Monthly Archives: November 2023

Bank account closure forces Wilsden church into difficulties

Posted on November 28, 2023 by URC

Last Updated on 28 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye A Wilsden church is urging Barclays Bank to exercise caution after a number of financial issues were caused after the bank suddenly closed its account. Wilsden Trinity Church, a Local Ecumenical … Continue reading →

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As COP28 approaches

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Littlehampton United

With COP28 beginning this week, the UK must demonstrate commitment to our own targets as a contribution to meeting global targets set out in previous COP gatherings. This year has seen increasingly extreme weather, with heatwaves hitting around the world … Continue reading →

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Reform magazine: December 2024 – January 2025 edition

Posted on November 27, 2023 by URC

Last Updated on 27 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye In the December 2023-January 2024 issue of Reform magazine, Graham Handscomb asks, “If individuals can’t solve the conflicts of a violent world, what can we do?” In the annual Reform charity … Continue reading →

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St Ives churches urge MP to stop closure of asylum hotel

Posted on November 24, 2023 by URC

Last Updated on 24 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye Churches Together in St Ives and supporters are lobbying MPs after learning that asylum seekers living in a local hotel will be forced to leave their new community. Many of the … Continue reading →

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The Autumn Statement will not halt growing poverty and destitution

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Littlehampton United

Our Churches have called for concerted action to turn the tide on poverty and put us on the path to a poverty-free Britain. Despite the Chancellor’s upbeat tone, the Autumn Statement offered little sign of this message yet being heeded. … Continue reading →

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Why must every social security announcement feature a big threat?

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Littlehampton United

“Anyone choosing to coast on the hard work of taxpayers will lose their benefits” said the Chancellor, as he announced a raft of changes to the social security system. The press release riffs on old and unpleasant themes. Benefit claimants … Continue reading →

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A “constant joy” nets a Lundie Memorial Award

Posted on November 20, 2023 by URC

Last Updated on 20 November 2023 by Ann-Marie Nye Matilda Willis, aged eight, from United Reformed Church (URC) West Midlands Synod has been named October’s recipient of the Lundie Memorial Award. Matilda, who attends Sutton Coldfield URC, enjoys Messy Church … Continue reading →

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URC joins campaign to help end poverty

Posted on November 20, 2023 by URC

The United Reformed Church (URC) has joined Let’s End Poverty, a major new social movement launched to help bring an end to poverty experienced throughout the UK. The campaigns urges people to call for politicians to make the end of … Continue reading →

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There’s an election coming…

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Littlehampton United

A UK General Election needs to take place some time before 28 January 2025, with many people predicting either a May or October 2024 poll. As this election year approaches, here are six ways that churches and church leaders can … Continue reading →

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The Rwanda plan has failed, but churches can help steer a better course

Posted on November 15, 2023 by Littlehampton United

The Supreme Court has declared the government’s Rwanda plan illegal. As Rishi Sunak explores emergency legislation to get round the ruling, JPIT’s Steve Tinning says safe routes and community support – including from the Christian community – offer a more … Continue reading →

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