Our people

So, then there are many parts, but only one body.

1 Corinthians 12:20

Our structure

Regardless of one’s ethnic or cultural background, nationality, tribe or tongue, the vision to see the UK church united requires the support and participation of Christians everywhere.

Through the collective effort of our networks: the One People Commission and the South Asian Forum, we are able to connect, inspire, share ideas and strategies and strive towards diversity and unity with others. Through our networks, national conversations, resources, events and relationships, we support leaders and emerging leaders to become more confident in engaging in initiatives, conversations and projects that celebrate diversity while promoting unity.

The individuals who are a part of these groups are from a multitude of diverse backgrounds and also share a heart for championing intercultural unity, churches and justice.

Each of the networks aim to meet several times a year in a range of capacities to ensure that we are regularly reviewing, maintaining and progressing in our work.

“In my relationship with the Evangelical Alliance, I’m very thankful that it has listened and has grappled with the hard things. I really like that the OPC and the organisation more broadly are not afraid of intensity.”

Usha Reifsnider, member of the One People Commission core group and Lausanne Europe Regional co-director

Our structure:

OPC strategic advisory group

Steering group for the work of the One People Commission

South Asian champions

Comprised of regional representatives that work within the South Asian Forum network

OPC core group

Comprised of key national and regional church, organisational and influential leaders

Racial justice advisory group

One of the specialist sub-committees advising on racial justice concerns

OPC young adult leaders’ forum

An initiative that aims to identify and connect new and emerging leaders within the UK church between the ages of 18-30

OPC wider network

Consists of individuals, churches and organisations from a wider demographic, who are interested in the work and vision of the OPC

OPC internal group

Team comprised of staff members within the Evangelical Alliance