Record Details
| NGO | Bible Society (British and Foreign Bible Society) |
|---|---|
| Address | Bible Society, Stonehill Green, Westlea, Swindon SN5 7DG |
| Telephone | 01793 418100 |
| info@biblesociety.org.uk | |
| Website | www.biblesociety.org.uk |
| Background Information | The Bible Society, the working name of the British and Foreign Bible Society, is a Christian charity seeking to encourage greater engagement with the Bible both nationally and internationally. A key element of this programme is Bible-distribution, and fighting what the organisation calls 'Bible poverty', working alongside the other national Bible societies in the international United Bible Societies (UBS) organisation. The Society also undertakes educational, campaigning and lobbying work, all geared towards drawing attention to the perceived relevance of the Bible to contemporary culture and society. Charity no. 232759, company no RC000736. Source: www.biblesociety.org.uk |
| Year Created | 1804 |
| Other Names / Antecedent Bodies | |
| Related Organisations | United Bible Societies (UBS) |
| Keywords | Christianity. |
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| Last Edited By | dango_admin at 01/04/2009 10:55:30 |
