The Besom'A team from my cluster had the chance to lend a helping hand to a struggling single parent who lives in a disadvantaged area of the city, by spending just a few hours clearing their overgrown garden. As a result, her children can now enjoy the garden in safety. This was such a simple way to show the love of Jesus in a practical way and, in doing so, make a real difference to someone's life. I would encourage cells, clusters and anyone else to get involved!' - Simon, time-giver
Jesus requires his followers to serve the poor and vulnerable (see, for example, Matthew 25: 31-46) but it can often seem difficult to know where to start.
The Besom in Sheffield uses established relationships with Social Services and other support agencies to connect people in need with Christians who want to give in a particular way.
You can offer to give time, money or things, and we will match what you have offered with the needs referred to us, Feel free to be as specific as you like; our commitment is to ask God to goive us the opportunity to help you give in whatever way you feel
He's asking you to.
Besom is a great way to follow Jesus' example in loveing those in need and to build join the relationships you have in your cell or cluster.
If you'd like to find out more. please contact besom@stthomascrookes.org.
You can also find out more about the Besom locally at www.thebesominsheffield.co.uk and globally at www.besom.org.
The Besom in Sheffield hosts a monthly prayer evening on the first Thursday of each month. We would love you to support us in prayer so, to find out more, please contact Steve or keep an eye out for notices in the Sunday bulletin. |
The Besom is a Christian charity that began in London in 1987 and now operates out of the local church in many different parts of the UK and beyond. It exists to make it as easy as possible for Christians to show the love of God to those in material need.
You can give as an individual or as part of a group, such as a cell group or cluster. Group projects typically involve decorating or gardening for those who are not able to do it themselves. 
