Volunteers from the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church with the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) have supported Pollie Pedal in Tasmania across three days and 300 kilometres, keeping participants fuelled as they rode to raise funds for Diabetes Australia. The 18th annual fundraising cycle was once again supported by Tasmanian Deputy Premier Guy Barnett MP, who was […]
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RRT UK February Wrap Up
In February, volunteers with the Rapid Relief Team, the charitable arm of the PBCC, were busy supporting communities and first responders across the UK. Gloucester & Swindon – Coffee and Krispy Kremes for construction workers on Time to Talk Day, plus a mental health session with Mates in Mind. Tunbridge Wells – Burgers for Kent, Surrey & […]
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church launches website and social media to tell its story
The Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC) has officially launched a modernised website and new social media pages to offer insight into our church, its parishioners and way of life. The new-look PBCC website will have frequently updated content, including information about our neighbours, the charity Rapid Relief Team, and our school network OneSchool Global. The […]
Rapid Relief Team Bring Warmth and Relief
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, joined United Carolina’s Cavalry (UCC) “Bring the Heat” Propane Swap Event in Asheville, NC, this weekend, bringing warmth and essential supplies to families still recovering from the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene in September. As winter temperatures show no signs of […]
PBCC volunteers dedicate 780 hours to feed Fire Services in Victoria
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church volunteers with the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) have been on the frontline at bushfires across Victoria, Australia, for three weeks straight, putting in 780 volunteer hours to serve more than 4,800 meals to emergency crews, including those battling the highly destructive Grampians National Park blaze. RRT crews served up 3,448 meals […]
OneSchool Global Student’s First in NSW HSC
OneSchool Global, the network of schools established by members of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, for students and families from our Church Community, were celebrating at the Orange campus in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, after student Rory Wallace finished first in the Financial Services Examination in the Higher School Certificate (HSC) – making him the […]
International Volunteers Day
December 5th marks International Volunteer Day, and the Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church has taken this special opportunity to shine a light on the incredible individuals who drive their mission forward with care and compassion. RRT has 14,500 Plymouth Brethren volunteers across 14 countries, forming the heart of everything […]
Hope in Every Box: RRT’s Donations in Worcestershire
Local Plymouth Brethren Christian Church volunteers from the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) in Worcester, UK, delivered 15 Food Boxes to the discharge lounge at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. This contribution provided critical support, ensuring patients returning home had access to essential food supplies and effectively addressing the challenges many face during the transition from hospital to […]
RRT supports Convoy for Kids in Goulburn
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Church, has served up around 1,600 meals at a Convoy for Kids Goulburn event raising funds in support of local children living with cancer, terminal illnesses, disabilities and special needs. The charity, which was established in 1999 by local volunteers, holds an annual street convoy […]
RRT Supports Run the Runway
The Rapid Relief Team, our global charity, supported those running for a cause at Prestwick Airport. On Saturday, November 2nd, at 8:00 AM, ‘Run the Runway 2024’ took place at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, where around 1,000 participants gathered to run or walk 5K or 10K laps along the runway. This special event, organised by Prestwick […]