Welcome to Fair Doers!

We face great challenges over issues such as global justice (in trade, politics etc), climate change and our use of resources. These can seem daunting and confusing, and it may seem beyond us to make any real difference. But actually there’s a great deal we can do, and it’s not too hard, especially if we work together to help and encourage each other. And Christians should be taking a lead in these things!

So, ‘Fair Doers’ is a new group starting in West Oxfordshire:
* For all who want to be more effective in loving God and our neighbour, in a practical way...
* ...or anyone who has a nagging feeling
they should be more aware, informed, or involved in these...
* Working together for
- Balanced awareness and understanding of key issues
- Mutual encouragement, inspiration, and motivation
- Critical mass to achieve things we can’t do alone
* Accessible and non-intimidating, even for the least experienced or active
* Focused on practical applications and achievable steps
* Informal and fun!
* Supported by web resources, including (we hope) an online group forum, events calendar, and help links
* Affiliated to Christian Concern for One World, (http://www.ccow.org.uk/) an established charity helping Christians in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire
to pray and act on global issues.

We are trying to connect with all who may want to be involved, so if interested please email marcus.Simmons@talk21.com or phone 07803 753684.

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Breathe Network's 'Promise of Life'

Breathe Network (www.breathenetwork.org) describes itself as 'A Christian network for simpler living: A space to think about how we handle money, time and possessions in a Christian way. Non-judgemental, realistic and simple to be part of.' They are challenging people to make their 'Promise of Life':

Promise of Life

Because life is a gift, we live thankfully

Savour what we have

Pray for what we need.

No longer hurried, distracted, or worried,

We’ll walk through each moment with God.

Because everything is a gift, we live with open hands,

Tread lightly on the earth

Share freely our homes and our things.

No longer restlessly chasing identity,

We’ll be known by our love not our logos.

Because giving is a gift we live generously,

Give ourselves deeply to family and community,

Give joyfully to those in need.

No longer caught in the consumer dream

We’ll invest our all in the kingdom of love.

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