Norwich Christian centre marks resurrection
 By Keith Morris
The resurrection of the Norwich Christian Resource Centre has been celebrated by staff, directors, 120 supporters and the Bishop of Norwich.
A reaffirmation service to mark the successful reopening at St Michael at Plea Church, on Redwell Street in Norwich,, on January 30, was led by the Rt Rev Graham James, Bishop of Norwich.
“The centre and its staff have won the support of people in many churches across the city and beyond,” he told the packed Centre.
 “There are contradictions about a Christian bookshop of course. Christianity is not about what you know but who you know… But this is more than just a bookshop. The bond between staff and customers is something that you just cannot get on Amazon.
“We all believe in Steve Foyster and his team and Lynton Johnson and his café team. It has become a place where friendships are formed and the spirit of God’s hospitality is demonstrated.
“It is also a tribute to unfussy, undiluted ecumenism and proof that the ecumenical spirit is still alive.”
 The service consists of hymns, readings, prayers and a blessing of the Centre.
Centre manager, Steve Foyster, told the assembled audience: “It has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride. But there was only one day when I said I really couldn’t be bothered with it anymore. It is all you people that have made it happen by your prayers and financial donations and all because it is a place you want to be and to enjoy.
“This coming together of spirit and goodwill has made it possible and long may it continue, as times are hard at the moment and we need to Centre to continue to be visited and used.”
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