https://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Groups/153516/Features.aspx Latest articles from Features, Together4Bristol 2026, Together4Bristol en Hubb, www.hubb.digital 1440 http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/499855/Christian_Action_Bristols.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/499855/Christian_Action_Bristols.aspx Sun, 11 Jun 2017 23:00:00 GMT CAB has developed over the last couple of years, to encourage Christians to get involved in social action. The vision is to ‘Mobilise the human and financial capital that exists within the Christian community in Bristol... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/498920/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/498920/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 30 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT With much to celebrate at this time of year, and much to be thinking and praying about, I hope this email finds you happy, well, and engaged in some form of prayer and action for the global community. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/498915/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/498915/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 30 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT The world still seems a little bleak right now, with cold weather and increasingly alarming news stories. But the daffodils and blossom are defying the cold, and sticking their heads above the parapet, to offer us hope and joy. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/492388/The_Noise_2017.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/492388/The_Noise_2017.aspx Thu, 02 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT The Noise 2017 is getting closer, and plans for the weekend are starting to take shape! ...People will be making a difference in urban estate communities in North, Central/East and South Bristol and showing God's love in practical ways. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/487671/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/487671/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sun, 08 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT My prayer is not only that we experience new starts as we journey in to 2017, but that we see a new wave of mercy and peace in situations where conflict has been going on for years. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/483586/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/483586/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT As our minds turn to Advent, and Jesus coming to live in our messy world, we look around us and know we are in as much need of the Light of Christ as we have ever been. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/485662/Bristol_reaches_Golden.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/485662/Bristol_reaches_Golden.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT 100 local people raised nearly 4000 at the Golden Ticket Gala at Armada House, to fund life changing equipment for Ugandan gold miners. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/481610/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/481610/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:00:00 GMT As the temperature starts to drop and the leaves start to turn, so a new school year begins. Let's view this new season as a time to 'See what God will do' (Micah 7) in a world full of injustice, poverty and conflict. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/473330/Christians_in_Politics.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/473330/Christians_in_Politics.aspx Sun, 31 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMT During these uncertain political times, what should the response of Christians be and, more importantly, what are the opportunities? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/466899/Crisis_Centre_Ministries.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/466899/Crisis_Centre_Ministries.aspx Sat, 30 Apr 2016 23:00:00 GMT We simply could not carry out this work without your support, prayer, volunteering and donations. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462162/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462162/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT ...we are all called to try to turn what is violent and destructive into something good and useful, in whatever small way we can. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462155/CCM_Planting_tiny.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462155/CCM_Planting_tiny.aspx Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT The allotment provides a form of therapy for clients with a history of long-term problems. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462157/Christian_Action_Bristol.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462157/Christian_Action_Bristol.aspx Mon, 29 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT A small group has been working on producing a 'Manifesto' to help the people in our churches think about how our faith applies to the practical issues we face in Bristol... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/461794/Vote_in_Airbus.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/461794/Vote_in_Airbus.aspx Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Vote for your favourite! All nominated groups are now in with a chance of winning an award and a share of the 10,000 award money http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462141/Crisis_Centre_Ministries.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/462141/Crisis_Centre_Ministries.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT CCM are active members of the Rough Sleeping Task Group, led by St Mungo's, which is just one dimension of Bristol City Council's Homelessness Prevention Board http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/459540/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/459540/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 29 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT We hope the new year, with all its challenges ahead, will inspire you to keep praying and acting for justice, to bring hope to people struggling in poverty and adversity. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456861/Sixty_One_Newsletter.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456861/Sixty_One_Newsletter.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Sixty One offers the churches a great opportunity to unite and take the light of Jesus’ unconditional love to those in prison. Together we can achieve great things. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456860/Not_just_for.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456860/Not_just_for.aspx Sun, 27 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT MPs have been criticising the Prime Minister recently for dropping his concept of the Big Society, saying Government cuts have killed the ability for charities and faith based groups to provide extra support. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456934/Global_Aware_Update.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/456934/Global_Aware_Update.aspx Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT I have been so encouraged lately by the amount of people in my community doing all they can to support refugees. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/448423/Syria.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/448423/Syria.aspx Sun, 13 Sep 2015 23:00:00 GMT Please pray for an end to the violence in Syria and wisdom for world leaders to know how to help... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/440690/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/440690/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 29 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT Let's keep in our thoughts and prayers those who are struggling to survive through wars, extreme poverty or natural disasters... