Grassroots

General information

Since its formation in 1991, Grassroots has built a solid reputation as an organisation which can be relied upon to engage with, and respond to, the various issues which pose a threat to community cohesion and inter faith relationships in Luton’s widely diverse context.

Our Vision:
Grassroots seeks to engage in God’s mission by discerning the Spirit and living the Word of God in the plural world of today. Motivated and nourished by the spirit of justice and peace. Grassroots, alongside communities and individuals of all faiths and backgrounds, is working for common good and human flourishing, building renewed trust in place of broken relationships, fostering the development of new skills by providing resources for learning enabling all to explore and express their spirituality and values with confidence and creativity.

Our Objectives:
To accompany the Churches in their mission and ministry
To work for strengthening relations amongst different faiths
To empower communities to articulate their own needs and solutions
To serve the community through supporting community initiatives & advancing educational development
To engage with the building of a civil society in Luton and its vicinity

Our Values:
Vision - that is global and inclusive - bringing new insights and perspectives
Hope - that the forces of good can triumph over the forces of evil
Faith - that the Spirit is at work transforming the world
Respect - for every person, and their ability to give and receive
Freedom - for individuals & communities to develop their full potential
Solidarity - in our commitment to share in the struggle for justice