A CHARITY in Flintshire has spoken of its determination to bring the community together during the coronavirus outbreak.

The Salvation Army, which is located on Wrexham Street in Mold, took to social media on March 17, to inform the public that despite its building shutting its doors due to the virus, they as a charity organisation are not closed.

Alice Swain, commander officer of The Salvation Army in Mold, said: "We are phoning all church members regularly to talk, share and laugh.

"We are staying in regular contact with volunteers, particularly those at risk and we are looking at new ways to reach out including letters, newspaper deliveries, 'virtual' church and discussion groups.

"We are also offering an on-the-phone befriending service and signposting service for the isolated and lonely, so that they will know that they aren't alone.

"This is just the beginning, as we are extremely passionate about bringing the community closer."

The charity, which has been very active within its community, due to offering a wide range of activities throughout the week, which include a CAMEO craft club, Bible studies, prayer evenings and pause for thought, as well as running a coffee shop, charity shop and Christian bookshop

Mrs Swain also highlighted the serious issue of not only its vulnerable members being affected by its recent closure but also its volunteers, who she states have been left feeling far more isolated.

She added: "We see a large amount of people coming through our doors to either access Foodbank vouchers or other services, which are mostly volunteered led.

"A lot of our volunteers are elderly, so they are deemed to be more at risk of catching the virus.

"Despite it being the only social interaction that most of our volunteers have, we had to make the decision to close the building due to the welfare of everyone.

"As a church, we are praying for our community."

For further information on the external services that are currently being offered by The Salvation Army in Mold, contact 01352 757998.