteers to extend a welcome to local refugees buff.ly/43t6JHv #RefugeesWelcome #ChangetheStory2023
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We're delighted to announce that the Rt Rev Rob Wickham has been appointed as our new Chief Executive. Bishop Rob visited St Gabriel’s Church @PlacesOfWelcome today to make the announcement buff.ly/3KrKwCO
@JustinWelby @bpedmonton @CottrellStephen @bishopSarahM
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Still time! “We come from different contexts & traditions, but the material encouraged great conversation. We each identified a mission plan for our local area, as well as thinking about our collective mission.” Pastor Tim. Free #GrowingGood sessions buff.ly/3YeoVSi
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📢Grants for churches supporting Ukrainian & Afghan refugees now open. Apply for:
-personal items
-expenses for volunteers or facilities
-integration & settling
-language support
-home items
Criteria & app: buff.ly/3RraKWt
With thanks to @Benefacttrust for their funding
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Family activities, family fitness, and more…
A Place where both parent and child can get involved with activities. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer in order to attend Starts 18/01/2023 4-6pm Brook Street Community Centre. @sandwellcouncil
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“It was an opportunity to celebrate the amazing work of these groups, to say thank you to the volunteers, & to show them that what they do connects to the faith life of the church.” @RevMartinPoole Help your congregation grow in faith & make a difference buff.ly/3BvuEKn
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What is a Pantry?
Find out more about starting a Your Local Pantry in this FREE information and Q&A session. Book now at eventbrite.com/e/what-is-a-p…
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#Tiptonaywe #Sandwell
This #January if u're feeling a little low - we're ere 4 u!
@LifeInComTipton offers a listening service which may b able 2 help ease ur struggles.
Our service is a gr8 tool, if u need someone 2 talk 2.
For info Text #Listen to 07752 659257
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