Dear Friend,
Each week, through our Reflections programme on RNIB Connect Radio, we are reaching people with sight loss who may never walk into a church, but who are open to finding hope in Jesus.
Many of those listening are not part of a local church community. For some, this programme may be the only place they hear the Bible or are reminded that they are not alone. We also now broadcast Reflections on two stations in New Zealand, Radio Maria, and more recently, a hospital radio station, extending that reach even further.
While these stations generously give us free airtime, it costs around £300 each week to produce a programme that is engaging, accessible, and rooted in the hope of the gospel. This covers the work of our staff, contributors, and production team, all working to ensure each broadcast connects meaningfully with those listening.
Reflections offers a gentle and accessible way for people to engage with faith, wherever they are. Through music, real-life stories and scripture, the programme creates a sense of connection and belonging for those who may feel isolated. For many listeners, it becomes a weekly companion and a familiar voice that brings encouragement, comfort and the reassurance that they are not alone. Visit youtu.be/xm-8qTLVOnQ to listen to a recent episode.
This area of our ministry feels more important than ever as we are seeing that people in the UK are more open to exploring faith than in recent years. Every broadcast is an opportunity for someone to hear about Jesus, perhaps for the very first time, or to be encouraged to keep going in the midst of sight loss.
Thank you so much for your ongoing support and prayers. We see God at work through Torch in so many ways, and that is only possible because of the many different ways you partner with us, whether through giving, volunteering, or simply encouraging others.
We would love to invite you to consider supporting this work through a regular monthly gift. Whatever you feel able to give, it will make a real difference.
Here is what your support could help make possible:
- £10 per month helps cover the cost of copying Reflections onto CDs for those who are unable to access it in other ways
- £20 per month helps us expand to new radio stations, reaching more people with the good news of Jesus
- £50 per month helps fund the production time needed to prepare each programme
- £100 per month could cover a staff member to interview guests for a programme
Regular giving is especially valuable as it allows us to plan ahead, sustain the programme, and continue reaching people consistently week by week.
We know that many of you already give to Torch, and we are so grateful. If you are able, we would also really appreciate you sharing this letter with a friend or family member who might like to be part of this ministry.
You can set up a regular gift online at torchtrust.org/donate#regular-giving,
Thank you for helping us bring hope, encouragement, and God’s word to people living with sight loss, many of whom may never encounter Jesus in any other way.
With gratitude and blessings,
Sarah Dawkins CEO
Gifts can be made by as follows:
Bank transfer: The Torch Trust for the Blind
Cheque: Made out to “The Torch Trust for the Blind”
Over the Phone: Call our Client Services Team on 01858 438260
