The mundane, the unexciting is overlooked because it is always there. Nevertheless, if it wasn't there, society would be very different. We have also been responsible for some 10 million extra cash being injected into some of the most deprived areas of our Diocese. If we wish to improve society then it is not good just sitting in the Church building and waiting for the Community to join us. The only way is for us to go out and join the community.
Prayer is very important in the commercial and business world.
The church can help a great deal. I am very much aware of the excellent work that is already being done in the parishes and chaplaincies that make up our Diocese. But there is always further to go. We are stronger together. I hope that the community at large will recognise the tremendous work and ministry already offered by the churches and seek an even greater partnership of love and service in our care for one another.