Faith & Fellowship
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Midweek Scripture & Prayer
Warm, conversational Bible studies and Friday intercessory prayer evenings where questions are welcomed and friendships take root.
Purfleet-on-Thames & Thurrock Community
A place for faith, dignity, and neighbourly care in Essex.
Rooted on the Thames riverside in Purfleet, Divine Intervention Ministry Essex brings people together through open Bible study, practical hardship relief, and inclusive support for families and residents living with disabilities.
What We Do
Practical love in three everyday ways.
Poverty Relief
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Household & Pantry Support
Standing alongside Purfleet and Grays families facing sudden financial pressure with essential food parcels, utility signposting, and crisis care.
Disability & Inclusion
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Accessible Care & Advocacy
Home visits, step-free community gatherings, and one-to-one assistance helping older and disabled residents navigate local services.
A Welcome from Our Chair
“When we established Divine Intervention Ministry Essex at the end of 2025, our conviction was simple: church should never be four closed walls. Whether you need a quiet place to pray, help putting food on the table, or a friendly voice to help navigate disability support in Thurrock, our doors at River Court are open to you.”
William Ohene Djan
Chair of Trustees · Divine Intervention Ministry Essex
Our Story & Governance
Built by neighbours, accountable to our community.
Divine Intervention Ministry Essex was constituted as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in December 2025 to serve the growing riverside neighbourhood of Purfleet-on-Thames and the wider Borough of Thurrock.
Why Purfleet-on-Thames?
As new families, key workers, and older residents have settled along the Thames Gateway around Centurion Way and River Court, we saw a clear need for a local hub that combines Christian spiritual encouragement with practical, non-judgemental welfare support.
Our ministry bridges that gap. During the week we host open scripture reflection, youth mentoring, and pastoral listening ears; on the ground we partner with local volunteers to assist households facing poverty, isolation, or mobility challenges.
Public Benefit & Charitable Objects
Registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under Charity No. 1216295 (registered 22 December 2025). All gatherings and welfare services are open to the public regardless of background or personal means.
Board of Trustees
Leadership & Stewardship
Our trustees serve in an unpaid, voluntary capacity to oversee safeguarding, community welfare, and day-to-day ministry operations.
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Chair of Trustees
William Ohene Djan
Leads pastoral vision, statutory governance, and parish partnerships across Purfleet-on-Thames and Thurrock.
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Charity Trustee
Anthony Effah
Oversees community operations, volunteer coordination, digital infrastructure, and local facility access in Essex.
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Charity Trustee
Michael Obeng-Wiafe
Coordinates household hardship relief, disability inclusion advocacy, and safeguarding compliance for youth and vulnerable adults.
Programmes & Impact
How we serve Thurrock & Essex every week.
Filter our active initiatives below to see how our volunteers support spiritual wellbeing, disability inclusion, and family poverty relief.
Faith & Teaching
Purfleet Open Bible Study
Weekly small-group scripture study exploring practical Christian ethics, hope in times of anxiety, and shared prayer over tea and coffee.
Every Wednesday · 18:30 at River Court Hub
Poverty Relief
Essentials & Winter Warmth Packs
Providing non-perishable groceries, baby supplies, and warm household essentials for families referred by local neighbours or self-referring in RM19.
Direct distribution · Purfleet, Aveley & Grays
Disability & Advice
Welfare & Accessibility Signposting
Helping residents living with physical or hidden disabilities understand local council support, housing adaptations, and community transport options.
1-to-1 Appointments · In person or by phone
Youth & Families
Friday Prayer & Youth Encouragement
Creating a safe, positive Friday evening space for young people and parents to pray, share life challenges, and receive constructive mentoring.
Fridays · 19:00 – 21:00
Older People & Carers
Riverside Neighbour Befriending
Regular phone check-ins and home visits for housebound seniors and unpaid family carers who experience loneliness along the Thames corridor.
DBS-Checked Volunteers · Weekly Calls
Community Space
Sunday Fellowship & Warm Table
Following Sunday morning worship, everyone is invited to stay for hot refreshments, conversation, and informal community welfare advice.
