The Diocese of Bristol has today published its 2025 Social Action Report, highlighting the scale and impact of church-led initiatives across the region.
Conducted in partnership with the Cinnamon Network, a charity dedicated to supporting and strengthening Christian social action, the report celebrates the impact of local church initiatives and identifies opportunities for further development.
The report contains case studies, statistics and details of how churches are meeting the needs of their local communities.
Our prayer is that this report will give clergy, parishes and schools renewed confidence in the huge difference they are making. We hope that it will spark fresh conversations, nurture new partnerships, and encourage closer collaboration with community organisations, local authorities and other agencies who care for people in need.
Richard Leaman, Diocesan Secretary, said: "The findings reflect what many of us already knew: that our parishes are right at the heart of their neighbourhoods, offering places of welcome, comfort, and hope. Day by day, churches are serving people of all ages and backgrounds, responding to need with compassion, creativity and deep commitment.”
