Some of you will be aware we began a partnership with London City Mission's homeless ministry in Waterloo (Webber Street) a few months ago. For one Thursday evening a month, a team of volunteers from the church host a meal for the community, which includes a short evangelistic talk and plenty of time to hang out with guests. This ministry comes out of our desire to practically love our neighbour and to share the gospel with our community. It's been a real encouragement to see a number from within the church enthusiastically get involved in this ministry and to hear their reflections from the evenings so far. As we do this ministry, we trust that we'll see guys from this community come to join us on Sundays. I hope that we'll give them a warm welcome!

Here are some reflections from Grace London volunteers on their experience serving:

“Cooking for so many people (around 30 to 40 each week) can be quite daunting, especially in a kitchen you're not familiar with, but the volunteers have done such an amazing job - from a banging spaghetti bolognese, to a full-on roast dinner with all the trimmings!”
- Bisi Bankole
”I can honestly say serving at Webber Street is one of the highlights of my month. I've met some really great guys and even after such a short space of time, connections have already been formed. It's exciting to be able to go deeper about life and Jesus [with them].”
- Matt Thompson

”It has been such a privilege to serve and help provide a place of refuge and respite for the homeless. I have tangibly seen faces light up and spirits lighten as they listen to the gospel and have conversations with us. Their joy and optimism despite their life circumstances is humbling and encouraging.”
- Faith Koh

”It’s so encouraging to meet up with the same faces each time, build relationships and get to know the guests at Webber Street better. I love being part of a team from Grace and doing mission with my church. Exciting to see what the next few months will have in store for this ministry!”
- Harrison Clewes