We believe that justice and seeing people released from bondage and slavery are key values of the Kingdom of God. Jesus even started his public ministry by announcing that He had come “to set the captive free.” It is exciting that Woodlands Group of Churches is now a partner church working with International Justice Mission (IJM) to do just that!
IJM is the largest anti-slavery organisation in the world. They work across the globe, partnering with law enforcement to protect those living in poverty from oppression.
In the last 20 years, IJM have rescued over 53,000 people from slavery and violent oppression and are seeing whole nations change as a result of this transformative work; in some countries seeing up to an 86% reduction of people in slavery. But it’s no mean feat. It takes everyone from investigators who find victims, to aftercare staff who support those who have been rescued, to the local church across the globe who pray, give and advocate for the end of slavery, like Woodies…
Read their latest Fact Sheet to find out how and where IJM are working around the globe to end slavery. For good. You can also watch the video below to learn more about IJM.
Giving to the IJM Rescue Fund
Woodies raises £5,000 at a time for IJM to fund the equivalent cost of a rescue: Right from undercover investigation, to rescue and aftercare, to bringing the criminals to justice. Although the precise details of this rescue will depend on the situations that the investigators uncover, the largest rescue IJM has conducted to date, was of 564 people in one single operation: a bonded labour case, in South Asia.
We’ve already funded one £5k rescue and would like to fund another one. The Woodies contribution will be raised primarily by earmarked giving. To take part in this fundraising campaign and support the rescue, visit the secure giving page below to make a one-off donation:
Thank you for your financial and prayer support which will have a tangible effect on bringing freedom to people's lives. You can join the IJM in praying for justice, simply send them an email to join the network.