"Missions to Prisons"
and
"Friends of Prison Fellowship Ethiopia"
are working titles of Greenstones Christian Trust.
Registered Charity in England and Wales (Number 513862). Founded in 1974.
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and
"Friends of Prison Fellowship Ethiopia"
are working titles of Greenstones Christian Trust.
Registered Charity in England and Wales (Number 513862). Founded in 1974.
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Welcome!
A group of children in the Twinkle of Hope and Refuge Child support projects
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This website provides a brief introduction to Greenstones Christian Trust and outlines the holistic nature of the work we are involved in in partnership with others.
We hope that as you browse through it you will find it both of interest and - as we try to keep it regularly updated with news, stories etc. - that you will keep coming back! As you get a glimpse of the wider picture, the opportunities and the challenges, you might like to pray for us that we may have the necessary wisdom and resources for the task. |
As far as possible we work in co-operation with others here in the UK and in Ethiopia.
Much of our involvement in the UK - in prisons and in the community - is made possible by invitation often associated with a growing interest in the work in Ethiopia.
In Ethiopian prisons our involvement in this holistic Christian work is all in partnership with Ethiopian NGO Justice for All Prison Fellowship Ethiopia (JFA-PFE) based in Addis Ababa. The work is facilitated in most Ethiopian prisons by JFA-PFE Chaplain Coordinators supported through this Trust and includes a whole variety of practical projects as well as great opportunities for prisoners to hear the gospel message, get involved in Bible Study and enjoy Christian fellowship and worship
Much of our involvement in the UK - in prisons and in the community - is made possible by invitation often associated with a growing interest in the work in Ethiopia.
In Ethiopian prisons our involvement in this holistic Christian work is all in partnership with Ethiopian NGO Justice for All Prison Fellowship Ethiopia (JFA-PFE) based in Addis Ababa. The work is facilitated in most Ethiopian prisons by JFA-PFE Chaplain Coordinators supported through this Trust and includes a whole variety of practical projects as well as great opportunities for prisoners to hear the gospel message, get involved in Bible Study and enjoy Christian fellowship and worship
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MARCH VISIT TO ETHIOPIA
Rachel Ross Russell and Jean Davies have now returned safely from their visit to Ethiopia when they were able to focus on the REFUGE and Twinkle of Hope Child Care Projects. Report.
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NEW YEAR - SAME LIFE CHANGING MESSAGE!
Jesus Christ - the same yesterday and today and forever!
As folk all over the world celebrated the coming of Jesus into the world, joined in singing carols and giving and
receiving gifts, how wonderful that everyone - yes everyone without exception - can choose to accept God's
unique, amazing and totally undeserved free gift of a new and everlasting life all paid for by Jesus.
Now, as we enter 2013 and wish each other “Happy New Year” – or for our Ethiopian friends “Melkam Addis Amet”
- let us thank God that amid all the doom and gloom so often reported in the media, there is some amazing
good news around.
Jesus is still the same. God really does love us. There is hope! Yes – real hope!
Click here to read more>>
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MARCH, APRIL and MAY 2013
FOCUS ON JESUS
Acclamation, Betrayal, Crucifixion plus lots more.
Events that changed the course of history
During the period from March to May covered by the Spring 2013 edition of our Prayer and Newsletter, millions of people all over the world will be remembering a series of events almost 2,000 years ago that have totally changed the course of
history.
Click here to read more>>
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GOOD NEWS
Give thanks for the many and varied opportunities to share this amazing unique good news centred on Jesus.
Please pray for those who have heard it and may be wondering what to do.
Some will accept it and others reject it or maybe put off making a decision to another day.
Many are now exploring the gospel message and the possibility of peace with God on line
including via Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.
Rachel Ross Russell and Jean Davies have now returned safely from their visit to Ethiopia when they were able to focus on the REFUGE and Twinkle of Hope Child Care Projects. Report.
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NEW YEAR - SAME LIFE CHANGING MESSAGE!
Jesus Christ - the same yesterday and today and forever!
As folk all over the world celebrated the coming of Jesus into the world, joined in singing carols and giving and
receiving gifts, how wonderful that everyone - yes everyone without exception - can choose to accept God's
unique, amazing and totally undeserved free gift of a new and everlasting life all paid for by Jesus.
Now, as we enter 2013 and wish each other “Happy New Year” – or for our Ethiopian friends “Melkam Addis Amet”
- let us thank God that amid all the doom and gloom so often reported in the media, there is some amazing
good news around.
Jesus is still the same. God really does love us. There is hope! Yes – real hope!
Click here to read more>>
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MARCH, APRIL and MAY 2013
FOCUS ON JESUS
Acclamation, Betrayal, Crucifixion plus lots more.
Events that changed the course of history
During the period from March to May covered by the Spring 2013 edition of our Prayer and Newsletter, millions of people all over the world will be remembering a series of events almost 2,000 years ago that have totally changed the course of
history.
Click here to read more>>
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GOOD NEWS
Give thanks for the many and varied opportunities to share this amazing unique good news centred on Jesus.
Please pray for those who have heard it and may be wondering what to do.
Some will accept it and others reject it or maybe put off making a decision to another day.
Many are now exploring the gospel message and the possibility of peace with God on line
including via Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.
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Twinkle of Hope and REFUGE projects caring for Ethiopian prisoners' children.
Click to find out more |
Yes Jesus loves me! - prisoners' version of this well known childrens' song
Click here |
Chapels and Chaplains in Ethiopian prisons. A brief introduction and how these may be supported.
Click here |
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A FEW PICTURES FROM ETHIOPIA BY WAY OF INTRODUCTION
Children in prison with their prisoner mothers before Twinkle of Hope was formed
Original accommodation for women prisoners & their children
New dormitory accommodation for women & children
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Delivering motorbike to an Ethiopian prison for the Health Worker
New dormitory under construction
Opening ceremony for new accommodation for women and children
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Chaplain Coordinators from all over Ethiopia attending their annual Conference
Time for worship at the annual Chaplain
Coordinators' Conference.
Open air service in an Ethiopian prison
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM NOVEMBER 2012 VISIT TO ETHIOPIA
This brief visit by Trustee Mike Ducker and volunteer Ernie Lofthouse included
the annual Conference for Chaplain Co-ordinators from all over Ethiopia and visits to a number of prisons.
Click here to read report.
This brief visit by Trustee Mike Ducker and volunteer Ernie Lofthouse included
the annual Conference for Chaplain Co-ordinators from all over Ethiopia and visits to a number of prisons.
Click here to read report.
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM FEBRUARY 2012 VISIT TO ETHIOPIA
Prison visits, Projects for Children, Pastors' Conference etc. etc. - even football
Click here to read about it
Prison visits, Projects for Children, Pastors' Conference etc. etc. - even football
Click here to read about it
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WORKING IN PRISONS IN THE UK and in ETHIOPIA
Working in the prison environment can be life transforming for all concerned.
It is at the same time full of challenges as well as opportunities and there are times of joy and time of sadness.
We value prayerful support and hope this website will help this to be focused and informed.
Working in the prison environment can be life transforming for all concerned.
It is at the same time full of challenges as well as opportunities and there are times of joy and time of sadness.
We value prayerful support and hope this website will help this to be focused and informed.
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Click here for more information about the Trust.
Please do contact us if you wish to comment, ask for more information,
request our regular email prayer & news pointers or just to say "hello".
Click here for more information about the Trust.
Please do contact us if you wish to comment, ask for more information,
request our regular email prayer & news pointers or just to say "hello".
