What people are saying about Hope 2008
‘Hope08 is a really remarkable vision that has grown out of the success of a number of local urban projects,’ said
Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams. ‘Christians have to learn how to give an absolutely clear answer to the question,
“why is this good news?”. Now, with Hope08, this vision is being extended, with great boldness to the whole country – and even more widely.’
‘Imagine a year in which hundreds of people come to faith because the Church becomes known not for a million fingers wagging but actually two
million arms outstretched – caring for the poor, giving young people a purpose, and working with the police to reduce crime.’ Rev Joel Edwards
‘Hope08 will be an excellent opportunity for people of all denominations of the Christian faith to unite in regenerating and transforming their local communities,
making them better places to both live and work,’ said Sir Ian Blair. ‘Hope’s interaction with Safer Neighbourhood Teams will offer the police,
community and faith groups the chance to work together to make their area safer. Hope08 has my full support.’
Andy Hawthorne has described Hope08 as ‘the most exciting thing I’ve ever been involved in’. He added, ‘I honestly believe Hope in 2008
is an opportunity, perhaps like we’ve never had before, for every denomination, stream, conference and movement to play to their strengths - and together make a huge
impact on this nation.’
‘Hope in 2008 provides an amazing opportunity for all Christians to work together and make a huge impact on this nation,’ said Mike Pilavachi.
‘My hope and prayer is that through representing Jesus in words and in deeds, we can see lives transformed and bring lasting change.’
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