NEW Christians Against Poverty - WSM Centre

Grace and peace to you.

We are delighted to share some exciting news with you.  A steering committee has been actively meeting to prepare for the launch of a new Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Debt Centre in Weston super Mare with the aim of opening in early 2027. This is a significant opportunity for our churches to work together in demonstrating the love of Christ in practical ways by bringing hope, freedom and support to people who are struggling with debt and financial hardship.

We are grateful to Rev Tom Webber and the Christ Church / Emmanuel PCC's who have agreed to become the lead churches for the re-launch.

Many of you may remember that CAP operated successfully in Weston super Mare. Rev’d Paul Larcombe was the debt centre manager and, following his retirement, the role was covered by part time managers until replacements could not be found and the CAP Weston work suspended.

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK charity that partners with local churches to provide free, professional debt help to people facing unmanageable debt. CAP’s award-winning debt service combines expert financial advice with compassionate, face-to-face support from local church volunteers. At its heart, CAP is about much more than finances. It is about restoring dignity, reducing isolation and sharing the love and hope found in Jesus Christ.

As with all CAP centres, the work relies on strong partnership between local churches, sustainable funding and a committed team of volunteers. We believe this new Debt Centre can become a powerful expression of churches across Weston-super-Mare serving their community together.

We would be delighted for all of our local churches to be part of this vision as we seek to bring hope, practical help, and the love of Christ to those who need it most. Please keep this venture in your prayers as we seek to recruit a new Debt Centre Manager.

Your sincerely,

Sisilah Baker
CAP Steering Committee

Email: capwsm@ccwsm.org.uk