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The Sharon Award

The Sharon Award

On January 14th twenty members of DCF travelled to Emsworth, Hants for a very special presentation lunch. After the death of a very special DCF member - Sharon Key - three years ago, we have presented the Sharon award annually. The award, in the shape of a crystal key, ...

New Year’s Honours for Jenny

New Year’s Honours for Jenny

Huge congratulations to Jenny Edwards, who was awarded an MBE in the Queen's 2012 new year's honours list. Jenny received the honour for services to people with disabilities in Surrey. We're all very excited for her, and hope you'll join us in congratulating her on being recognised for her many ...

DCF Holidays in 2012

DCF Holidays in 2012

Here are the Holidays DCF are running in 2012 -- there'll be two UK holidays, and one overseas one. Contact Jenny on 01372 737046 or email Jenny at the office to find out more. Babbacombe, Devon July 28th to August 4th Cost: £680 pp: inclusive ...

Majorca with DCF 2012

Majorca with DCF 2012

May 4th to 18th 2012 Bookings for the 2012 Majorca holiday are NOW OPEN Holidayers will stay at the Hotel Palia Sa Coma in Majorca. It's located on the eastern part of the island, 70km from Palma and is well known for extensive, beautiful beaches. The hotel is on the ...

‘Fantastic Holiday’ in Tenerife

‘Fantastic Holiday’ in Tenerife

“Fantastic holiday, well planned, marvellous trips and great fellowship”, just one of the quotes from a guest at the end of the DCF holiday to Tenerife this May. After two lovely weeks in the sunshine, new friendships had been formed and a real sense of God having led the holiday ...

TTR Quiet Day

TTR Quiet Day

Wed 6th July at the Wycliffe Centre, High Wycombe. Come along to be spiritually refreshed and enjoy a time of fellowship with others. Hear from God Relax in peaceful grounds Enjoy good food Fully accessible and content appropriate for all. Please contact the office on 01372 749955 to find out more or to book ...

DCF Holidays in 2011

DCF Holidays in 2011

Here are the Holidays DCF are running in 2011 -- there'll be two UK holidays, and two overseas ones. Contact Jenny on 01372 737046 or email Jenny at the office to find out more. Babbacombe, Devon July 30th to August 6th Cost: £645 pp: inclusive ...

Tenerife is full!

Tenerife is full!

Well, the DCF Tenerife holiday is full, anyhow. Thank you to everyone for your enquiries -- we're looking forward to a great break. If you'd look to find out more about future holidays, please look here:

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“Pressing on towards the goal” – A new season for TTR

“Pressing on towards the goal” – A new season for TTR

An invitation to volunteers, supporters and anyone with an interest in any aspect of the work – Wheels, DCF, Integr8, Churches inc. Come and join together to be inspired, celebrate, pray and share together. A light lunch will be provided. No charge will be made but a retiring offering ...

DCF in Majorca 2011

DCF in Majorca 2011

21st September – 5th October This holiday has now been cancelled -- please follow this link for more details. Hotel Palia Sa Coma - Sa Coma, Mallorca The resort: Sa coma is located on the eastern part of the island, 70km ...

The Sharon Award 2010

The Sharon Award 2010

On Saturday 20th November, Janet Wade travelled to her Disabled Christians Fellowship group meeting unaware that she was to be awarded the 2010 Sharon Award Crystal Key. It was also her birthday, so the day was a double celebration! On hearing that she had been awarded the Key, Janet’s ...

The Sharon Award

The Sharon Award

2010 is the first year we have given someone special a DCF award. Jenny Edwards will be travelling to Bournemouth later in November to present this award (we won't say who's won it as she doesn't know herself yet!). Anyone can nominate a member of DCF for The Sharon Award. This ...

Sheep in Stoneleigh

By Paula Smith On Saturday 25th September approx 40 people gathered for afternoon at Stoneleigh DCF. Our time together focussed on the parable of the lost sheep & its message that each one is important to God & loved by Him. Jesus is our shepherd & wants us to stay close ...

Connect Weekend

Connect Weekend

King’s Church Hall, Epsom September 3rd – 7.30pm & September 4th – 10.30am to 4pm The DCF Connect Weekend is an opportunity for friends old and new of DCF to come together and learn more about the fellowship. We’ll be looking at all the various programmes we run, chatting about how ...

Welcome to DCF Ribble Valley!

Welcome to DCF Ribble Valley!

DCF Coordinator Jenny Edwards headed north recently to attend the launch meeting of the new DCF Ribble Valley group.  The meeting was well attended, and all were encouraged and excited at the prospect of starting their regular monthly meetings. DCF Ribble Valley will be meeting at The Rimington Institute, Clitheroe,  on ...

Majorca Holiday Cancelled

Majorca Holiday Cancelled

We regret to announce that we've had to cancel autumn 2011's Majorca holiday due to lack of support. We're very sad to have to do this, and would like to apologise for any inconvenience. We'll be holding another overseas holiday around next May -- we'll have more details up as ...

Holiday helpers required

Holiday helpers required

We are in need of helpers for our one-week UK holiday in Babbacombe (Torquay, Devon) in July/August. We have a waiting list of disabled guests keen to join this popular holiday, but we won't be able to offer them a place unless we get more helpers. If you would be interested in ...

DCF UK Holidays 2010

All costs for UK holidays are inclusive of all care required and are based on a Half-Board tariff.  Please do ring us on 01372 749955 if you require any further information. Sefton Hotel, Babbacome July 31st to 7th August Following a very successful holiday in 2009, we are returning to this lovely area ...

Jenny on Premier Radio!

Jenny on Premier Radio!

Our DCF Coordinator, Jenny Edwards, appeared on Torch Trust's Insight programme on Sunday 7th February at 4.00pm Insight is a weekly radio programme with a focus on disability and faith, presented by Marilyn Baker. For more information about the Insight programme, and to learn a little more about Jenny, please

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All Aboard!

All Aboard!

The DCF Cruise Holiday It was a busy Saturday on the roads towards Southampton as 36 members of Disabled Christians Fellowship travelled from various areas of the country, to board The Independence of the Seas for a Mediterranean Cruise. Planned to celebrate the 50th Birthday of DCF this was to be ...

Happy Birthday DCF

Disabled Christians Fellowship formed in 1959, when Frances Poole started a group in Bristol. DCF has kept growing, with groups around the country, accessible holidays, tape and CD ministry and support through prayer and friendship for disabled people and those affected by disability. This year, DCF reaches its Golden Anniversary, ...