Building community at the speed of trust. I had the opportunity to share our journey of the magic and joy that can emerge through the tough times and good when you invite in the passions, skills and gifts of community and create space to welcome the stranger. … More STREET CONNECTING: “AMAZING THINGS WILL HAPPEN”
The school hall is wonderfully decorated with the theme of a rainbow, the symbol used around the world to show unity and gratitude during those days of isolation at home when the world as we knew it was turned upside down. People are starting to arrive and the atmosphere is beginning to build. Over 100 … More The Unsung Heroes of Covid19 – Celebrating Our Community Story
In the early hours of Saturday I sent a tweet as my ‘end’ to what had been an epic 8 days in our community. I did feel broken (well very emotionally and physically tired) but also fully alive and full of hope. In that moment I wasn’t ready to ‘download’ the events of the past … More 8 days in the life of a street connector
Last weekend we had our first two street events of the year. Returning for the second year of street events gave us an opportunity to reflect on why we do them, what impact do they have, and why they have become such important ‘entry points’ for people into community life. Street events are a simple … More Bringing community to your doorstep
Welcome to our street connecting story 