More than 500 Christians attended a thanksgiving service at Westminster Chapel in London to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Christian Action Research and Education (CARE).
The service was led by several special guests including former pastor of Westminster Chapel, R.T. Kendall, songwriter Graham Kendrick, author Glen Scrivener, as well as other friends of CARE.
CARE, which exists to bring a Christian perspective into matters of policy and legislation in the public square, said on its website that the service would honour CARE’s gospel partners, thanking them for their support, reflecting on what has been achieved so far and sharing their vision for what is still to be achieved.
Ross Hendry, CARE’s CEO, said: ‘For 40 years CARE has been a light shining in the public square – sometimes noticed but frequently not, yet still quietly effective and impactful. As we celebrate and give thanks for all that God has done through CARE, we are conscious that there is still much to be done. There is brokenness to be healed, politics that needs renewing, lives and communities awaiting transformation by better laws, and practical support.
‘As a generation of faithful Christian politicians retires over the next few years, we are uniquely placed and able to reach a new generation of MPs and Peers. Our position, relationships and expertise mean we can be at the heart of decision-making, shaping laws that not only restrain evil but promote the welfare of our nation. Our skills and reputation for developing remarkable public leaders will be needed more than ever in the years ahead.’
CARE was founded in 1983 due to the desire amongst Christians for there to be greater Christian engagement with culture and politics. Several Christian leaders have expressed thanks to CARE for their work over many years, and said that their work is still needed in the future.
