Engage Befriending

01/06/2026

As part of volunteer week we have been celebrating what’s great about volunteering. Here is what our volunteer Terry has to say:

"I joined Engage during the covid year of 2020 when I heard about the need for telephone befriending through my church.

My favourite thing about volunteering is that you know you are doing some good, it’s nice to help people and feels worthwhile. I used to volunteer in a more physical capacity, like helping in a café and DIY jobs for people. I’m now in my late 80’s but still enjoy helping people and this is my contribution.

Doing something helps you feel connected. I have befriended 3 people since I started and usually call once a week. We have good chats and have become friends. "

Thank you Terry! You’ve made a big difference in brightening someone’s day

14/05/2026

We had a really lovely time at our drop in today! Kate from Get Berkshire Active came to lead a session of games for our minds, which were a lot of fun. With a social chat and a cup of tea it was a good way to spend the morning.

12/05/2026

Our May newsletter is ready for you to read.

This issue, we have a feature on the joys of singing with a community choir, a Trolly Bus Treasure from our April drop-in, and other facts and puzzles.

To read it visit our website: engage-uk.org/our-monthly-newsletter

31/03/2026

Our April newsletter is ready for you to read.

This issue, we have a feature on keeping your mind well and active, a quiz about Reading, tips to help you feel calmer, and other facts and puzzles.

To read it visit our website: engage-uk.org/our-monthly-newsletter

27/03/2026

The Rahab team are looking for an Outreach Worker and help bring hope and transformation to women facing complex challenges.

16 hrs/week • £29k FTE

Please see the website for further information: rahab.co.uk/blogandnews

27/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who sponsored Dan at the Reading half last Sunday.
With gift aid he reached his target of £500. Thank you so much, it will make a difference. 👍🏃🎉

17/03/2026

https://www.justgiving.com/page/daniel-curtis-199997?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA
Daniel Curtis has been training well and is looking forward to raising funds and running on Sunday. Let's hope the weather is favourable too 😊

Help Daniel Curtis raise money to support The Mustard Tree

09/03/2026

At the Mustard Tree we believe prayer has power.

We regularly compile a bulletin detailing current areas and situations you can pray for us in.

Our March bulletin is now ready to read on our website: themustardtree.org/2026/03/09/prayer-bulletin-march-26/

Thank you for all your support.
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05/03/2026

Would you thrive in a varied role where every day brings opportunities to support others and strengthen community? You could be our new Operations Administrator.

You would manage a variety of administrative tasks and create a positive and welcoming experience for our service beneficiaries, volunteers and partners. This role will suit someone who is organised and proactive and has strong communication and interpersonal skills. It is for 15 hrs per week with a salary ranging from £25-27k FTE dependant on your experience.

For more information please visit our website: https://themustardtree.org/2026/03/04/were-recruiting/

03/03/2026

Meet Dan! He is running the Reading half marathon on behalf of Engage Befriending.

Here’s why:
“My mum is the Engage manager and when she talks about the stories of the people who Engage work with, it really speaks to me. No one in their older age should be lonely or isolated.
So your donations will people feel less isolated and help the charity to recruit and train volunteers to visit people at home as well as support the monthly drop-in for the clients where they can meet up with each other and make friends”

To help make a difference to elderly people in Reading, and to sponsor Dan, visit his JustGiving page here: justgiving.com/page/daniel-curtis-199997

Thank you
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