Events > Ed's Pilgrimage

Ed Beale is going out of his way to tell people what they can do about climate change – 1,200 miles out of his way, in fact. And every mile will be on foot.

The trek is Ed's answer to the Rainbow Pilgrimage, a day of inspiration and action on 9 th October 2004 . This culminates in a service of dedication for Operation Noah at Coventry Cathedral, where Ed's progress through Britain will be reported.

The man with the mission

Ed Beale is a 27-year old postgraduate transport planning student from Leeds . He is a member of South Parade Baptist Church . An experienced walker, Ed has notched up 11 long-distance trips so far.

Sponsoring Ed's pilgrimage

Walking the length of Great Britain is a lonely job, and Ed would be delighted to know he has your support in his expedition. There are a number of ways you can help.

•  Speaking slots : If you think your church could hear from Ed at a Sunday service with an Operation Noah or environmental theme, or a large mid-week event, please let us know. The CEL website has lots of ideas and resources.

•  Sponsorship : You can sponsor Ed's expedition. A form provided overleaf, with which you can use to gather support.

•  Prayer and support : Ed would be encouraged to know that people are offering practical and prayer support, especially in the event of an emergency, whether they live on or off his route

•  Accommodation : If you think you might live on Ed's route, he would be extremely grateful for an offer of a comfortable bed and cooked breakfast.

Please see ed-rp.doc for contact details

Operation Noah is a project of the Environmental Issues Network of Churches Together in Britain and Ireland , managed by Christian Ecology Link (registered charity number 328744). For more details visit www.christian-ecology.org.uk/noah