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Spalding Lighthouse Church teams up with Christians Against Poverty for Talk Money Week to help with cost of living crisis




A church group wants to lift the stigma from talking about money and help residents through the cost of living crisis.

Spalding’s Lighthouse Church will be working in partnership with budgeting and debt experts Christians Against Poverty (CAP) for Talk Money Week - aiming to equip local people to navigate their way through rising costs.

“The current crisis in rising living costs is affecting all areas of our lives: what we eat, how we power our homes, our health and wellbeing, which has a knock on effect on our relationships and mental health,” said Simon Jary, Spalding CAP debt centre manager.

Christians Against Poverty at Lighthouse Church, Spalding: Pastor David Sandhu, Simon Jary of Christians Against Poverty, and Pastor Chas Sandhu (28071323)
Christians Against Poverty at Lighthouse Church, Spalding: Pastor David Sandhu, Simon Jary of Christians Against Poverty, and Pastor Chas Sandhu (28071323)

“But a lot of us are reluctant to talk openly about our personal finances because we are ashamed or embarrassed.

“Yet talking about our financial situations can have big benefits.

“The Money and Pensions Service’s Talk Money Week promotes the importance of financial wellbeing and the value of openly talking about money matters.

“Their research shows talking about money worries makes people feel less stressed and more in control, empowering them to make less risky financial decisions, and even improves their relationships.”

The Money and Pensions Service’s Talk Money Week runs from November 7-11, aiming to open conversations about finances.

“We see many people who, before contacting us, are worn down by trying to deal with things themselves - often for months or years,” Simon added.

“This leads them to feeling isolated and alone, living with the constant anxiety that debt creates.

“But as the saying goes, a problem shared really is a problem halved. Talking to others is the easiest way to get some help and support, and is often the first step towards finding a solution.”

Anyone struggling with debt and needing help can get in contact with CAP on 0800 328 0006 or visit capuk.org - or sign up to a free CAP Money Course.



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