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Christians Against Poverty in Coventry transformed Jackie's life
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Like many people in poverty in Coventry, Jackie was employed, working long days to try and make ends meet. But the money left over from basic living could not pay off her debts. Ian from Coventry's branch of Christians Against Poverty has helped transform Jackie's life, working alongside her to "give her a little bit of hope" and help her "get her life back". Thanks to CAP, Jackie is now following a budget, paying off her debts, happy, has a relationship with God, and has a purpose for living. Watch (and share!) the video below for the full story, or donate here.
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"I've now got a purpose for living" - Jackie
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Helen, one of our Good Neighbours Coventry Coordinators, dancing with older people at the Christ the King lunch club for 160 older people
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Good Neighbours Coventry - out on an ambulance!
Recently, Chris (COO of HOPE Coventry) was offered the opportunity to complete a paramedic shift to enable him to see first- hand the sort of call outs ambulance crews have to deal with. Chris was very impressed and congratulates the WM crews for their dedication and care for all patients. At the call outs to two specific older people, it became obvious that there were lonely, isolated older people and that if they had a “Good Neighbour”, a 999 call may not have been required - with friendship available, actions can be more pre-emptive due to conversation and connection. Our 200+ volunteers must be impacting the NHS statistics already, and we are grateful for every good deed our volunteers do across Coventry. If you would like to find out more, come to All Souls church (CV5 8DX) on Wednesday 18th July at 7pm, Thursday 19th July at 10.30am, or to St George's church (CV6 1EA) on Tuesday 24th July at 6pm.
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Carriers of Hope and Kidz Klub
Making a difference locally
Chris recently visited Carriers of Hope in Hillfields, and Kidz Klub Tile Hill, to see what these dedicated charities do. Carriers of Hope provide a safe place for refugees and asylum seekers to meet and receive food, clothes, furniture, and most importantly, a significant welcome from committed volunteers in the city. Chris was thrilled that valuing people there is accompanied by prayer and practicality. Carriers of Hope is able to express the Christian message of HOPE to this community, who often have nothing.
At Kidz Klub, Sarah Adamson and her team provide a high-quality hour and half of fun activities for children to enjoy in some of the most deprived areas of our city. Thanks to the volunteers, the children hear the message of the gospel in a relevant way that is accessible to them. Chris loved the fun, the references to the World Cup, and especially the kids joining with sharing verses and praying.
HOPE Coventry is looking forward to partnering further with these organisations.
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Call the Nation to Prayer - 'As One'
Saturday 29th September
Call The Nation To Prayer are holding two gatherings on 29th September for prayer, gathering, releasing and increasing a spiritual shift from the heart of the Nation. The gatherings are in the historical ruins of the old Cathedral, Coventry, and then moving to the nearby fields of Meriden, for over 500 years known as the traditional centre of England. For full details, and to book for an indication of numbers, see their website.
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Summer Fayre
Date: Saturday 14th July
Time: 11am-2pm
Place: St Oswald's, Tile Hill, CV4 9PL
Details: Come along for family fun, cakes, games, face painting, hot dogs and more.
Soul Space
Date: Tuesday 24th July
Time: 1pm-2pm
Place: Warwick Road URC, CV1 1EX
Details: Come along to experience a stress-free environment in a relaxed atmosphere with like-minded people. We all need to find time for ourselves in our busy schedules, so please come along and give it a try! Drinks available at the end of the session, £2 donation.
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