At the Pilgrim Hearts charity we use the creative arts to support, nurture and encourage vulnerable adults; people with addictions, mental health issues and special needs.
We provide arts workshops, training for volunteers and training for adult support groups. We deliver art exhibitions and workshops on writing skills, dance, film and drama.
Our arts workshops help people unlock their creative ability, develop their gifts and regain their self-esteem through sharing experiences and through self-expression.
We work with many Christian Charities, community groups and local Schools in Berkshire.
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Take a look at our video for more about our work. There are also case studies and further information in other sections.
If you would like to discuss an idea or become involved in the work of Pilgrim Hearts you can contact us.
Testimonials
In June 2010 the Churches in Reading Drop-In Centre noticed how lives were transformed after people attended Pilgrim Hearts workshops at the centre.
“Before the project began guests would just turn up and do nothing. Many had got into a rut. Now, through the arts, they have re-discovered their past achievements and this has inspired their confidence. It's as though, suddenly, someone has come along and switched a light on in their lives and treated them with respect”.
Mabel Boyd. Manager of the Churches in Reading Drop-In Centre.
“We actively recommend Pilgrim Hearts Trust to church groups and organisations that will benefit from your sound, sensitive Christian ministry."
Women's Christian Centre Manager, Marion Low.
"One mum said that she went home happy (after a Pilgrim Hearts workshop) and was happy all evening and through the night. She explained that she doesn't normally feel like that; the reason for it was that she had let herself go and had felt she had been herself for the very first time. Another mum said she had never laughed so much."
Parents And Children Together (PACT), Assistant Project Worker, Debbie Burnham.
"Awesome, prophetic, explosive, sad, joyful, amazing, a real reflection of God, The Creator."
Visitor at Anne House exhibition: The New Generation Art Exhibition Cardiff.
" I am moved by the global perspective of the world-eye view and the Godly witness".
Visitor to New Generation Art Exhibition, Intermission in Knightsbridge.
Pilgrim Hearts, based in Berkshire, provides creative arts workshops, training for volunteers and groups working with vulnerable adults. We operate in a wide area including Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and all areas around London, including Ascot, Windsor, Bracknell, Warfield, Reading, Woking, Wokingham, Slough, Staines, Maidenhead, Cobham, Abingdon, Knightsbridge and Streatham.
NEWS
Autumn News letter
The last six months have been a busy time for all of us and we have achieved a great deal..
..read morePilgrim Hearts and CIRWC start a new project
This project extends our work with women attending the day centre.
As part of this project a website will be set up and run by the volunteers for CIRWC. The course will provide encouragement and develop the necessary skills required to run such a website.
This project will be of assistance to many women of all ages and backgrounds using big or small contributions and working as a team to achieve something worthwhile and enjoyable. This we see as a key to healing and increased self reliance enabling them to regain their rightful place in society.
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