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Lent Reflections
Lenten Reflections: Fasting, Almsgiving, and the Fight Against Poverty.As Christians we are about to embark on the journey of Lent, marked by prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, the call to reflect on poverty resonates profoundly in the hearts of believers worldwide....
How poor nutrition can impact us all
Did you know it’s Nutrition and Hydration Week this month? This is a worthwhile campaign and most of us could benefit from advice on eating better. Nutrition and poverty For some, poor nutrition is a choice. Others, though, including many of those who seek help from...
The cost of living crisis: four ways to help those hit hardest
We’re all aware that the cost of living in the UK has risen significantly in recent months, with prices for energy and food at the highest we’ve seen in many years. But did you know the devastating impact this is having on low income households in particular?...
Introducing the Colchester Poverty Forum
So What’s It All About? We all want to fight poverty and see people released from the prison of oppression in this town. But do you know how much work is already being done? There is a lot happening in this town, but not all of it is widely known. There are so many...
August Monthly Column: Be frugal and have fun this summer
In August, our social media feeds will likely be filled with images of families going on adventures, jetting off on holiday, having meals out and enjoying the summer while the kids are off school. For many of us, this can be deflating, especially if money is tight....
CAP UK – Walk in my Shoes 2017
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