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Welcome to the August edition of Imagine Norfolk Together's news and prayer letter (Great Yarmouth).

As always I would love to hear from you. Please ring me on 07471 357072 or email me at anna.heydon@togethernorfolk.org.uk

Also, why not check out the NEW Imagine Norfolk Together website, where you can find out more about what we do/
Anna Heydon
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The Living Room
The Living Room has just published its most recent report for winter 2018 -2019. You can download it below.
 
The Living Room Report 2018 - 2019
Please also see the advert for a Project Co-ordinator for The Living Room. If you are interested please contact Mark Attwood for more information. Please pray for the right person to be appointed.
Request job information
Holiday Fun and Food
Over recent years you may have seen reports in the media about how difficult the holidays can be for some families, particularly for those who have to manage without the free school meals which they receive during term-time.

This summer, four churches in the Great Yarmouth Borough have responded to this need by providing groups which provide fun, community and a meal for local families.

Kingsgate Community Church, Magdalen Way Methodist Church, Mary Magdalene Church and St Peter's Roman Catholic Church have all opened their doors to local families, and parents, children and volunteers have enjoyed time getting to know each other, taking part in fun activities, and sharing a meal.

Please pray for the families who are attending and their relationships with the churches.
Find out more or get involved
Acts 435 is a revolutionary website that allows people to give money directly to others. Managed through a network of churches and local charities, our goal is to get 100% of your donations quickly to those in need.

Locally through Acts 435 in the local area, the following requests have been met over the last year for families and individuals in need:
  • A new carpet
  • 3 Debt Relief Orders paid to allow people to become free of debt.
  • A washing machine
  • storage boxes
  • a pair of glasses
  • A fridge-freezer
However the need is much greater than my capacity to process requests. If you would be interested in becoming an advocate for Acts 435 then please contact me
See current Acts 435 local request
Find out about becoming an Acts 435 Advocate
originally published in the EDP

 

The times for Foodbank parcel collection and free hot lunches have changed again. Please download form using the button below for the up to date times and days.

Please note that the Foodbank at St Mary Magdalene Church in Gorleston is now on a Wednesday morning.
Download new food times
Growing Lives Fund

More than a quarter of a million pounds is heading to churches and Christian organisations all over the UK to help them connect with children and young people in their communities.

Allchurches Trust launched its £1 million Growing Lives grants programme in May, aimed at helping churches to build lasting links with local families and support the next generation to reach their potential. It is still open for applications. Find out more information by following the link below
Link to Growing Lives Fund website
Livability - Making a Meal of it

'Make a Meal of It' is a resource from Liveability to inspire churches to connect with older people in their community.

The ideas in the pack provide ideas to help both large and small events. Whether a big scale meal or a simple afternoon tea- all are valuable in helping build friendship.
Download 'Make a Meal of it'
Money First Aid Kit
 
When you're supporting someone who is worried about money it can be difficult to know where to start. The Just Finance Foundation Money First Aid Kit is a tool providing quick access to key resources and links to organisations that can offer advice and tips for talking about money.
Visit Money First Aid Kit website
Norfolk Freedom Week
18 - 24 October
The newly established Norfolk Modern Slavery Collaboration Group are organising a Freedom week to raise awareness of the issue of Modern Slavery from 18 - 24 October.

On the Sunday we hope that as many churches as possible will use their services as an opportunity to highlight the issue. A pack of resources to help you do this is available electronically on request.

On Thursday 24th a closing event will be held at The Sanctuary in Norwich, from 7.00 - 9.00 p.m. There will be presentations and a panel of experts to answer questions.
Request resources for Freedom Sunday
Request updates about Freedom Week closing event
Kids Matter Taster Session - 5th September

I attended a Kids Matter taster session in Norwich in March and was impressed by how this Christian organisation seeks to support parents from all different backgrounds. I particularly liked the discussion-based approach to supporting parenting which seemed very accessible, unintimidating and supportive. I'd love to see the Kids Matter Parenting Programme offered by churches in the Great Yarmouth Borough - and I've already been approached by agencies outside the church to ask when this is going to happen!

Kids Matter aims to bring about sustainable change in family life in disadvantaged communities. Kids Matter trains, equips and supports local churches to deliver accessible and effective parenting programme to parents facing adversity; giving mums, dads and carers the tools to build strong families. The have facilitator training coming up in Norwich in October 2019.

So that you can find out more, see the materials, sample what a session is like, ask questions, there will be a taster session at Magdalen Way Methodist Church in Gorleston on Thursday 5th April 10am-12noon, pastries provided. Please contact Lynette at lw@kidsmatter.org.uk if you would like to attend.

For more information see the Kids Matter website.
Kids Matter website
Book your place for Kids Matter Taster
5 ways to respond to this newsletter:
The Living Room Report 2018 - 2019
See current Acts 435 local request
Request resources for Freedom Sunday
Download new food times
Book your place for Kids Matter Taster
I would love to hear from you to discuss any of the following things:
  • How you are getting involved in your local community, and good news stories about the difference this is making. 
  • Events you are running which welcome the local community or which equip for community engagement
  • If you would more information about the Church Urban Fund and what they do
  • If you would like me to visit your church, church meeting or group
  • Anything you would find useful in future editions of this letter
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