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/437674/A_General_Election.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/437674/A_General_Election.aspx Mon, 04 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT I have been struck by the number of people who believe and understand it is a duty and privilege for Christians to vote but don't know where to begin! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/437636/Vote_for_us.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/437636/Vote_for_us.aspx Sun, 03 May 2015 23:00:00 GMT a simply brilliant project that will support and enhance the lives of the elderly in Knowle West and we need your vote to win the 25,000 funding to make it happen. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/435956/Headlines_Election_Special.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/435956/Headlines_Election_Special.aspx Wed, 15 Apr 2015 23:00:00 GMT We’ve produced a range of innovative resources to help you encourage your church members to vote. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/433439/A_Review_of.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/433439/A_Review_of.aspx Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT by working cooperatively and in unity, we will be able to do even more to combat food poverty across the city. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/429918/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/429918/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 12 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT “The issue is not can I make all the difference; it is what’s the difference I can make…because today there is always a difference I can make” http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/429678/Bristol_celebrates_10.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/429678/Bristol_celebrates_10.aspx Tue, 10 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT “I’m proud to live in a city that places such a high value on ethical and sustainable living... Fairtrade is about alleviating world poverty and achieving global equality.” http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/426985/Christians_in_Politics.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/426985/Christians_in_Politics.aspx Thu, 15 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT Launch of the SHOW UP Campaign... aimed at encouraging Christians to positively engage with politics this election year and beyond. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/425525/Why_Start_a.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/425525/Why_Start_a.aspx Sun, 28 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT saves local churches from having to reinvent the wheel by offering 'off the peg' projects, each of which are best-practice models that can be adapted locally to suit community needs and church resources. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/424292/Sanctuary_Summit_2014.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/424292/Sanctuary_Summit_2014.aspx Thu, 11 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT an unprecedented gathering of refugees, migrants, advocates and supporters from more than 100 civil society organisations across Britain who voted unanimously to work to stop the tide of negativity facing those who come to our shores. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/423899/GBCP_Newsletter_Decemeber.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/423899/GBCP_Newsletter_Decemeber.aspx Wed, 10 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT Hoping that a proper audit of what is available will be carried out and promote Bristol being the “European Green Capital” for 2015. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/422735/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/422735/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 27 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT spend some time praying and taking positive action for those who may have lost all hope and have been waiting for so long for peace, an end to hunger or persecution. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/422589/Welcome_to_Jonathan.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/422589/Welcome_to_Jonathan.aspx Wed, 26 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT "It is a privilege and an exciting prospect to be joining CCM at this time. I just wonder what the Lord has in store for the ministry as we look forward together!" http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/420163/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/420163/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, let us, as God's people, continue to shine Christ’s everlasting light in our world, praying, giving and acting for peace, justice and a fair share for all. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/418237/International_Fair_Trade.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/418237/International_Fair_Trade.aspx Sun, 12 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT Bristol has taken the lead in highlighting the importance of the fair and green agenda and how both aspects are of crucial importance to resilience and sustainability. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/420550/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/420550/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Wed, 08 Oct 2014 23:00:00 GMT As the season begins to change and the evenings draw in there is much to celebrate and look forward to in the coming month. Let’s keep the Lord of the Harvest at the centre of our giving, acting and praying this month. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/416132/Street_Pastors_Recruiting.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/416132/Street_Pastors_Recruiting.aspx Tue, 23 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT We are trying in a small way to make the City Centre a safer, more peaceful area. We look out for vulnerable people who need a helping hand... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/417033/Bristol_in_the.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/417033/Bristol_in_the.aspx Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT "I’m proud to live in a city which takes inequality and food poverty seriously and puts this kind of effort in to tackling the issue." http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/415115/Social_Enterprise_its.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/415115/Social_Enterprise_its.aspx Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The work of the pioneering Pierian Centre, and a recently published account of it, The Honesty Pot, will introduce a wider discussion of the role social enterprise can play in a fairer and more sustainable future. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/414133/Would_Jesus_vote.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/414133/Would_Jesus_vote.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT The Evangelical Alliance has launched a survey to find out, among other things, how evangelical Christians will be voting in the next general election and why. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/414124/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/414124/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 04 Sep 2014 23:00:00 GMT Join Christians across the world in taking action and praying for our world this month - and make sure you register for the Best Ever Global Aware Conference in January! