The project arose from concern about the lack of knowledge in our present-day society of the word of God (made known to us in the Bible) as witnessed by the the decline in Church on Sunday school attendance, also the lack of religious education in schools. The aim of the Trust is to nurture the Christian faith by encouraging people to spread the word of God, trusting in the work of only spirit in this endeavour. We are reminded of the verse in Amos chapter 8 verse 11. "The days are coming," declares the Sovereign Lord, " when I will send a famine through the land-not a famine of food or a thirst for water, but a famine of hearing the work of the Lord."

We aim to assist in this task by producing credit side cards, which can be easily carried in the purse or wallet. On one side is a selected verse of Scripture taken from the King James version of the Bible, New International Version, or the Good News Bible. On the reverse side is a suitable photograph, many of which are obtained from members of various Church congregations. The cards have the advantage of being laminated for durability.

Volunteer teams, some of whom are disabled and have had mental illness problems, produce them. Production is by a combination of modern technology and individual workmanship. Teams work from St. George's West Church, also Kinross and Jedburgh. There is no cost levied on the cards. We have so far covered the cost of production by donation when orders are submitted. Cards have been successfully used in hospitals, churches and schools, Christian guest houses-to name but a few outlets. They have found their way all over the world. Africa, India, Russia, Brazil has cards produced in their native language. Customised cards can be readily produced at no extra cost, the Scripture and picture chosen by the outlet.

I have found my work with the Trust rewarding and it has added dimension to my daily study of the Bible. It has also given me the privilege of meeting Christians from other denominations.

Anne Robinson Trustee