Welcome Churches

Today we give thanks to God, who created us in His image. We pray that churches will grow as places of welcome, support & acceptance, & reflect the beauty of His Kingdom: diverse, one, & rooted in love. Let’s stand together against racism and walk the path of #welcome.

Join us in #NorthernIreland on 18 April (9am-1pm)! For churches, Christians, #refugees & people seeking asylum following Jesus. Multilingual worship. Experience. Practical equipping. Hosted by Welcome Churches & Mission Action Partnership. Sign up: bit.ly/welcomebelongNI

(2/2) We pray that God will surround them, give them supportive communities, & grant them moments of joy + hope. May the spirit of Nowruz - renewal, friendship & new beginnings - inspire all of us to welcome & walk with those displaced. Let’s lift them up in prayer today. 💛

(1/2)🌿Nowruz Mubarak! 🌿 We pray that Nowruz this year will bring hope to our friends. May those living in areas affected by war and conflict will be safe. May the Holy Spirit bring comfort & peace to refugee and migrant friends who are anxious for news from home.

Looking for a more detailed picture of Welcome Churches’ mission and work? Find out more about us from our 2024-25 Annual Review! #annualreview" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">welcomechurches.org/media#annualre… #refugees #welcome

🌸 Reminder: Spring Sale - ending on 31 Mar! 🌸 Enjoy BIG DISCOUNT + FREE delivery on orders over £30 in our online shop. Shop now and get more for the same price, while stocks last!🛒 welcomechurches.org/shop #SpringSale #ChurchResources #welcome

(2/2) This event is for you! Join us for an in-person morning conference in Northern Ireland, hosted by Welcome Churches and Mission Action Partnership (MAP). 🗓 18 April 2026 🕘 9am-1pm BST 🔗 Sign up: bit.ly/welcomebelongNI #Refugees #NorthernIreland #Church #Welcome

(1/2) Christians and Churches in #NorthernIreland, are you: - A church leader / volunteer supporting #refugees - A refugee or person seeking asylum following Jesus - A Christian wanting to be equipped to welcome

(2/2) Together we’ll: ✨ Worship & pray ✨ Learn #refugee experiences ✨ Explore strengthening belonging & integration across #SouthEngland 📅 Sat 9 May | 9:30am-1:30pm 📍 Above Bar Church (SO14 7FE) 🔗bit.ly/southenglandco… (Sign up now for 50% off!) #Southampton #Churches

(1/2) Hello churches in #SouthEngland, let us gather to pray, learn, and welcome! Join us for a morning of worship, equipping, and connection as we celebrate the hope and renewal that come when #refugees and people seeking #asylum are welcomed by churches across the region.

(2/2) I am a Belfast local who loves the church. In the past, I’ve worked to support refugees & human trafficking survivors. Really look forward to getting to know our network churches & to ensure refugees feel welcome & loved in our communities." Welcome to the team, Joanna! 💛

(1/2)✨ Joanna is here! We’re thrilled to welcome Joanna Caskey as our new Church Engagement Officer for #NorthernIreland today. Here’s Joanna in her own words: "Hello, my name is Joanna Caskey & I am delighted to be the new Church Engagement Officer in Northern Ireland.

(2/2) 📅 Fri 27 Mar | 10am-12:30pm 📍 Corrs Corner Hotel RSVP: bit.ly/glengormley Part of Finding the Peace - Glengormley: A Good Relations Project, organised by @ROC_NI & Welcome Churches, funded by @execofficeni through the Central Good Relations Fund. @ANBorough

(1/2)👋 Hello Glengormley! Let’s celebrate!💛 Join us for a morning of refreshments, laughter & connection. Come ready to make more friends & share ideas on how we can continue building good relations + finding peace in our communities! #FindingThePeace #GoodRelations #TBUC

(2/2) Mike will also share with us how to use this translation programme in practice! 🕐 March Wednesday 18 March 2026 (1-2pm) | 💻 Online 👉 Sign up today to receive your Zoom link: eventbrite.co.uk/e/1984395764149 #welcome #refugees #translation #churches

(1/2) Reminder: this is coming tomorrow! Mike (Breeze Translate) will join us tmr (18 Mar). We will look at the Breeze Connect that helps you bridge language barriers & strengthen communication in churches.

(2/2) If you'd like to mark this season with your friends, visit our resource hub to discover the meanings and symbols behind traditions such as the Haft Sin table. Let’s walk together with our friends. Let’s welcome well. 🌐 welcomechurches.org/nowruz #Nowruz #Refugees #Welcome

(1/2) This Fri (20 Mar), Iranians, Afghans, and Kurds around the world will celebrate Nowruz - their New Year and a season of renewal.🌿This year, however, Nowruz comes at a time of uncertainty for many.

(2/2) 📅 Sat 9 May | 9:30am-1:30pm 📍 Above Bar Church, Southampton (SO14 7FE) 🔗 Sign up: bit.ly/southenglandco… #Welcome #Refugees #Southampton #SouthEngland #Churches #EarlyBird

(1/2) South of England Connect is here! Sign up now (50% off!) to join us this May for worship, equipping, and connection in #Southampton as we celebrate the hope and renewal that come when refugees and people seeking asylum are welcomed by churches across the region.