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Help the Foodbank
Can you help Coventry Foodbank? They are in need of the following items. You can donate at local supermarkets or directly to the Halo Centre in Binley.
Noodles
Snacks (biscuits, treats etc)
Condiments (salt, gravy granules, ketchup etc)
Mash
Soft Drinks (preferably squash or long-life fruit juice rather than carbonated cans)
Puddings (jelly, custard, treacle etc) |
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Open your church
Saturday 11th September
Take part in the City of Culture Faith event on Saturday 11th September. They need places of worship and community organizations to take part in 'Open House'.
Groups must nominate their interest to take part by filling in the form by Friday 18th June. The majority of the project will take place in the ‘Coventry Sacred Space’ (city centre & north Coventry): churches in this area are specifically needed, but churches based outside of this area keen to take part are still asked to get in touch. For full details, see the briefing sheet. |
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Money Worries - Gone!
The Coventry Christians Against Poverty team are growing to help more people in our city with their money. Joanne's life has been changed now she's free from debt. If you know someone who could use help with budgeting or debts, a friendly team member can help them along the way. Contact Ian or see the website. |
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Good Neighbours
Go Fish?
Graham* lives in Foleshill. In the past he loved to go fishing. Graham has dementia; unfortunately he is no longer able to go fishing on his own. Graham would love someone to take him fishing occasionally. If you could help Graham get back outdoors with Good Neighbours Coventry then contact Jackie here. |
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Good Neighbours
Walk in the Park?
Surgeet* is in her 80s and lives near War Memorial Park. Her husband died of COVID-19 last November. She would like a lady, aged 40+ to take her on a weekly walk around the park and sit and watch the world go by. She also likes jigsaws and craft. She doesn’t speak a lot of English, but she doesn’t mind the language barrier as long as she can get outdoors. Contact Fiona to meet her here.
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Passionate about overcoming barriers?
Join the free Coventry area Difference course via Zoom, on Wednesday evenings from 9th June - 14th July (7.30pm-9pm). Become passionate about bringing people together through barriers and working through difference in all its forms. The course builds on our natural abilities, teaching three habits of being curious, being present and to reimagine. This particular course is aimed at those who might consider hosting a course themselves. To join, email Emma here. |
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Support your community to reduce violence
The West Mids Police Violence Reduction Unit has produced an overview of their Faith Alliance and faith workstream within the VRU. They are here to support faith groups as they serve their communities, and in particular, keep young people safe. They can also assist with promotion of activities/projects and with bid-writing. Contact Fred Kratt for more: f.kratt@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk / 07436 782331. |
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Digital Labs conference
Hosted by the Church of England Digital Team, The Digital Labs conference is an online event for churches who want to use digital communications creatively and sustainably for onsite and online communities. From Friday 11th June 7:30pm - Sat 12th June 4:00pm. Tickets are priced from £6-£10. More information and tickets available here. |
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What's hosting like?
Hope at Home hosts are Christians who take survivors of modern slavery into their homes. These people are so grateful for a warm, safe place to sleep, and a kind welcome. Hosting is not difficult and is fully supported. Check out the video below to see what hosts have to say.
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Becoming a mental health friendly church
Kintsugi Hope are hosting an online event to explore what a Mental Health Friendly Church can look like and launch a major research initiative to help understand the landscape of mental health in the UK church. Join in to find out how to create a safe, supportive and welcoming space in which people can grow, flourish, find belonging and experience a deeper sense of the love of God. Click here for more details and tickets.
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Music for the climate
Join Christian Aid and the fantastic Chineke! Orchestra for a free online debut performance of new orchestral work Song of the Prophets: A Requiem for the Climate. It premieres on Wednesday 9th June at 7pm. The piece is specially composed based on Christian Aid’s climate change work. They are joined by an address from Dr Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, and a panel discussion with climate campaigners. More information here. |
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Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer
Eternal Wall of Answered prayer are holding a competition to name the access road to Eternal Wall. Click here for details and to enter.
They are hosting a webinar on 21st June at 7.30pm giving you the opportunity to hear from their social media team. Click here for details.
They are also looking for volunteers, in particular a 'church connector'. For more information contact Michelle.
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