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/411022/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/411022/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sun, 10 Aug 2014 23:00:00 GMT ...act and pray on behalf of the world's vulnerable poor and for our fragile earth, knowing that our efforts will be increased by God's power and love. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/408258/The_Thornbury_Foodbank.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/408258/The_Thornbury_Foodbank.aspx Tue, 08 Jul 2014 23:00:00 GMT Many of our clients come to Foodbank when there has been some crisis in their lives; benefit changes and delays is a major problem, also domestic violence, debt, low income, unemployment, sickness, homelessness and multiple other reasons. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/406624/Fabulous_and_Fair.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/406624/Fabulous_and_Fair.aspx Wed, 25 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT Lucy inspired the audience to buy less, buy fair and wear for longer as part of the solution to the destructive impact the fashion industry is having on people and planet. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/406362/Bristol_Street_Pastors.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/406362/Bristol_Street_Pastors.aspx Mon, 23 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT A fabulous ministry, enabling ordinary Christians to get out and make a real difference, showing God's love on our streets. Come along and find out what we've been up to! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/405065/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/405065/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 09 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT We can choose to speak out on behalf of the poor and marginalised, and engage with the structures of power and politics which have the potential to transform our society and world. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/405061/Fairtrade_Campaigner_in.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/405061/Fairtrade_Campaigner_in.aspx Mon, 09 Jun 2014 23:00:00 GMT A new exhibition celebrating the contributions of Bristol citizens, past and present, to the character and status of the city at home and abroad http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/403651/Bristol_Fairtrade_Newsletter.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/403651/Bristol_Fairtrade_Newsletter.aspx Mon, 26 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT Bristol Fairtrade is a voluntary group of businesses, charities and indviduals who support Fairtrade and is open to everyone to join http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/403604/Is_the_Christian.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/403604/Is_the_Christian.aspx Sun, 25 May 2014 23:00:00 GMT The challenges facing society in 2014, many believe, are like nothing experienced before... The impacts of global warming are likely to be "severe, pervasive and irreversible". http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/401097/_Peace_by.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/401097/_Peace_by.aspx Tue, 29 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT For its first 300 years, the Christian Church was against war, with soldiers automatically resigning on becoming a Christian, but Constantine changed all that, with the church becoming intertwined with the state. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/400615/What_s_that.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/400615/What_s_that.aspx Thu, 24 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT run every year by Bristol churches since 2001. Each May Bank Holiday, rain or shine, local people roll up their sleeves, put on a blue T-shirt and get stuck in. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/398532/Happy_Birthday_Bristol.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/398532/Happy_Birthday_Bristol.aspx Thu, 03 Apr 2014 23:00:00 GMT Street Pastors have now been patrolling Bristol City Centre for a whole year! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/396751/Bristol_Nights_Briefing.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/396751/Bristol_Nights_Briefing.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT When did you last start your doing your bit for God at 10.30pm? That’s what Bristol Nights Volunteers do. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/396154/The_Sleep_Out.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/396154/The_Sleep_Out.aspx Fri, 14 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT A total of 150 people slept out from 11 different organisations that work in the homeless sector. At present, the total figure raised across these organisations stands at a massive 20,000! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/394565/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/394565/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 28 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT Fairtrade Fortnight is well underway but there is still time to get involved! Check out the link in the Actions section. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/394559/Christian_Aid_Newsletter.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/394559/Christian_Aid_Newsletter.aspx Fri, 28 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT Giving, Acting and Praying in Bristol and South Gloucestershire? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/391110/The_Noise_2014.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/391110/The_Noise_2014.aspx Wed, 29 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Christians from all over Bristol will join the local church in showing God's love in practical ways across the city in a high profile weekend of projects and events. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/388442/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/388442/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 09 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT Thank you for everything you are doing to end extreme global poverty and bring God's Kingdom nearer. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/387225/ISR_Newsletter_December.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/387225/ISR_Newsletter_December.aspx Tue, 24 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT "Give and it will be given to you...for with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." Luke 6 v 38 http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/387216/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/387216/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 24 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT ...let's include a gift for people outside our immediate circle this Christmas, of prayer, money or time for people in our world whose needs are greatest. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/381847/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/381847/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sat, 07 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT As the days become shorter and the darker evenings draw in, we need to keep our eyes fixed on God, our source of inner light. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/375651/Time_for_celebration.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/375651/Time_for_celebration.aspx Tue, 15 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT Whether you have volunteered, skydived, prayed, donated or spread the word, this year you have made the biggest impact on the women’s lives EVER. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/377588/ISR_Newsletter_October.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/377588/ISR_Newsletter_October.aspx Mon, 14 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT “Putting faith to work” is at the heart of what ISR is about, as we work to make a difference in the community, in the workplace and in the church. