Friends abroad We have links with people and churches in India, Bangladesh , Slovakia, Poland, The Gambia and other parts of the world. We also support and Tear Fund and Operation Christmas Child – the ‘Shoe-box Appeal.’ Why Bother? At the heart of the Bible is concern and action to help those who are in need. Jesus himself identifies with the disadvantaged: "For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.' Matthew Chapter 25 verse 36. We also identify with those who are disadvantaged, without shelter, without 'land rights' or who suffer at the hands of aggressive and manipulative governments. We believe that our actions can make a difference. Explore where we are helping to make a difference: India, Bangladesh, Slovakia, Poland and Hiati. ![]() Eating together at our 'Overseas Interest Service' | A continuing relationship One of our longest relationships has been with a church and community in India. We have helped to build 53 homes and fund the local day creche and school. ![]() David and Dora in the South of India
David us the leader of a church in the Kotigiri foothills of Tamil Nadhu in India. He describes his relationship with Kelvin Grove. "I have had the pleasure of knowing the people from
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