The influencing potential is impressive, and the commitment to diversity of representation is also an important element of what helps make ChurchWorks a key partner to Sanctuary. Your work is both valued and vital

This is an excellent opportunity for God’s people everywhere to make a difference in bringing healing, reconciliation and raising hope for so many people.

The ChurchWorks Commission provides for the Church of England with a practical partner in engagement on policy and in action on the ground in responding to key issues affecting our communities.

As a charity focusing on addressing loneliness and social isolation across the UK, we are acutely aware of the prospect of a combination of factors affecting the physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing of many people this winter. Concern about bills, heating and food are already leading to increased levels of anxiety and this – in turn – leads to increased feelings of loneliness. This is why we are partnering with Warm Welcome to provide training for volunteers in their key roles and to promote this crucial initiative.

We know this is going to be a tough winter for many, with our youngest children most at risk. Having places for families to go that are local, warm and welcoming will make a big difference. The Warm Welcome initiative is a simple and effective way of connecting people and places so no one needs to struggle alone.

The Warm Welcome Campaign demonstrates the willingness of churches and different community organisations across the UK to partner, and most importantly, to come alongside and serve those most in need this winter and beyond.

The ChurchWorks Commission helps us as a team to see the bigger picture - political, faith, church and community; serving alongside other organisations.

The church should be involved in solving the needs of its community… the Church can play a wonderful role in reaching people, connecting people, in praying for people, in dealing with issues such as mental wellbeing and domestic abuse for people within and outside the church.

As one of the leaders of the Methodist Church in Britain it’s been so very helpful to make the connections that ChurchWorks offers, working with others has meant that we’ve been able to be more than the sum of our parts, and that level of mutual learning and honesty really only happens in the commissioners meetings.

The Salvation Army appreciates their partnership with the ChurchWorks Commission. Working inter-denominationally is a priority to us and we see how mission and ministry can serve our communities when we work in partnership together. It is helpful to share ideas, resources and common desire for raising Kingdom Values in government, state and Church partnerships.