An exhilarating zip wire challenge and a long-distance bike ride are among the fundraising efforts helping to tackle global poverty.
Julie Freeman, 74, from Horfield, will soar across North Wales on May 12 as part of Christian Aid Week, riding a zip wire at Penrhyn Quarry as part of Holy Trinity Church’s campaign in Westbury-on-Trym.
Supporting Christian Aid’s work in Kenya, the challenge is one of several organised by church members during the annual appeal running from May 10 to 16.
More information about Christian Aid Week and its projects is available at caweek.org.
Ms Freeman said: "I like to do my bit to help others by challenging myself.
"I’ve supported Christian Aid for many years because I like the organisation’s morals and values and the work of empowering communities and speaking out against injustice."
Her latest challenge follows previous fundraising feats, including a sky dive and a wing walk.
Meanwhile, fellow church member Ken Pattison, 77, from Stoke Bishop, is cycling 140 miles throughout the week as part of his own challenge.
Mr Pattison said: "For some years now I've set myself a challenge of cycling a certain number of miles during Christian Aid Week and inviting sponsorship."
Both challenges are raising funds for Christian Aid.
The charity’s partner, Beacon of Hope, is helping people in Nairobi grow vegetables in small urban spaces through training, tools, and seeds.
Supporters can donate via the Holy Trinity Church Westbury on Trym fundraising page.
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