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Everyone is equal in the sight of God. Yet we live in a world where poverty persists, and robs people of their dignity.

To tackle poverty we need to engage with decisions makers.

We believe that by simply inviting your political representatives into church - to break bread and talk about poverty - you could spark a poverty-busting relationship that could last for years to come.

 

Hear Christian Aid supporter, Helen Hughes share how she put her faith into action by engaging her MP about the injustice of the climate crisis.

 

Helen Hughes

There are people in government who have the power to make a real difference

Hear Christian Aid supporter, Helen Hughes share how she put her faith into action by engaging her MP about the injustice of the climate crisis.

 

Breaking bread is a symbol of welcome, openness, and peace. The humblest of meals - even a cup of tea and biscuits - can help build relationships.

Look through our resources below. Engage your political representatives or encourage your church to explore the role political engagement in living out your faith.

Resources

Breaking Bread Guide

Follow in Jesus’ footsteps. Break bread with people in power.

Faith in Action films

A series of short videos from Christian Aid supporters showcasing how they each put faith into action

Act on Poverty course

A 6 week course to help you and your church explore what it means to act on poverty.

Act on Poverty short course

A 2 hour course to help you and your church explore what it means to act on poverty.

Hear Christian Aid supporter, Margaret Robinson talking about how she engaged her former MP in the make polluters pay campaign in North Devon.

 

 

Margaret Robinson

Don't think you can't do it because you can

Hear Christian Aid supporter, Margaret Robinson talking about how she engaged her former MP in the make polluters pay campaign in North Devon.