Let's make Bible poverty history

HOW YOU AND YOUR CHURCH CAN SAY "YES" TO FIGHTING BIBLE POVERTY

WATCH THE DVD

Watch the 8:32 DVD online. You can now watch the 8:32 DVD.

HOME GROUP RESOURCE

In three dynamic studies, Fighting the Challenge of Bible Poverty will lift the lid for you

• on the urgent need to give people everywhere free access to the Scriptures
• to inspire you with the potential of getting the Bible into the hands and hearts of a hungry world

Download the Home group resource (PDF 892KB), extra web only activities (PDF 627KB) or order a printed copy (new window)

BREAKFAST FOR BIBLE POVERTY

Everyone loves a good breakfast, and this idea is a simple yet powerful way to wake your church up to the Bible poverty message – while enjoying food and fellowship. By running an event like this your church will also help give the Bible’s life-changing message to those who hunger for it.
Download the Poster (colour PDF 416KB) - please request 'fit to page' on your printer to print this A4.
Download the Breakfast Pack (Colour PDF 492 KB)
Download the Breakfast Pack (Black & White PDF 643KB)
Or you can order your Breakfast pack online for breakfast delivery.

USE THE 8:32 RED DOTS

Say 'yes' to fighting Bible poverty by marking your watch or clock with an easy-peel 8:32 red dot (new window). Use this as a reminder to pray at 8:32 – am or pm – and as a sign of your commitment.

PLEDGE TO GIVE £8:32 A MONTH

Giving a regular gift of £8.32 every month through your bank – that's less than 30p a day – is the best way to bring change on a global scale. Bible Society will undertake to use your gift wherever the needs are greatest. In return, you'll get updates on how your gifts are transforming individuals and communities. Make a pledge.

Alternatively make a donation online (new window).

PRAY FOR AN END TO BIBLE POVERTY
Download the 8:32 Prayer Guide (652KB PDF)

ORDER THE 8:32 FREE DVD AND MORE

Watch the powerful 8:32 DVD with as many others as you can – family, friends, your home group, your whole church. And help those who are touched, challenged and inspired to respond.

You can order 8:32 campaign materials: 8:32 Pack (with Guide, DVD and Giving Leaflet), 8:32 Sticker sheets, 8:32 Prayer Guide, 8:32 Ideas sheet (fundraising, sermons etc), 8:32 A4 Landscape Poster and 8:32 Breakfast Pack. Click here to order (new window) or call 0845 20 20 832.

SIGN UP FOR BIBLE SUNDAY RESOURCES

After raising awareness of Bible poverty through the 8:32 campaign, the perfect next step is to mark Bible Sunday by using the free resources designed for your Church. Request them free at www.biblesunday.org (new window).

GET SOMEONE ON THE CASE

Your church will already be committed to the needs of global poverty and world mission. But make sure ending Bible poverty is also on your praying and giving agenda by appointing a Bible poverty representative – to share news, encourage prayer and coordinate action. We will provide updates and information to keep your church part of the action.

To sign up, please telephone 0845 20 20 832, visit www.biblesociety.org.uk/volunteer (new window), or email .

TELL US WHAT YOU THINK

We'd love to hear your thoughts and comments on the 8:32 materials. Please email or call us on 0845 20 20 832.

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