Arise - for such a time as this

In the Bible’s Old Testament, the story of Esther highlights how God can use individuals to make a significant difference in the life and faith of a nation.

In this generation there are many opportunities for women to take a stand in relation to their Christian faith and GB is committed to empowering them to respond to God’s call and use their gifts and skills to transform communities.

Arise, the children’s work partnership with Viz-A-Viz Ministries, is one exciting initiative in which young women have been encouraged to live out their faith by sharing their time, skills and beliefs with children.

Set up in 2003, the scheme aims to help churches pioneer new children’s work by giving them the resources and support they need.

‘Esther was called into leadership and had courage, dignity and tremendous faith that enriched and transformed her nation,’ says Ruth Gilson, National Director, GB England & Wales.

‘As a leadership in GB we sensed a fresh calling for us to explore what this means for us as a Christian movement committed to working among young women.

‘The decline in numbers of children attending church or knowing anything about the hope that Jesus offers has stirred us to “Arise” and be part of a new wave of outreach amongst seven to 11s. It’s great to have come together with Viz-A-Viz Ministries to launch this initiative.’

Visit Arise's website or call Arise’s Director Reverend Ed Jones on 01235 510426 to find out more, find an About Life & Faith (ALF) club at a church near you, or volunteer to help at an Arise children’s event.