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Finance Carpenters has been financially independent since it was formed 18 years ago. During that time we have supported many different charities as well as providing a regular rental payment to the school where we meet and covering the costs of our children and youth work.
For the last six years we have employed a full time youth worker as we feel that the future of the Church lies in investing in the lives of the young people. We now also employ a full time Pastor which is necessary for the pastoral work and to fully support activities in the community.
Regarding the help we are able to give to those less fortunate than ourselves, Carpenters is a truly giving fellowship. The biggest achievement we have made was the drilling of bore holes in Kakamego in Kenya, which enabled each of 46 parishes to have their own supply of clean water. This link with Kenya through the local Bishop has meant that we have also supplied money for the local clergy to buy bicycles, Bibles for the children and we have supported the orphanage that has been opened in Kakamego. Now we are planning to assist in the operation of a feeding centre in the rural areas to help feed the 500 or so orphans who at the moment only get food once a week. Another large achievement has been the opening of a health clinic among the Maasai people and providing food at times of famine.
At different times of year we fundraise for particularly charities. These have included Playskills, New Hope Trust and various other local projects.
Our Treasurer, Joanna Webb |
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