This Advent Bible study is based on Luke 1: 46-55, Mary’s Magnificat. It includes scripture, points for personal or group consideration, and possible responses. As Christians this is a familiar passage. That can make it difficult for us to properly
Liam Purcell reflects on his first year (and a bit!) as chief executive of Church Action on Poverty I stepped into the role of Chief Exec here at Church Action on Poverty in July 2025. So in July 2026, I
Bob Rae from Sheffield Church Action on Poverty reports on their 2026 Urban Poverty Pilgrimage Supporters of Church Action on Poverty from Sheffield have visited a series of initiatives designed to alleviate poverty in the Highfield and Heeley districts of
Group members, friends and guests at the Passing On The Torch event Friends, supporters and members, past and present, gathered at St Joseph’s in Gateshead as Church Action on Poverty North East (CAPNE) celebrated 38 years of work challenging poverty
Geoff Moore looks at food, faith and fellowship, and how his church (and others) can encourage two-way hospitality. Geoff delivered this sermon at St Brandon’s in Brancepeth, near Durham, on Church Action on Poverty Sunday. Readings: Isaiah 35:3-6; Psalm 147:1-7;
16 October 2026 The launch of the Affordable Food Alliance Leading affordable food organisations have joined forces, and are urging the Government to recognise their role in tackling hunger, food insecurity and community fragmentation. The new Affordable Food Alliance includes
Our annual review and financial statements are now available, for the year 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. The document includes details of our work undertaken throughout the year. Read the review and statements
A fraudster in Uganda is pretending to be connected to Church Action on Poverty. Please do not give them any personal details. We have been made aware that people in Uganda are being approached via Twitter/X or WhatsApp by people
Take the fun Just Church quiz, to see how well your church is doing, and what your next steps could be The quiz is part of the launch support for our new Just Church programme, which supports and equips churches
