Cafe Theologique with Steve Chalke MBE

Steve Chalke MBE will speak about his book, A Manifesto for Hope, which sets out ten tried-and-tested practical principles for how to develop joined-up, cost-effective, community-empowering work, gleaned from the hard-won experience that has sat at the heart of Steve Chalke's mission over the past four decades... Steve demonstrates the stark choice facing us: keep pouring money into a faltering system, or reform and invest to improve people's lives. We need a new social covenant that empowers local charities, grassroots movements and faith groups - creating a more imaginative, more collaborative and less bureaucratic approach to community development - if we are going to transform the life chances of countless young people and families. Café Théologique is hosted by the University of Reading Chaplaincy and is a space to explore contemporary issues from a theological perspective.

All are welcome. Events are free to attend without booking. Guests are welcome to join us for food at the venue from 6pm.

For more information contact: Amanda Titmas - chaplaincy@reading.ac.uk- Telephone : 01183788797