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Should my church use National Lottery funding?

Church leaders have different views on whether churches should make use of lottery funds. This discussion paper seeks to put a case for both sides of the argument; drawing on sources close to the gambling industry as well as a broad spectrum of theologians.

Topics covered:

  • A look at the gambling industry in general;
  • The National Lottery: some statistics;
  • Concerns about the social impact of gambling;
  • The church's attitude towards gambling;
  • The case for churches using National Lottery funding;
  • The case against churches using National Lottery funding;
  • Potential restrictions imposed where Lottery funding is used;
  • Churches and use of the National Lottery: The views of three church leaders.

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