You don’t need big programmes to start. Just people, a table, and kindness.

A friendly guide inspired by two sisters' journey from Ukraine to Northern Ireland.

“I am still amazed at how well church members got to know and care for us. This welcome did not leave me feeling just accepted; it left me with a feeling of belonging.”

“My most treasured memory is when I prayed in my native language, and everyone, with pure hearts and unified voices, responded with a resounding ‘Amen.’ That moment was sacred and unforgettable for me.”

“I felt God saying: ‘I have brought you to this town and this church for a purpose. Through you, others will be blessed, and you too will be blessed. You will wash the feet of many.’ From that moment, I knew this place was holy ground.”

“Our arrival at Weymouth Baptist Church felt like stepping out of a cold, locked prison, into the arms of a loving family. The people did not just welcome us, they received us, as if we had come home after a long, painful journey.”

Zahra found refuge and faith in a Church of England parish. Her powerful testimony: “I didn’t choose to become a Christian. God chose me.”

A simple invitation to a children’s vacation club - what followed was a journey into healing, friendship, and a deeper faith for R and her family.