Transforming communities through their local church

At the heart of Tearfund’s work is a simple belief: people know their own communities best. Church and Community brings this belief to life by walking alongside local churches as they support those around them, in some of the world’s most challenging contexts.

In June 2025, we began working with two trusted partners in the Tonj and Mundri regions of South Sudan. Together, we are equipping local pastors to pray, plan, and lead their congregations in practical action, as they respond to the greatest needs in their communities.

Through Scripture-based training and practical tools, churches are identifying priorities, restoring relationships, and strengthening their communities by building on local strengths and resources. This is grass-roots love-in-action at its finest.

Proven results, life-changing outcomes

As we break new ground in South Sudan, we're drawing on solid research. Tearfund UK has partnered with Church and Community programmes for more than 20 years, which:

  brings positive, whole-life transformation

  creates sustained, far-reaching change

  multiplies your gift's local impact 

  strengthens the local church