Christian charities Flashcards
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Trussell Trust
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- Foodbank set up in 1997 to help those in need
- Based upon the Christian teachings and the Parable of the Sheep and Goats
- They work to end poverty
- Non-perishable food is donated and shared with people identifying as having a need
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Oasis Project
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- A community hub with an internet cafe, creative courses, job club, training and a base for meetings
- Around 200 people use the centre each week and spiritual and practical support Is given
- It also runs a food bank
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Street Pastors
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- Original main aim was to challenge gang culture - started in Brixton
- The focus was widened to fear of crime, responding to drunkenness and anti-social behaviour
- They support people who are vulnerable, wearing a uniform
- They listen to people’s problems, give guidance and discourage anti-social behaviour
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Alpha Course
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- First aim was to help people understand the basics of Christian faith
- Soon it evolved into helping people discover more about Christianity
- Take place in Churches, homes, universities and workplaces
- Millions of people have take part in courses
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Corrymeela
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- Corrymeela is Northern Ireland’s oldest peace and reconciliation organisation
- The community seeks to provide harmony and reconciliation
- People from different backgrounds work together
- It aims to move away violence and distrust
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Barnabas Fund
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- Helps Christians who are suffering, discrimination, oppression, and persecution and raises awareness
- International - work within 60 countries
- Equipping for ministry
- Provide Bibles
- Relief
- Raises awareness
- Channeling aid
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Christian Solidarity Worldwide
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- Is a Christian Human Rights organisation that campaigns for religious freedom
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CAFOD
(Catholic Agency For Overseas Development)
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- To bring compassion to all people in poor communities
- Increase access to clean water, education and healthcare
- Lobbies governments to prevent, respond and resolve conflicts and emergencies
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Christian Aid
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- Official relief charity or 41 denominations
- Stop poverty and provide emergency relief
- Fairtrade, climate change and justice
- Christian Aid Week is in May
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Tearfund
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- Also known as Evangelical Alliance Relief Fund
- Following the examples of Jesus, help those who experience disaster
- Churches hold fundraising events to free people from poverty