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373641/ISR_Newsletter_September.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373641/ISR_Newsletter_September.aspx Sun, 29 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT St Michael’s takes its green credentials very seriously and promotes environmental initiatives throughout the community. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373621/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373621/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sun, 29 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT May we do all we can to work for peace and understanding, and to end the desperate poverty and corruption which often facilitates this violence and war. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373132/The_5K_Partnership.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/373132/The_5K_Partnership.aspx Tue, 24 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT In the last couple of years there has been an explosion in food poverty across the UK. It is estimated that well over 500,000 people are now reliant on food aid... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/372629/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/372629/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 20 Sep 2013 23:00:00 GMT How do we see this time of year - a time to sigh as we pick up responsibilities again or a chance to do something new to serve God? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/369255/Helping_Vulnerable_People.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/369255/Helping_Vulnerable_People.aspx Fri, 30 Aug 2013 23:00:00 GMT For people who have an interest, but perhaps no experience, in helping vulnerable people and those with life-disrupting problems. Our main focus is on homelessness and the problems that tend to go with it. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/365035/ISR_Newsletter_July.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/365035/ISR_Newsletter_July.aspx Wed, 24 Jul 2013 23:00:00 GMT “If you do away with the yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk, and if you spend yourselves on behalf of the hungry..." http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362301/More_than_Food.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362301/More_than_Food.aspx Sat, 29 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT ‘When I give bread to the poor they call me a saint, when I ask why they are poor they call me a Communist’ Bishop Camara of Brazil. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362295/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362295/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sat, 29 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT The pressures of world poverty and climate change are constant of course, and seemingly ever more urgent... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362299/ISR_Newsletter_June.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/362299/ISR_Newsletter_June.aspx Fri, 28 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT It's very easy to fear the unknown, and often our attitude to strangers is built on ignorance and fear rather than love and nurture... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/361095/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/361095/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:00:00 GMT June is shaping up to be quite a month! So many opportunities to learn more and to speak up for the world's poor - take part and make a difference! http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356439/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356439/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 20 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT Fantastic opportunities to be refreshed and inspired, as we have the Festival of Ideas, Party in the Park and Big Green Week locally, and the huge Enough Food IF lobby in London. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356307/ISR_Newsletter_Earthkeepers.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356307/ISR_Newsletter_Earthkeepers.aspx Sun, 19 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT “Putting faith to work” is at the heart of what ISR is about, as we work to make a difference in the community, in the workplace and in the church. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356302/The_Noise_2013.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/356302/The_Noise_2013.aspx Sun, 19 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT The 12th year that people from different churches and groups got together to ‘Show God’s Love in Practical Ways’ in Bristol. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/355578/The_Matthew_Tree.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/355578/The_Matthew_Tree.aspx Mon, 13 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT A human tragedy of enormous proportions unfolding before our eyes and it's our first hand experience that only small 'pockets' of the church body are engaged and helping with the work... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354069/Local_Spring_Elections.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354069/Local_Spring_Elections.aspx Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT We encourage all people to exercise their vote, and recognising the responsibility of all Christians to have an active and prayerful concern for their local community... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354153/Carnival_Kingdom.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354153/Carnival_Kingdom.aspx Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT Carnival Kingdom; biblical justice for global communities. It seeks to challenge Christians to reconsider the biblical justice mandate for our times. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354151/Gather_News_April.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/354151/Gather_News_April.aspx Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT With an economic crisis, the withdrawal of local services and welfare payments, we see great social need and opportunities for the Church to arise and serve. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/353912/Living_in_a.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/353912/Living_in_a.aspx Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT There are many responses from avoidance and fear to acceptance and even immersion. What does God want? He has not given us a spirit of fear but of love and self-control. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/351432/Could_you_live.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/351432/Could_you_live.aspx Sun, 07 Apr 2013 23:00:00 GMT Job Seekers Allowance benefit is a very topical subject at the moment. It has been in the news all week with many different views being expressed. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/349697/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/349697/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 25 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT Just as Jesus knelt and washed the disciples feet, may we spend ourselves to serve others, knowing we will find blessing in the service. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/346843/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/346843/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT In times of austerity, it's easy for the focus to turn away from the world's poorest...but we will never face the conditions that millions in the global south still endure http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/343344/Enough_Food_for.