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<p>At parish and diocesan level the Church is closely involved in providing support
to homeless people through night shelters and other activities, and raising funds
and awareness. Recently in the House of Lords bishops supported the Homelessness Reduction
Bill.</p><p>In the Torbay area the Vicar on the Streets initiative undertaken by Revd
Gary Deighton of St George's Church, Goodrington, and the Winter Night Shelter run
by local churches have both made a real difference to the issues of homelessness.
The clergy and parishioners of Goodrington and Torbay have raised nearly five thousand
pounds over the period of Lent to support the Shekinah Mission, which works across
Devon to provide a safe space for people to develop their skills, regain their self-worth
and go on to live independent and fulfilling lives.</p>
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