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As the Inspiring Ipswich project gains momentum, Pioneer Developer Andy Jefferson shares some of the principles behind Fresh Expressions and how they are essential when it comes to engaging with new people. As the Pioneer Developers for Inspiring Ipswich, we have a goal of seeing 20 fresh expressions of church in the Ipswich deanery by the end of the year...

Hope Church Ipswich is very pleased to announce that it will be running its third Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Life Skills Course from 30 January 2020. The course is free and open to all and covers the key skills needed to survive and thrive on a low income. The course helps people to stay on top of their household bills, see...

Everyone is welcome to The Sunday Debate. Andrew Croft, the pastor at Witnesham Baptist Chapel, says " The idea behind The Sunday Debate is to invite folk to talk about issues as many don't frequent pubs or other places to have these discussions. Yes of course it will be from a Christian view point but not noticeably evangelistic in nature." The...

Are girls really forced into sexual activity just to go to school?  Do husbands really force their wives onto the streets for sex-work?  Tragically, yes they do.  Can tools really help fight prostitution?  Wonderfully, yes they can, in the hands of the right people.  Judy is one of the right people! Judy lives in Chipata, Lusaka. She knows the pressure...

For over 15 years Cherie Parnell worked as a family law barrister.  Week in, week out she represented women whose children were permanently removed and she thought surely there must be support groups she could refer these women to.  But when Cherie searched online she only found support groups for the mums adopting children. If you lost a child through...

Jayne Green, Centre Manager for CAP in Ipswich, details plans to expand their capabilities to reach those in debt across the town. The Ipswich CAP Debt Centre has been open for over 6 years and during this time Jayne has been the Centre Manager and only Debt Coach.  This year we are looking to expand, and would are looking for...

Pregnancy loss support charity TimeNorfolk is looking to appoint a part-time Counsellor based in its Great Yarmouth office. Do you believe in the potential for counselling to change the lives of men and women who have suffered a pregnancy loss? We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, passionate individual who has exceptional skills, knowledge and understanding of loss and grief and...

'Open Up' is a Christian project addressing the issue of domestic abuse. They currently require a volunteer administrator. "We are looking for someone who is able to manage the day to day general admin as well as arranging the running of our Awareness Programme with local Churches". For more information please contact Jenny Haggar on [email protected]

Churches Together Felixstowe have announced details of their annual event for the beginning of 2020. When? Sunday 26th January 2020, 6:30pm Where? Salvation Army, Cobbold Road, Felixstowe, IP11 7EL The speaker will be Major Barry Willson from the Salvation Army, and there will be the usual mix of congregational singing, music from a young people’s group and a United Choir drawn from...

The annual Crown Him event in Ipswich is due to take place on Saturday 18th January. Here is what you can expect. If you ever needed a local event to start the year inspiring you in your walk of faith, then 'Crown Him' is an evening to set aside any other plans and get out your door to attend! Always...