ANGLICAN SOCIETY FOR WELFARE OF ANIMALS

We believe that God has given us a responsibility towards sentient beings with whom we share God's world. The Bible teaches us that God has given us ‘dominion' not ‘domination' over animals (Genesis 1:26). This means ‘loving care' not ‘ruthless exploitation'. We teach respect for all creation and highlight the ways in which animals suffer as a result of human neglect, exploitation and cruelty. We acknowledge our own part in not caring for the environment and the need for awareness and education to bring about change. We encourage churches to include animal welfare concerns in their prayers.

Worship and thanksgiving are at the heart of Christian life and embrace all that God has made. We encourage and help churches to hold animal blessing services and to be aware of the need to care for God's creation. Through education and lawful action we advance the conservation and well being of animals and co-operate with other organisations, religious and secular, that have similar aims. We produce a regular magazine. Animalwatch (free to members) containing articles and information about animal welfare issues, interests and events.

This provides a means by which the members can share ideas, stories and concerns. We publish a series of pamphlets about animal issues and aim to ensure that our materials are balanced and theologically and scientifically sound. We help arrange major services and events focusing on animal care. We promote awareness through exhibitions, meetings, talks and preaching.