Meet the ROC Ambassadors

Here are some of the people who have volunteered to become ROC Ambassadors:

“Passion for people is a real common link between many public organisations and faith groups so when I heard about ROC and how it’s working to bring churches, Police Forces, Fire and Rescue Services and other agencies together to find creative and innovative ways to bring about social transformation, I saw pieces of a jigsaw moving into place.” More... Ruth Haigh, Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service

“[My community] needs to be redeemed from family breakdown and poverty and I believe that together we can make the difference, together we can BE THE DIFFERENCE and I for one want to be a part of the change and I want to influence young people to do the same.” More... Jacqui John Newham, Greater London

Speaking of the ROC Ambassadors Conference: “I was pleased to come away with practical advice and best-practice information on how to build the right connections to achieve the positive impact we all want to see in our communities. I came away with a clear idea on the agencies and individuals I should engage if I wanted to achieve the results I’d heard happen for other areas.” More... Claire Grove, Bracknell, Berkshire

"If I could say one thing about ROC it is this, if you love your community and what you see around you is breaking your heart, get involved, do something about it and you will not regret it." More... Iain McDonald, Kirkintilloch, Scotland

Having heard amazing stories of how ROC enabled key agencies to work together with local churches and reduce crime & anti social behaviour, Charlotte had a lightbulb moment for a ROC Café on the main street through Bury Town Centre called 'The Rock'. More... Inspector Charlotte Cadden Greater Manchester Police

“I was curious to find out more about ROC. God spoke to me and broke my heart for my community. I want to be an Ambassador for ROC. I want to see it happen in my community, the black community in London. I’ve been challenged. It’s worked.” More... Pastor Peter Nembhard the ARC, Newham, London

"I have seen a lot of bad things in my 15 year career, but I never stopped believing that positive change can be achieved. Churches bring with them genuine passion and understanding. To my way of thinking it's the perfect marriage." More... Sergeant Christine Holyoake West Sussex

"I am a ROC Ambassador because I believe that by the grace of God, I can make a difference in my community." Anthony Hunt Merseyside

"I have always believed that the “church” should be working alongside others within the community, and my small church did have a few community projects in local residential nursing homes and in the local school. But the idea of working in partnership with the Police and other agencies was very exciting." More... Sandra Morris Youth Pastor, St. Helens, Merseyside

"I am a ROC Ambassador because strong communities mean less crime and safer neighbourhoods."  DI Barry Knott Kent

 

“I believe in affecting and influencing my community, as it is in desperate need of change. I believe what ROC stands for, an ambition to enhance our community and see lifechanging work happening across our nation. We can be an example for UK cities as well as other nations to follow.” Pastor John Hemus Huyton, Merseyside

“I am a ROC Ambassador because I am passionate about ROC. I really believe that ROC offers something unique in bringing together churches to work in partnership with the police and public sector. As the church seeks to remain relevant in today’s world and the government has thrown down its ‘Big Society’ challenge, ROC provides the opportunity for the church to mobilise and unite with a shared vision and heart for community." More... Chief Inspector Paul Wilson British Transport Police

"I am passionate about bringing Christ into my community. I am a representative on our Churches Together (of which there are 12 different churches) here in Horwich and we are working towards the Adopt a Cop scheme." Caroline Tracey Bolton, Greater Manchester

"Being a ROC Ambassador is so exciting because we’re seeing crime reduction, particularly through ROC Cafés. And it's not just police officers getting involved, but local people in different communities. ROC is committed to young people but also aims to build projects for all ages." More... Mark & Wendy Ashcroft Northenden, Greater Manchester

"I am an ROC Ambassador because I believe that there is great opportunity at this time for the church and other organisations to partner together to help improve the wider community. Through Street Angels I have seen this partnership work in towns and cities across the UK - resulting in crime reduction and localities made better places. ROC is a fantastic initiative doing great things and helps add a spiritual dimension to the practical work." Paul Blakey MBE founder Street Angels,  Halifax