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/343344/Enough_Food_for.aspx Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT Because we believe it's wrong that today 870 million people will go to bed hungry in a world with enough food for everyone. We believe it's time to speak out against the injustice of hunger. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/336717/ISR_News_Briefing.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/336717/ISR_News_Briefing.aspx Sat, 08 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT ISR works with and on behalf of the Diocese of Bristol on issues related to social, economic and enivronmental justice and faith http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/335684/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/335684/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT As Advent is a time when we look for signs of Christ's light and hope for the world, this Bulletin is focussing solely on good news stories and http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/330601/Daniel_5_Truth.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/330601/Daniel_5_Truth.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT Daniel told the truth. He told unpalatable truth to tyrants with absolute power. He interpreted their dreams, however damning, as the Lord revealed them to him http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/331962/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/331962/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT As the cold weather hits and the clocks go back, it seems a dark and difficult time. But let's take a few minutes to give thanks... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/331601/Human_Trafficking_the.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/331601/Human_Trafficking_the.aspx Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT on 15 November to enable people to vote for the first time for a Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for their local area http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/327949/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/327949/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Wed, 26 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT a few moments to read and digest this month's Bulletin and commit to prayer, action and taking part in a local event to show your solidarity with the world's poor http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/326131/Tax_Justice_Bus.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/326131/Tax_Justice_Bus.aspx Tue, 11 Sep 2012 23:00:00 GMT Tax dodging is a high-profile injustice that keeps some people poor while others get richer. It robs countries of the taxes they are owed: money that could be spent on health, education http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/323855/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/323855/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Wed, 22 Aug 2012 23:00:00 GMT ...the international campaigning movement, Avaaz, that now has 15 million supporters around the world. It touched me and also reminded me... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/321141/Stopping_the_Destitution.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/321141/Stopping_the_Destitution.aspx Fri, 27 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT As some of you may be aware, an Algerian asylum seeker, Ibrahim, is currently camping out on College Green, and has been since the 1st of July. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320472/Help_regulate_the.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320472/Help_regulate_the.aspx Sun, 22 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT An international treaty to place restrictions on the sale of arms and ammunition is being discussed at talks in New York until 27 July... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320469/Get_Involved_Emergency.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320469/Get_Involved_Emergency.aspx Sun, 22 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Would your ‘community’ consider caring for people who have been evacuated from their homes? People may be traumatised... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320436/Video_Rio_Connection.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/320436/Video_Rio_Connection.aspx Sun, 22 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT This summer, 20 years on from the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janiero, Brazil, government representatives will meet at... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/319590/Bristol_Green_Capital.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/319590/Bristol_Green_Capital.aspx Fri, 13 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT Food Poverty – at the same time as we waste more than 30%? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/317897/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/317897/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sun, 01 Jul 2012 23:00:00 GMT As the UK experiences more damaging and unseasonal weather patterns, it brings to mind other places that have been devastated... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/317904/Bristols_First_Asylum.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/317904/Bristols_First_Asylum.aspx Sat, 30 Jun 2012 23:00:00 GMT Asylum seekers have come out on the street with determination to be heard and to stand up with dignity and tell the world how it really is... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/314625/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/314625/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Wed, 30 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT It's hard to think about world poverty and environmental damage when everyone seems so happy because of the weather. But... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/314578/Noise_Review_2012.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/314578/Noise_Review_2012.aspx Wed, 30 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT ...volunteers have been driven by the same desire to simply ‘Show God’s Love in Practical Ways’. The Noise 2012 was not like any other year... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/312503/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/312503/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 10 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT As we face another wet and windy weekend, let's take a moment to think of those who have far greater things to overcome. Let's give thanks... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/311176/A_Mayor_for.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/311176/A_Mayor_for.aspx Tue, 01 May 2012 23:00:00 GMT How will you vote on Thursday 3rd May? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/307103/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/307103/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:00:00 GMT 'Anyone who does not take up his cross and follow in my steps is not fit to be my disciple' (Matt 10:38) http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/305647/Water_Water_Everywhere.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/305647/Water_Water_Everywhere.aspx Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT But for the millions of people who have seen their scanty water sources decline year by year, it is literally a matter of life and death. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/304331/Bristol_Hospitality_Network.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/304331/Bristol_Hospitality_Network.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Organisations that have supported asylum seekers in Bristol have felt the severity of the cuts...But the BHN Network seems to... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/304315/The_Wild_Goose.