Baptists Together Pastoral Fund
Empowering acts of kindness
The Pastoral Fund exists to help relieve financial hardship for a range of ‘Baptist workers’. Those who are retired should consider applying for grant from the Psalms and Hymns Support Fund.
Eligibility
Applications are encouraged on behalf of, or from, any ‘Baptist Worker’. This normally includes people who are:
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Accredited Ministers.
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Recognised Local Ministers (RLM) and Nationally Recognised Pastors (NRP).
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Unaccredited Baptist ministers or other staff members in a BUGB church.
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Other people employed by an Association, Baptist College or by the Baptist Union.
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Mission workers working with BMS World Mission or other people employed by BMS.
Funds might be available for people who do not fall within these categories but only in exceptional circumstances.
Typically, grants are given to help people overcome an acute or unexpected problem such as the replacement of critical household items, or costs incurred during a sudden health or family crisis. Applications are not accepted for the costs of ministerial training, further academic studies, sabbatical costs, or CMD purposes. Similarly, funds are not usually given to help with holiday costs unless a specific therapeutic reason exists. Grants may also be made to support the removals costs of those going into RMBHO housing.
Applications from retired ministers and mission workers are normally first referred to the Psalms and Hymns Support Fund, though the Pastoral Fund may provide a grant as an alternative.
Applications are welcome for grants up to £1,500. Please note that grants will be allocated according to individual need and applicants should note that not every request can be met.
How to apply
Janet Quarry
Baptists Together Pastoral Fund
Baptist Union of Great Britain
Baptist House, 129 Broadway
Didcot
OX11 8XD
How to donate
We welcome donations to the Baptists Together Pastoral Fund which can be made below or by contacting the Pastoral Fund.
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