The Council of Reference
The Council of Reference (CoR) is a group of people who endorse and support the Micah Challenge movement. Their main purpose is to:-
- To act as wise counsellors to the Board of Directors and Micah Challenge secretariat.
- To publicly endorse Micah Challenge, its vision and aims.
They endorse the Micah Challenge movement, have signed the Micah Call and are willing to become participate in its activities. They also encourage others to do likewise.
| Name | Organisation |
|---|---|
| Steve Clifford | Pioneer |
| Nicky Gumbel | Alpha International / Holy Trinity Brompton |
| Andy Flannagan | God360 |
| Steve Chalke | Oasis Trust |
| Terry Virgo | New Frontiers International |
| Archbishop John Sentamu | Archbishop of York |
| Roger Forster | Ichthus |
| Elaine Storkey | Tearfund |
| J. John | Philio Trust / Just10 |
| Malcolm Duncan | Faithworks |
| Agu Irukwu | Jesus House |
| David Greaves | New Testament Assemblies |
| John Francis | Ruach Ministries |
| Hugh Osgood | Cornerstone Christian Centre |
| Paul Weaver | Assemblies of God |
| Jim Wallis | Sojourners |
| Angela Sarkis CBE | Independent |
| Chris Neal | Church Mission Society |
| Ruth Gilson | The Girls’ Brigade England and Wales |
Quotes
The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dr John Sentamu, the Archbishop of York, said:
“We are at the halfway stage in reaching the Millennium Development Goals set by international leaders in 2000. If these goals are to be reached by 2015 we all need to make our voices heard at half-time. Let us join our voices together in holding our Government to account. This summer it’s half-time to halve poverty, and many of the goals are in danger of not being met. For each of us the call of Micah echoes down through the millennia – let us each “act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with our God”.
Jill Garner, Deputy Chief Executive of the Shaftesbury Society, said:
“It’s time to blow the whistle and lift the game on poverty. Now is the time for our leaders to score some goals and make sure they are playing their part in the delivery of the MDGs. Will you stand up and make a difference?”
Rev Malcolm Duncan, Leader of Faithworks, said:
"The Millennium Development Goals could truly change the world, if we allow ourselves to believe that change is possible, and become the agents for that change. The Micah Challenge is an amazing opportunity to unite with those around the world to hold our governments to account in fulfilling the promises that they have made, and to do something to make a difference for those suffering through the injustice of poverty. I cannot encourage you enough to play your part in eradicating poverty by becoming involved in this campaign."
Steve Chalke MBE, Founder Oasis Global, said:
"World leaders made a promise to halve extreme poverty by 2015 and literally millions of men, women and children are desperate for this promise to be fulfilled. But it's not only governments that have a part to play in turning the game around. As Christians we are called to accompany faith with action. Join Blow the Whistle in calling on the Government to do everything it can to fulfil this promise. Send a postcard to the Prime Minister, sign the Micah Challenge call today, and be a part of the solution."
Nicky Gumbel, Vicar, Holy Trinity Brompton, said:
“Christians have a crucial role to play in turning the tide on poverty. We cannot forget the poor and we cannot let our governments forget the promises they made to the poor when they agreed to halve extreme poverty by 2015. Everyone ought to have a chance to live a happy and fulfilling life and each of us can make a difference. Help change the lives of millions today by joining in the Micah Challenge.”
