You can make a difference to women in Birmingham who are in vulnerable situations.
God’s Kingdom draws near to those who have experienced very difficult circumstances in life. As we are learning about the Beatitudes in our sermon series, we are being encouraged that Jesus is within reach and extends his blessing to those who are oppressed, poor and grieving. As a church, one way we partner with Jesus in extending his blessing to others is through practical donations to people who don’t have the resources to access much-needed items.
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Through the end of May we are collecting donations for local agencies who work directly with women who have experienced human trafficking, exploitation, or domestic violence. We are partnering with:
West Midlands Anti Slavery Network
Heartlands Hospital Maternity Ward
Birmingham & Solihull Women’s Aid
British Red Cross
Adavu
How You Can Help
Pop a few of the items below onto your shopping list and bring them to Birmingham Vineyard at the drop-off times listed below.
Share this with your neighbours and gather donations as a street or building. A great way to build community!
Take the hassle out of going to the shops by ordering from our Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.eu/3yCcWsS
(We are unable to accept Amazon deliveries at church, so please have items shipped to you and drop off at times listed below)Take time to pray for women, children and vulnerable people who are being taken advantage of.
If you prefer to make a direct financial donation, click here and choose “Care Packs for Vulnerable Women” in your designation: https://vnc.churchsuite.co.uk/donate/
Items needed:
Disposable pants, all adult sizes (for use during hospital stay post-birth)
Unopened bags of cotton wool
Brand new nighties/pyjamas, sizes L - XXL
Breast pads
New, unopened toothbrushes & toothpaste
Shampoo, conditioner, soap
Deodorant (unscented or for females)
Sanitary towels/feminine pads
Nappies, sizes 1-6
Baby wipes
Nice hand cream, small perfumes, nail products
Nice candles
Drop off times:
Birmingham Vineyard Church
174 Barford Street, B5 7EP
Tuesday, 19th May 9:30am-12:30pm
Sunday, 24th May 1:00pm-3:00pm
Tuesday, 26th May 9:30am-12:30pm
Sunday, 31st May 1:00pm-3:00pm
Unable to drop off at one of these times?
Contact Jess to arrange an alternative: jessm@birminghamvineyard.com