How can Christians possibly make a difference amidst the broken and pre-occupied world in which we live? Chief Executive Nola Leach believes ordinary Christians hold the key to transforming the social fabric of society in the UK.
'Many Christians want to see Biblical standards in public life yet fight shy of involvement in the political arena where these issues are decided. If Christians don't come forward, then they cede the ground to those who do not recognise God's role in our creation.' These are the words of an MP recently.
In the work done on the national and international scene, CARE recognises that the mobilisation of Christians holds the key to making a Christian difference for the sake of future generations. Our team of staff and volunteers are an essential part of ministering Christ's love, grace and wisdom.
The Journey
Take 'Sally', 34, married, but when faced with an unplanned pregnancy opted for abortion. Eighteen months later she could hardly lift her head off the pillow, her marriage was in shreds and she wished she was dead. In the depths of despair, wracked by guilt and self-loathing she came across the CAREconfidential counselling service. With our help she started the long journey of healing, forgiveness and, with God's grace, pieced back together her life. Read her story and many others at www.careconfidential.com
This year marks the 40th Anniversary of the Abortion Act, and over the years many thousands of women facing an unplanned pregnancy or post-abortion trauma have been helped through the work of the 160 crisis pregnancy centres and online advisor. Our experience convinces us that the best way to help an unborn child is to care for its mother.
CARE seeks to actively engage God's people in a number of ways. As a mainstream Christian charity focussed on valuing family, education and ethical issues, we work in partnership with supporters to influence policymaking, bringing a reasoned voice into politics and the media and providing care for the vulnerable. Executive Chairman Lyndon Bowring adds, 'Over the past 25 years CARE has been grappling with critical issues affecting marriage and family, religious freedoms and the sanctity of human life. We are working alongside key people in the political realm and at the same time passionate about practical caring Christian ministry through the local church to impact our communities'.
One Voice
In the complex world of political decision-making nothing is more effective than many voices united in vision and purpose. The recent Sexual Orientation Regulations, and draft Human Tissues and Embryos Bill illustrate areas of public life desperately needing Christian input, and CARE's supporters, spurred on by a 'Call to Action' mailing, provided a Christian voice to government during the consultations.
