OUR thanks to everyone who has donated to the Church Times Train-A-Priest (TAP) Fund appeal this Lent. Donations so far have reached a total of £17,736.99, which will be added to a generous legacy received last year.

In 2026, TAP will once again support those exploring a calling to serve in the Church of England. For the first time, TAP grants will be available not just to ordinands facing financial hardship, but also to people at an earlier stage of exploring their vocation. Our hope is that the availability of TAP grants will help to widen access by removing some of the barriers to participation for people from less financially secure situations.

Every penny that you can give will go to those in need of extra support as they prepare for ministry. Nothing is retained to cover administrative expenses.

If you haven’t already done so, may we encourage you to consider making a donation? You can give online quickly and securely at: churchtimes.co.uk/train-a-priest-fund

Or you can give by cheque or charity voucher. Please make cheques payable to: “The TAP Fund” and send to: TAP Fund, Church Times, Hymns Ancient & Modern, 13a Hellesdon Road, Norwich NR6 5DR.

If you are a UK payer of income or capital gains tax, a payment by Gift Aid means that the Church Times, through the Hymns Ancient & Modern charity, can recover 25p for every £1 that you give. If your donation is eligible for Gift Aid, please include a completed TAP Gift Aid form (available on our website) with your cheque. You can also opt for Gift Aid when making an online donation.