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Monthly Archives: August 2025
Child poverty: faith leaders call for decisive action
38 senior faith leaders from the five major faith groups represented in the UK – including representatives of the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches – have written to the Prime Minister and Chancellor, urging them to “act now to … Continue reading
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Child poverty: tell your MP it’s time for action
Levels of child poverty in the UK are rising, and set to continue rising. 4.5 million children are currently growing up without access to the essentials of life. But we believe that should and can change. “The impact of growing … Continue reading
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More churches join Children and Youth Friendly Scheme
A growing number of congregations have joined Children and Youth Work’s Children and Youth Friendly Scheme. The Children and Youth Friendly Church Scheme (CYFC) helps churches improve their welcome to children, young people, and families. Participating churches work with a … Continue reading
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Impact of immigration changes on Hong Kong BNO visa holders
In recent years, thousands of Hongkongers have made the UK their home under the British National (Overseas) visa scheme, launched in 2021. Many have found welcome, friendship, and belonging within our church communities. However, proposals in the recent Immigration White … Continue reading
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URC mourns the passing of Revd Dr Peter Cruchley
It is with truly heavy hearts that the United Reformed Church shares news of the death of the Revd Dr Peter Cruchley, who passed away on 15 August having been diagnosed with cancer in January this year. Peter was a … Continue reading
Around the URC in seven days: 11-17 August 2025
A round-up of news from across the United Reformed Church over the past seven days, 11-17 August. Thames North SynodCongratulations to the Revd John Key who celebrated the 65th anniversary of his ordination on 30 July. To mark the milestone, … Continue reading
New Christian Aid films to bring voices of Palestinians closer to church communities
International development agency Christian Aid has been working with church leaders and campaigners to produce a series of resources to help tackle the long-standing and “too difficult” issues around Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. The three short films bring … Continue reading
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We could reduce child poverty by half a million
Child poverty has steadily increased over the past 15 years, but it is clear how that trend can be reversed. It requires government and institutions to prioritise poverty reduction, and a significant financial investment in measures that will have an … Continue reading
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URC grants help holiday clubs thrive
Did you know you can apply for grants to assist you in holiday clubs, uniform groups and for general child/ youth work. It can sometimes be tricky to know how to resource an event or venture that has a missional … Continue reading
Insulting the disabled…again
Last month the Leader of the Opposition gave a speech about disability benefits that resurrected the discredited “Skiver v Striver” rhetoric of 15 years ago. This time it is “Makers v Takers”, a slogan which she did not make, but … Continue reading
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