Making Community Family
Lightwave is a Christian community. We have fun, support each other and try to put our faith to work in practical care for friends, neighbours and the most needy in our society.
We like to think of our young people being a significant generation now, not just in the future.
Lightwave is active in rural Suffolk. Lightwave is inclusive for the whole community.
Helping Hands Cafe
Practical support and provision available through the food bank, debt management and work support, Kick Start program, and signposting
Children and Youth
Creating safe and sociable spaces for children and youth in rural villages through the youth café, after school clubs and summer holiday fun. Duke of Edinburgh volunteer opportunities.
Lightwave Cafe
A cosy and welcoming space where everyone is valued and every voice is heard. Children's play area. Drop in or stay for a chat. You'll find breakfast, lunch or a snack and it all comes with good company.
"Our benefice/parish of Red Lodge is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops' guidance and policies and have our own Safeguarding Officer. Our Diocese of St Edmundsbury & Ipswich’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer who advises our Safeguarding Officer. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm, please contact our Safeguarding Officer Revd. Diane Grano minister@stchristopherschurchredlodge.org or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Karen Galloway on 07785 621319 or email safeguarding@cofesuffolk.org. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services. Further information can be found on the diocesan website Promoting a safer church - Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich".