Welcome To Flame Trust
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God gave us a unique gift in that first Christmas season, and our prayer is that you might know a fresh appreciation of what was accomplished in a bare stable in Bethlehem nearly 2000 years ago. May you know God’s presence and affirmation in this season of Advent. God is with us – Hallelujah Dave and Team Flame ‘FOLLOW MY LEADER’
The encouragement of emerging new leadership is a responsibility that Flame takes seriously. In these uncertain times, we need leaders who can develop skills to be as shining lights in a darkening world, and who can communicate with integrity and lifestyle the characteristics that are attractive to followers. Flame is actively involved in mentoring new potential leadership, but also standing alongside those who are struggling and needing extra support, advice and affirmation. FUTURE PLANS FOR PLAYGROUNDS IN ROMANIA “It was a real delight to visit Romania a few months ago, and to see how Flame’s Playground Construction Projects have been well used”. Dave visited several of the towns where Flame has worked closely with the local community, and he also attended the opening of the latest playground in Asau which has proved to be very successful. The Local Authority partnered with Flame and extended the provision. The Opening Ceremony was attended by the MP, the Mayor of the Town, Civic Dignitaries, and the Head of the adjacent School – not to mention many parents and lots of children. Habitat for Humanity was also represented. Indeed, it was a joyous occasion. We received a lovely commendation from the Mayor of Asau, Budaca Emilian: “Thanks to your support and generosity, the children of Asau commune now enjoy a playground at European standards. Thank you for your respect for the school and love for children!”
As a result of a generous donation, Flame considers it appropriate to plan for the future. Discussions will be held with Habitat for Humanity to develop a 3 year programme for playground construction work in appropriate areas. Due diligence and extensive research will be conducted to make sure that any provision is appropriate to community need, and allows expression of our ethos as a Christian organisation. ABUNDANT LIFE – Tranquillity Project Student Support We continue to be encouraged with the opportunity to support the establishment of Christian values in local schools. With the current resurgence amongst young people in spirituality, we see Flame’s role as being very significant at the present time. We have had excellent feedback from our Student Support Worker: “Sessions have focused on the anxiety faced by students surrounding their exams. Student response has been very positive, and they felt sad when the final session was completed”. Please pray for the ongoing ministry amongst students. CHAPLAINCY MINISTRY We have recently been encouraged with the news that has been circulated in the media, that there is a substantial interest in spirituality amongst today’s young people. This is certainly mirrored in the rising attendance in our Christian fellowships nationwide, and provides added incentive for Flame to continue exploring invitations to be salt and light amongst the UK student population. We receive many enquires to have input into schools, and over the next few months we shall be developing a more robust chaplaincy initiative to follow through on new opportunities. We are also wanting to encourage more folk to consider becoming School Governors, and should this be of interest to you, please do feel free to send us an enquiry, and we will forward you an insight into how to proceed with the Head of your local school. Dave has a wealth of experience in this area. Our office is operational part time. Please call 01384 232786 and leave an ansaphone message, or email office@flametrust.org. Jackie Eames will be happy to help you with any queries relating to our tours and other projects. Please leave a message and she will reply to you as and when she can. You can also Contact Us here Thank you for your visit - please come back soon. Sincerely
Dave Pope FLAME ADMINISTRATION Flame is a comparatively small organisation, but is served well by a team of folk who look after the administrative need. |
To read Dave's latest Newsletter click here Or read the newsletter online here in brochure style GUESS WHO HAS BEEN IN TOWN ! A lovely invitation was extended to Dave and Calin to attend Cliff has always shown an interest in Flame’s ministry, and was in fact the person who made it possible for Dave to engage with his work in and around Academies way back in 2005. BREAKING NEWS – TIME OUT 2026 Over the past few weeks, we have been researching the possibility of another Time Out venue for next year.
Following our time away in Majorca, some of our Flame Family asked if we would consider a venue in the UK to make it easier for those who no longer want to travel abroad. So, after extensive research, we have booked: The Livermead Cliff Hotel in Torquay … (The English Riviera!) for 5 days: Monday 26th – Friday 30th October 2026 And the icing on the cake? Rev. David Coffey has agreed to be our Guest Speaker. Please do plan to be with us on this occasion. Torquay is well served by road and rail, along with National Express Coaches. The hotel is highly recommended by David Coffey. Situated on the seafront, it is ideal for our requirements. We shall be launching this event in the New Year, with an Early Bird discount, so please do make a note of the dates in your diary. If you are thinking of joining us and have a moment to send a quick email to register your interest, that would be appreciated. SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY RESOURCE
I’m delighted to recommend ‘John’s Gospel: The seven miracle signs revealing Jesus’ glory’ to those of you who are involved in small study groups. Peter Meadows is a good friend, and of course I worked with him for many years at Spring Harvest. He is a first-class writer, and is always creative in his application of Scripture to the times in which we live. If you are looking for a fresh approach for your fellowship group, I strongly recommend your access to this material. Available on Amazon PRAISE GATHERING 2026
Following on from our lovely visit to Praise Gathering earlier this year, we are looking to repeat the experience in 2026. Praise Gathering is a wonderful worship event that finds churches from all over Scotland coming together in the Glasgow Concert Hall for an expression of Praise and Thanksgiving. The date will be Saturday 20th June 2026, and we encourage Flame friends to book their own accommodation. We plan for a fellowship meal together on the Saturday evening after the afternoon concert. Further detail will be released in due course for this very special event.
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It has been said many times before that we live in an age of uncertainty, emphasised by world conflict and questionable leadership. It would be so easy to be drawn into disappointment, frustration, criticism and disillusionment, but this is the season of hope and certainty.
Cliff’s concert in Birmingham Symphony Hall on Tuesday 2nd December, and to meet up with him to provide a brief update, after his sound check before he hit the stage. Dave 
