In this interview, Revd Dr Al Barrett shares what inspired the creation of the Hodge Hill/Common Ground Community and how they have gone about setting up and nurturing the community over time. Listen for a wonderful and gentle insight into the setting up of community houses, and their gift and relevance to the Church and the world today and beyond.

10 years ago, the Birmingham parish of St Philip & St James lost their church building to structural damage, and in response purchased 2 local community houses which form the residential base of the Hodge Hill/Common Ground community.Over the years, these community houses have provided a special home for a diversity of people, and have been the centre of many church and local community activities.

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