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Supporting those who need it most

Easter Appeal

"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."

Confucius

Dear Friend,

The dawn of a new year saw us optimistic and determined in pursuing resolutions, an attempt at turning over the proverbial 'new leaf'. It may seem like a distant memory to many, but as Easter approaches, our thoughts turn to Spring, the season of re-birth, and we are again hopeful of new beginnings.

This idea of a fresh start is no more fitting than in BCM's Parent Support Project. Based in Newtownards, the programme aims to help care-experienced mothers and fathers (aged 16-25yrs) in North Down & Ards, to reach their full potential as individuals and as parents.

A childhood spent in care, disruptive experiences of being parented and at times suffering abuse, they now find themselves in a parenting role, alone and struggling to cope with the responsibility this entails.

Can you lend a helping hand?

"They are over represented in a range of vulnerable groups including those not in education, employment or training post-16, teenage parents, young offenders, drug users and prisoners"

2006 Government Green Paper, speaking of young care leavers

Their children are often on the 'at risk' register and have increased chances of repeating the 'in care' experience. An increased chance of becoming another statistic.

But your financial assistance can help us break this cycle.

With your support we can:

  • Encourage and develop parenting skills through an improved ability to understand and prioritise the child’s needs;
  • Educate on health matters and provide guidance on practical issues;
  • Offer emotional support – a safe environment in times of need or distress;
  • Promote independence and increased self confidence.

The benefit is therefore felt by both the parent and child.

This service offers a second chance – a new beginning for the young people involved, and a way to ensure that their children get the best possible start in life.

Something they didn’t have themselves.

Your donation, however small, will be used immediately, giving an all-important life-line to so many young lives.

I am grateful of your support, whether as a long standing friend of the Mission, or a recent welcome addition to the BCM family. Together we can make a difference.

May I take this opportunity to wish you and yours a joyful Easter, filled with the sense of hope and new beginnings that this season brings.

Rev Richard Johnston
Superintendent

PS. "Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending."

Carl Bard

The journey is easier when you've someone by your side, someone who believes in you. Please be that someone.

For further information please contact:

Lorna Henry, Fundraising Coordinator
Email: lhenry@belfastcentralmission.org
Tel: +44 (0)28 9024 1917
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