Sundays · 10:30 – 13:00
Weekly Rhythm & Calendar
Gather with us in Purfleet-on-Thames.
Our gatherings are relaxed, step-free, and open to everyone—whether you have been part of a church your whole life or are simply looking for community in RM19.
Wednesdays
18:30 – 20:30
Scripture & Discussion
Midweek Bible Study & Tea
Interactive chapter-by-chapter study, open Q&A, and pastoral encouragement. Held at our Purfleet-on-Thames community meeting room near Centurion Way.
Fridays
19:00 – 21:00
Prayer & Youth
Evening Prayer Meeting & Family Support
Dedicated time of intercessory prayer for our neighbourhood, personal prayer requests, and mentoring conversations for young adults and families.
Sundays
10:30 – 13:00
Sunday Service & Outreach
Sunday Morning Worship & Community Drop-In
Joyful contemporary worship, practical biblical teaching, and our post-service Community Table offering refreshments, food parcel referrals, and advocacy support.
Visiting River Court
Getting here & accessibility.
By Train (c2c Line)
We are a short 6-minute walk from Purfleet Railway Station (c2c services between London Fenchurch Street, Barking, and Grays) along Centurion Way.
Step-Free & Accessible
Our River Court base offers level access for wheelchairs and mobility aids, quiet seating areas, and large-print study materials upon request.
What to Expect
There is no dress code and never any obligation to donate. Come as you are for a warm cup of tea, honest conversation, and neighbourly support.
Get in Touch
We're here to listen and help.
Reach out to request pastoral prayer, enquire about food or hardship support, arrange step-free access, or speak directly with our trustees.
Registered Office & Postal Address
Divine Intervention Ministry Essex
Flat 83 River Court, Centurion Way
Purfleet-on-Thames, Essex
RM19 1ZZ, United Kingdom
Direct Telephone
07445 930627 (+44 7445 930627)
Mon – Sun, 09:00 – 20:00 (Pastoral & Community Line)
Official Ministry Email Addresses
General Office:
info@divineinterventionministry.org.uk
Chair (William Ohene Djan):
william@divineinterventionministry.org.uk
Trustee (Anthony Effah):
anthony@divineinterventionministry.org.uk
Charity Commission Statutory Record
Charity Number: 1216295 (CIO)
CCEW Registered Contact Email: Williamohenedjan@outlook.com
CCEW Registered Contact Email: Williamohenedjan@outlook.com
Send a Message or Support Request
All messages are treated in strict confidence by our pastoral and welfare trustees.
Policies & Compliance
Safeguarding & Privacy Notice.
Divine Intervention Ministry Essex (Registered Charity No. 1216295) is committed to protecting the safety, dignity, and personal data of everyone who engages with our ministry.
1. Safeguarding Children, Young People & Vulnerable Adults
In accordance with Charity Commission for England and Wales guidance, our Board of Trustees maintains a zero-tolerance approach to abuse or neglect. Volunteers working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults undergo appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and safeguarding training.
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact our Safeguarding Trustee Lead, Michael Obeng-Wiafe, or our Chair, William Ohene Djan, immediately on 07445 930627 or via info@divineinterventionministry.org.uk.
2. Non-Discrimination & Equal Opportunities Policy
While Divine Intervention Ministry Essex is rooted in the Christian faith, our community welfare, poverty relief, food assistance, and disability advocacy programmes serve all residents of Purfleet-on-Thames, Thurrock, and Essex unconditionally.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, or socioeconomic status in the provision of our public benefit services, volunteering opportunities, or community support.
3. UK GDPR Data Protection & Privacy Policy
Data Controller: Divine Intervention Ministry Essex, Flat 83 River Court, Centurion Way, Purfleet-on-Thames, Essex, RM19 1ZZ.
We collect only the personal information you voluntarily provide when requesting pastoral care, welfare assistance, or event updates. Your information is never sold or shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by UK law to protect vital interests.
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time by emailing info@divineinterventionministry.org.uk.