Partnership in Mission

All We Can Ecumenical Partnership Joint Public Issues Team {JPIT} Methodist Women in Britain North East Chinese Methodist Mission Partnership Global Relationships

{All we Can}

'Every person's potential fulfilled'

All We Can, formally known as the Methodist Relief and Development Fund, is an international relief and development agency rooted in the Methodist Church which works to support people in marginal communities throughout the world, to enable flourishing and resilient communities. It reflects John Wesley's call to 'Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.'

More details about the work of All We Can are available at About us – All We Can .

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{Ecumenical Partnership}

The Darlington District is part of NECAT North East Churches Acting Together which celebrates the diversity of Christian presence in the North East and supports the mission and unity of the churches in our region.

The websites of some of our major partners can be found below:

{Anglican}

• {Diocese of Durham}
• {Diocese of Newcastle}
• {Diocese of York}

{Baptist}

• {Northern Baptist Association}

{Roman Catholic}

• {Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle}
• {Diocese of Middlesbrough}

{United Reformed Church}

• {URC Northern Synod}

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{Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT)}

The Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) is a partnership between the Methodist Church, Baptist Union, United Reformed Church and the Church of Scotland which works together with the partner churches for peace and justice.

The work of JPIT is focused on six hopes:

• {A just economy that enables the flourishing of all life}
• {A world that actively works for peace}
• {A society that welcomes the stranger}
• {A society where the poorest and most marginalised are at the centre}
• {A planet where our environment is renewed}
• {A politics characterised by listening, kindness and truthfulness}

More details about JPIT's work and examples of recent reports and resources can be found at Joint Public Issues Team jpit.uk .

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{Methodist Women in Britain}

For women, for justice, for Christ

Methodist Women in Britain (MWiB) is a volunteer-run charity within the Methodist Church in Britain.

Our aims are three-fold:

• to bring women together, encouraging one another to know Christ and to make him known, as Methodist women and as part of the wider Church in the world;
• to encourage, resource and train women members of the Methodist Church, equipping them to participate more fully in the wider church and in society;
• to connect women in Britain with women overseas, working in partnership with others to raise awareness of and act upon issues of social justice around the world.

We do this by:

• providing fellowship and training events, including the annual residential conference, pilgrimage opportunities, and one-day events;
• producing print and online resources and publications, for worship and spiritual growth, and for advocating and providing information on issues of social concern;
• highlighting areas of need and raising funds or providing other goods or services to support partners and agencies working to alleviate poverty and injustice.

MWiB works closely with the wider Methodist Church, particularly the Global Relationships Team, and is a full member of the World Federation of Methodist and Uniting Church Women. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals form the basis of our work, activities, events and projects, and everything we do is encompassed within four areas:

• Creative Spirituality
• World Church Focus
• Global Social Justice
• Resourcing and Enabling

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LET’S TALK ABOUT IT! Webinar Series

Faith, Law & Frontiers: Understanding Immigration in the UK Today

"The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born. Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt." —
Leviticus 19:34

In our "Let’s Talk About It!" series, we have committed to bringing the light of Christ into the corners of life that often stay in the shadows. This May, we are turning our attention to a topic that is frequently in the headlines but often misunderstood in our hearts: Immigration.

We live in a time of complex laws and shifting borders, where the "migrant journey" is often reduced to statistics or political debate. As a movement of women committed to justice, we ask: What is the reality behind the legal jargon? How do we separate myth from truth? And most importantly, how can the Church respond with both wisdom and Christ-centred compassion to those navigating life’s most challenging transitions?

Our Honoured Guest
We are privileged to welcome a sister who sits at the vital intersection of law, faith, and social impact:
Rumbidzai Bvunzawabaya is a UK-based immigration solicitor, CEO and Founder of Tulia Group CIC, and a passionate advocate for migrants and vulnerable communities. 

With over 15 years of experience, she has supported individuals, families, and organisations navigating the complexities of UK immigration law. Rumbidzai is also the founder of Freedom Ministry International, where she mentors women and creates safe spaces for healing and empowerment. Her work sits at the intersection of law, faith, and social impact—offering not only legal solutions but holistic support to those facing some of life’s most challenging transitions.
She is known for her ability to break down complex legal issues into accessible, real-life understanding.

Why Join Us?
This session is about more than just legalities; it is about building a bridge of understanding and practical support. We will explore:
• Law and Reality: What the law actually says about immigration in the UK today.
• Truth vs. Myth: Challenging misconceptions to see the human faces behind the headlines.
• Lived Experience: Hearing about the real journeys of migrants within our own communities.
• A Compassionate Response: How churches can offer holistic, practical, and informed support to those facing transition.

Event Details
• Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026
• Time: 7.30pm
• Location: Online via Zoom (A supportive, non-judgmental digital space)

Join Zoom Meeting: Https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84544741218?pwd=yeihAY52hBLI2jbR1KZPOq5pn6Vbpm.1
• Meeting ID: 845 4474 1218
• Passcode: 995966

A Note on Care: Whether you are British-born or part of a migrant journey yourself, this conversation is for you. This webinar is a space for learning and grace, designed to equip us all with the insight needed to understand our neighbours more effectively.
Join us as we explore how faith and law meet at the frontier, seeking a future where every person is seen, heard and welcomed with the love of Christ!

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Sunday 19th October 2025 saw the 70th MWiB Anniversary Celebration at Guisborough Methodist Church. Further details of this event can be found here.

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{North East Chinese Methodist Mission Partnership}

The Darlington District works in partnership with the Newcastle District to support three vibrant, growing Chinese speaking congregations in Durham, Middlesbrough and Newcastle.
Details of the congregation in Durham can be found here.
Details of the congregation in Middlesbrough can be found here .
Details of the congregation in Newcastle can be found here .

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{Global Relationships}

Global Relationships facilitates the enriching of relationships between Partner Churches throughout the world and the Methodist Church in Britain. More details of the work of Global Relationships can be found at Global Relationships methodist.org.uk .

The Darlington District has a close relationship with the Methodist Church in Hong Kong and the Miathene Synod of the Methodist Church in Kenya.

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