The National Churches Trust ‘National Churches Survey: giving every church a voice’ report shows both the scale of what is at stake and the hope that continues to shine through.
The National Churches Trust writes:
Our churches stand as extraordinary witnesses to history: places where beauty, belonging and service to the community have flourished for centuries. At a time when the world around us is marked by turbulence such as economic challenges, social change, and environmental uncertainties, these buildings remain a light in the darkness, resilient centres of worship, heritage and social care. This report shows both the scale of what is at stake and the hope that continues to shine through. Churches are not passive relics of the past; they are active, living places, powered by volunteers and sustained by communities who depend on them. They embody resilience in its truest form – adapting to changing needs, welcoming vulnerable people, and safeguarding treasures for future generations. What emerges here is not only a portrait of struggle but also one of remarkable strength and a reminder that these places deserve our continued commitment.
The National Churches Survey sets out clearly the challenges that churches are facing and also the opportunities for renewal, if we act together. Without intervention the risks are high – we risk losing these buildings and all they embody – for good. Let us rise to that call, so that churches, chapels and meeting houses continue to stand as beacons of hope in the United Kingdom now and for many generations to come.
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