Churches Together in Southwell
Southwell Christian Aid Committee
Christian Aid
Community Comes Together for “Afternoon Tea for Fairness and Faith”
An “Afternoon Tea for Fairness and Faith” was held in the Minster State Chamber on Saturday, 11th October, to celebrate Christian Aid’s 80th anniversary and support the Fairtrade Foundation’s “Do It Fair” and “Brew It Fair” campaigns during Fairtrade Fortnight.
Guests enjoyed freshly made tea, coffee, sandwiches, cakes, and scones — all prepared with Fairtrade ingredients wherever possible. Seventy-four people attended the event, sharing fellowship among friends, family, and the wider Southwell community.
David Shannon, Chair of the Minster School Governors, addressed the gathering and outlined the school’s ongoing Fairtrade initiatives as part of its status as a registered Fairtrade School. Ian Baird-Smith also spoke about Shared Interest, an organisation founded in 1990 that connects UK investors committed to supporting fair and ethical trade across the world.
Thanks to generous contributions of food, donations, and ticket sales — and after a small deduction for expenses — the event raised an impressive £708.08.
Organisers expressed heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the afternoon, whether by baking, serving, or attending. All proceeds will be donated to Christian Aid, helping to further their shared mission of fairness, faith, and global justice.
