Preparing for more activity
We all know some people in our lives who are passionate gardeners. These people will tell you that depending on the kind of thing you want to see in your garden, there is a optimum time to plant that particular seed, which may be different from one plant to the next. We at Bristol Noise have been in such a season, where we knew the 365 project would only be possible, with the right intentions at the right moments.
In the background, the things we have been planning and exploring, are starting to show in practical terms. Some of our highlights that we are excited to share are;
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We have managed to fundraise enough, so that we can now employ an admin assistant. Scroll down to find out a little more about the growth in our team.
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We have set up a working partnership with North Bristol & South Glos Foodbank. This is to give our one off projects and events an avenue to signpost people into, so that those in need can go on longer term journeys of help and relationship. More on that below.
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We continue to talk to other organisations about collaborating and complementing what is going on across the city.
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We have established a new website and a new tools shed in South Bristol. This means that resourcing groups to do events and projects is more accessible than ever.
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We have groups around the city, like in Knowle West and others, who continue to show God’s love in practical ways throughout the year.
It is an exciting time to join in with the journey, so if you are interested in taking part in anything that we are doing, or something that we can do together, then please do not hesitate to contact us.
Luke, Stewart and Bristol Noise team |
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We are pleased to share that we are working with North Bristol & South Glos Foodbank to develop their food bank outlets and other locations into community hubs and connection spaces. This partnership will enable us to offer a wider range of services, providing more comprehensive support to people in North Bristol and South Gloucestershire. We look forward to sharing updates as the project progresses.
We at Bristol Noise will continue working on bringing churches and volunteers together, resourcing churches in reaching out into communities, but now also introducing a community space to signpost people into. This will help people not only make local connections, but also get what they need in the short and long term, and build lasting relationships.
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As Spring and Summer seasons approach, we are looking to host some FREE Noise 365 Training sessions. Our first one is Noise 365 Community Project Coordinator training on Monday 7th April at 7.30pm at Ebenezer Church, Horfield.
This is for anyone in local churches or organisations who is interested in learning how to assess and run practical projects in their local communities.
Full details and sign up here - https://www.thenoise.org.uk/blog/april2025-coordinator-training
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In March, Noise 365 will be supporting a community event in Hambrook, and a Bristol Community Festival Event in Knowle West.
As the weather starts to get brighter and warmer, we will have a few more projects and events lined up in the coming months. If we can support you in how you reach your community, please do get in touch with us HERE.
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Introducing Rachel Coles
Rachel has a background as a chartered Town Planner. She also previously served as an Intern at the Noise in 2015.
Her interests lie in how the church can serve the wider community to the best of its abilities; showing God's love through tangible and practical projects on the ground. Many years ago, Rachel completed her Masters Degree dissertation on the role of the church in community regeneration.
She is looking forward to working as the Operations and Communications Assistant to support the team and to further the vision of Noise 365. |
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Together 4 Bristol
This month, we would love to highlight the work of our friends at Together 4 Bristol, who bring people together in different spheres for united purpose. Check out the website below for more info, including even more volunteering opportunities that may interest you. |
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Volunteer Opportunities
There are loads of different churches, charities and organisations across the city who are often on the look out for extra help in all different forms. Whether you're available on a regular basis, or every now and again, there are opportunities to get stuck in! Visit Voscur or Can Do Bristol websites for more volunteer roles (or post your opportunities there too).
Here are a few of the latest volunteer opportunities we've seen across the city...
BEFRIENDER
WomanKind
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COMMUNITY EVENT VOLUNTEERS
Hillfields Community Garden
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BEFRIENDER
Age UK South Gloucestershire
Click here
READ EASY COORDINATORS
Read Easy Bristol
Click here
WELCOMING SPACE VOLUNTEER
St Barnabas, Knowle West
Click here
GRIEF KIND SPACES VOLUNTEER
Whitehall area
Click here
FOODSHARE VOLUNTEER
St Werburghs Community Association
Click here
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We need your help personally or as a church to be able grow our new Noise 365 vision. As you will probably appreciate, there is not much 'people resource' behind Bristol Noise charity but some very committed volunteers who give a lot of time.
If you are able to help financially, then please check out our website -
https://www.thenoise.org.uk/contact#supportfinancially |
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Share with us...
Do you have a story or idea to share? Perhaps you know of some training that others would benefit from or know of a volunteer opportunity. We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch using the links in the footer.
We'll be back again soon, but in the meantime, check out resources on our website: click here |
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Posted: March 2025 |
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