Blog: Destitution
Blog articles from JRS UK
Meeting God in our everday life
16 December 2018
For the third Sunday of Advent, Sr Angela reflects on the theme of Joy
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The Destitution of Newly Recognised Refugees
11 December 2018
Sophie explains the need for change as recognised refugees continue to face destitution
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This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him
21 November 2018
Following the World Day of the Poor, Nick reflects on the challenge set to us by Pope Francis
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The Dignity of Work
07 November 2018
This Living Wage Week, Aidan reflects on the relationship between dignity and the right to work
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The Language of Welcome
30 October 2018
Cristina, the new Destitution Services Manager, looks back at her first month at JRS UK
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Let’s Lift the Ban
16 October 2018
Sophie explains why JRS UK is calling on the government to allow those seeking asylum to work
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What can I do this Homeless Sunday?
09 October 2018
Following Homeless Sunday, Naomi shares how hosting is one way to help those without a home
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Homelessness created by Destitution
03 October 2018
Ahead of Homeless Sunday, Sophie talks of the need to come together to end forced destitution
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‘The opportunity to open our hearts and our homes’
26 September 2018
One of our hosts reflects on welcoming destitute refugees into their community through At Home
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‘I’m different’- Regaining Human Dignity Through Hosting
29 August 2018
Naomi Turner reflects on the difference she sees in the refugees hosted through At Home
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