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/304315/The_Wild_Goose.aspx Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Looking at the difference it makes to the lives of the homeless people who use the centre... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/303552/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/303552/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Today is the World Day of Prayer; let's try to take some time today to think beyond our own lives and into the wider world... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/299652/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/299652/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT As we approach Lent, what an excellent opportunity to reflect on the many injustices in the world and to examine ourselves to see... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/296657/A_Year_of.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/296657/A_Year_of.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT At the heart of the beliefs of faith communities are values such as compassion and justice. Through social programmes rooted... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/294914/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/294914/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT What will your New Year's Resolution be? To exercise more, eat fewer biscuits, watch less TV? Whatever you aim for, make this a... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/293668/Street_Pastors.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/293668/Street_Pastors.aspx Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Street Pastors are local Christians, from local Churches, who go out from 11pm until 4am in small mixed teams of 4 or 5 people on a Friday night... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/291491/Tracking_the_impact.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/291491/Tracking_the_impact.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT This study looks at how church- and faith-based projects in deprived areas are coping in the light of the spending cuts... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/290695/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/290695/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT In this, the darkest time of the year, when we prepare for Jesus to come and bring light into our hearts, let's look for ways to bring light... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/289276/CAFOD_Campaigns_Update.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/289276/CAFOD_Campaigns_Update.aspx Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT We take water for granted. Yet one in eight of the world’s population still can’t access clean water...Robin Hood Tax and more. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/287161/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/287161/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT As we witness remarkable stories unfolding around the world this month, from fallen dictators to devastating earthquakes, let us... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/284226/Urban_Expression_Bristol.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/284226/Urban_Expression_Bristol.aspx Wed, 12 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT Mike Pears fills us in on the past year. We are just about to launch into our second year as Urban Expression in Bristol... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/283146/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/283146/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMT As you can see, this is a really busy month with plenty of opportunities to learn more and take action to promote peace and justice in the world http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/279807/On_speaking_the.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/279807/On_speaking_the.aspx Sat, 10 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT Most people think that politicians are liars, or they did last time I checked. There is a sense in which this is manifestly false... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/278820/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/278820/Global_Aware_Bulletin.aspx Fri, 02 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMT As we head into a new term and a new season, let's make God's call 'to act justly and love mercy' (Micah 6:8) be at the centre of our renewed activities. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/259469/Wanted_local_heroes.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/259469/Wanted_local_heroes.aspx Wed, 04 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Every day we hear great stories about people, churches and projects across the UK making a difference because of their Christian faith. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237542/Forum_for_Change.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237542/Forum_for_Change.aspx Wed, 04 May 2011 23:00:00 GMT Forum for Change (F4C) is an initiative facilitated by the Evangelical Alliance to bring together prayer, strategic http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/254911/Importance_of_hustings.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/254911/Importance_of_hustings.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT Hustings took place across the Bristol region in the run up to last year's elections...CARE has launched a report today... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/254909/The_Water_of.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/254909/The_Water_of.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMT As Christian Aid week 15-21st May quickly approaches, Gill Alexander Regional Coordinator for Bristol reflects on the impact... http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/251770/Cuts_affect_poorest.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/251770/Cuts_affect_poorest.aspx Sat, 26 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Bishop of Bath and Wells has called on parishioners to protest against government spending cuts. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/247447/Update_on_The.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/247447/Update_on_The.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT For ten consecutive years, local churches have been involved in running a huge event in North Bristol called ‘The Noise’... By Stewart North http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/250141/Faith_in_Politics.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/250141/Faith_in_Politics.aspx Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Archbishop hosted a lecture given by the Rt Hon Gordon Brown MP entitled "Faith and Politics?", asking whether faith should be left at the entrance to the House of Commons Chamber. http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/243176/_A_Christian.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/243176/_A_Christian.aspx Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT “Are we really serious about, ‘breaking the chains of injustice and setting the oppressed free’”? http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237837/Influence_Did_Jesus.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237837/Influence_Did_Jesus.aspx Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT This is a question many Christians have asked as they have sought to understand what Christian http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237836/Who_Speaks_for.aspx http://www.together4bristol.org.uk/Articles/237836/Who_Speaks_for.aspx Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Who speaks for the weak, the poor, the vulnerable, the oppressed, the powerless, the cold, the hungry and the despised?