Christians Against Poverty is a national debt counselling charity, working through a network of centres based in local churches. CAP offers hope and a solution to anyone in debt through its unique, in-depth service.

CAP aims to show God’s love in action by providing sustainable poverty relief through debt counselling, advice and practical help. CAP’s unique ‘hands on’ approach empowers people to help themselves out of poverty and be released from the fear, oppression and worry generated by overwhelming debts. We are providing sustainable poverty relief as our service teaches clients vital budgeting skills that will last a lifetime.

The charity operates through a growing network of UK centres, all opened in partnership with a local church. CAP began in 1996 when John Kirkby, armed with a £10 donation, started to help people in his local community who were trapped in debt.

The charity is now in New Zealand with 14 partnering churches. One of which is our church, Hillside.

Cherry Robertson is our representative and worker for CAP. She goes into our community and works with specific families as she helps them with budgeting, prayer and support. CAP has been highly successful in our community so far, and some families have continued to come to our church, and our New Christians Classes. And Hillsiders have given generously with clothes, food and fellowship.

Keep posted to Cherry about how we can become more involved, and partner with her to tackle the poverty in Glen Innes.