We seek to be present for all, speaking and acting for justice, and providing support, especially to the vulnerable, deprived and excluded. Our WorkServing is local – and more than local. We serve our neighbours through local action and connecting with issues that affect God’s world. LocalIn 2019, a national Church of England social action survey found that four in five churches in Manchester Diocese engaged in a total of 851 projects. The survey also found that Manchester churches run, host, work in partnership or support in other ways a wide range of projects:
Our churches’ commitment to serving diverse communities in response to local needs remains strong. You can read the full report here. GlobalOur partnerships with the Dioceses of Lahore (Pakistan), Namibia and Tampere (Finland) remind us that we are part of one world. Our work focuses on two issues where our choices can make a real difference to the lives of those within and beyond our communities:
Our ApproachWherever possible we work in partnership locally and as a diocese. Our key partners in supporting social action projects are: We also work with local voluntary and public sector bodies, other churches and other faiths. Our environmental and Fairtrade commitments are supported by A Rocha UK, a Christian environmental charity, Christian Aid and the Fairtrade Foundation.
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