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James 2:18 (TNIV)
Commitment for Life encourages all United Reformed and Local Ecumenical Partnership churches to take action, pray and give for people across the world. It works with both Christian Aid and The World Development Movement. Last year we raised over £600,000 (due to a substantial legacy) to help alleviate the root causes of poverty. 75% goes to Christian Aid to be divided equally among the four partner countries, 10% to the World Development Movement and 15% for administration, resources and grant giving. It is the recommended way for all United Reformed Churches to give to Christian Aid.
Celebrate that Commitment for Life is 20 years old this year. To help you celebrate we have produced a special service with images and stories from the last 20 years. The service has been written by Janet Sowerbutts and Sheila Rudofsky and includes stories and comments. The Biblical reflection is by Ros Lyle.
This joint action for a just peace is convened by
the World Council of Churches and offers congregations a chance to learn more about the situation, pray and advocate. Please download the UK leaflet to use in meetings and worship. A useful service outline to use during the week has been produced by the UK group. Feel free to use and adapt as suits your tradition. More resources can be found at www.worldweekforpeace.org
Commitment for Life supporters visited Christian Aid partners in Bangladesh last November. It was a full and rewarding experience. Take a look at their daily blog and videos on our new Facebook page
To see images from the trip click here. If you would like a speaker to come to share more about the issues in Bangladesh, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . To see an excellent video of the trip, for use in worship and church meetings, please visit our video page.
The Ecumenical World Development Conference will take place this year at The Hayes, Swanwick from 1-3rd October. This conference is open to anyone interested in development issues and wanting to develop skills, understand issues and take action within their church environment. The Booking Form is now available www.ewdc.info