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A round-up of news from across the United Reformed Church over the past seven days, 11-17 August.  Thames North Synod Congratulations to the Revd John Key who celebrated the 65th anniversary of his ordination on 30 July. To mark the milestone, Thames North Moderator Revd George Watt visited John, described as a good a faithful […]

International development agency Christian Aid has been working with church leaders and campaigners to produce a series of resources to help tackle the long-standing and “too difficult” issues around Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory. The three short films bring together the voices of UK Christians, and Palestinians in a way which helps churches start […]

Did you know you can apply for grants to assist you in holiday clubs, uniform groups and for general child/ youth work. It can sometimes be tricky to know how to resource an event or venture that has a missional focus if you have limited finances. Holiday clubs are always in need of more pens […]

Eighteen Christian organisations, including the United Reformed Church, have called on the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Energy Secruity and Net Zero, to abandon fossil fuels. In a joint letter, signed by Catriona Wheeler, URC General Assembly Moderator 2025-2026, the organisations express deep concern that “further oil and gas extraction might be […]

Peedie Kirk United Reformed Church within the National Synod of Scotland has played an important part in the historic 20th International Island Games.    From 12-19 July, the Orkney Islands welcomed more than 2,000 athletes and 900 volunteers at what is believed to be Europe’s largest multi-sport event of 2025. During the opening ceremony, led […]

A round-up of news from across the United Reformed Church over the past seven days: 21-27 July. North Western Synod ARC Blackburn and Darwen Asylum Refugee Enterprise (DARE) is celebrating good news. Its three-year Partnership Fund application with The National Lottery Community Fund has been successful, securing a grant of just over £466,000. This funding […]