Prayer initiative for young people to launch for Lent
The United Reformed Church Children’s and Youth Work team is launching a new prayer initiative for young people.
Around the URC in seven days: 13-19 February 2023
A round-up of news from around the United Reformed Church from the past seven days, 13-19 February.
URC minister named one of 100 changemakers in Wales
A United Reformed Church minister has been named one of 100 Changemakers who have made a positive difference in Wales.
Turkey and Syria earthquakes: emergency appeal launched
International development charity, Christian Aid, has launched an emergency appeal to help people impacted by the devastating earthquakes that struck southern Turkey and northern Syria on 6 February.
Youth Assembly round-up: 27-29 January 2023
Ninety-seven young people and ecumenical guests gathered at Whitemoor Lakes in Staffordshire for URC Youth Assembly 2023, held from 27-29 January.
Welsh government minister praises URC Rhyl project
The Ask Centre in Rhyl welcomed a special guest last week, Rebecca Evans, Finance Minister for the Welsh Government.
Faith leaders voice criticism of Public Order Bill
Faith leaders, including the Revd Fiona Bennett, Moderator of the United Reformed Church General Assembly, have criticised the proposed Public Order Bill.
Holocaust Memorial Day 2023: Light the darkness
People are being encouraged to safely place lit candles in their windows for Holocaust Memorial Day 2023, taking place on 27 January and themed 'Ordinary People'.
Church House hosts national ecumenical gathering
Church House was host to Churches Together England’s National Ecumenical Officers’ (NEO) Gathering on 23 January.