2023 so far

This has been a busy and eventful year for Richmond Street Pastors. First, Jess had a lovely baby boy, then we lost a faithful prayer pastor Cedric who went home to be with the Lord. Then Emma, a wonderful street pastor, retired. She will be and is greatly missed....

Friday night patrol!

It was actually a quiet night. You may be aware that there has been significant anti-social behaviour in Richmond in recent weeks. The Green has been the site of mass gatherings of younger people, who have caused injury and damage when being asked to move. There has...

Street Pastor Why Stories

There are 12,000 Street Pastors in UK. Here is why three people in our Richmond team joined up to go out regularly helping the community. Ruth – I wanted to become a Street Pastor if the opportunity arose because some friends of mine in Bedfordshire lost their...

Street Pastor Why Stories

There are 12,000 Street Pastors in UK. Here is why three people in our Richmond team joined up to go out regularly helping the community. Suzie – Both my parents were Street Pastors and I loved hearing their stories! I waited until my daughter was just old...

December!!

December will be upon us and people will be out making merry and why not? It is always good to be with friends and having a jolly time! But the street pastors will be out in force making sure trouble doesn’t show its face and to look after those who may have...

Friday 13th

Praise God for a great team and a peaceful evening in Richmond with mild weather! There had been thoughts that we would be extremely busy as it was Fridy 13th but the pubs and clubs were not very busy we were able to chat with staff and people out and about. Lots of...

On a rainiy but muggy night!

After the sun has been shining all week the street pastors step out onto the street and the rain pours down. But never mind they heroically paced the streets. People greeted them like long lost friends, and they had lots of lovely conversations with all the friendly...

Street Pastors in Richmond!

Street Pastors is a multi church initiative across the Richmond Borough. Christians providing a real response to real issues on the street. To be a visible presence of peace, kindness and Christ’s love on the streets of our town, offering reassurance and help to...

Become A Street Pastor For One Evening Each Month

To all Christians in the borough of Richmond upon Thames who are friendly and chatty with a desire to encourage others from all walks of the community and able to volunteer one or even two evenings per month we would love to hear from you. We believe you may have a...