Matthew Wright
Journalist and Presenter
Having seen what Patrick and his team at
XLP have done for so many young people in London I
was thrilled to hear his next project, Kintsugi Hope,
will see him work with other age groups, adults,
older people like me, who might be struggling with
anything from anxiety to depression, to repair and
rebuild in order to face the many challenges life
throws at us.
Nicky and Pippa Gumbel
Holy Trinity Brompton
Patrick and Diane Regan are Christian
pioneers with an inspiring vision to bring hope to
those going through tough times. I am delighted to
commend the work they are doing with the Kintsugi
Hope charity.
Les Isaac OBE
CEO, Honorary Ecumenical Canon, Southwark Cathedral
I've known Patrick and Diane for over
20 years they. have always been passionate about
helping and supporting people. They have demonstrated
that though the work of XLP and no doubt they will
continue to demonstrate it through Kintsugi Hope.
Dr Ruth Valerio
Global Advocacy & Influencing Director, Tearfund
All of us are broken and have fault
lines running through us – some of them are just
more visible than others. Broken relationships with
our inner selves and within our wider society are
integrally linked: as Pope Benedict XVI said, ‘the
external deserts in the world are growing because the
internal deserts have become so vast'. The ministry
of Kintsugi Hope brings both inner and social
transformation together – as have Diane and Patrick
through their own life and work –, and I'm excited to
see how Kintsugi Hope will develop and what changes
it will inspire in our world.
Nina Hossain
Broadcaster & Journalist, ITN
There has never been a better time, or
a greater need for hope, and for supporting one
another. Having worked closely with Patrick over
many years, seeing how committed he is to anything
and anyone he sees in need of help, I am excited
about his new charity Kintsugi Hope. I can't wait to
see what impact it will have on those of us who have
faced battles with our emotional and mental
health.
Danielle Strickland
Speaker, Author & Advocate
Patrick and Diane have their finger on
the pulse of what's required in this time – hope!
It's my privilege to recommend Kintsugi Hope as a
community of transformation – Broken and whole. The
beautiful gospel story.
Dr Chi-Chi Obuaya
Consultant Psychiatrist and Director, Mind and Soul Foundation
Kintsugi Hope have put together a
comprehensive,well researched and engaging mental
health programme that will without doubt have a
significant impact in this important and often
misunderstood area
Gavin Calver
Director of Mission, Evangelical Alliance
We are living in a broken society where
many feel hopeless and aren't sure what to do, or
where to turn. That's why I'm delighted that Patrick
& Diane Regan are launching Kintsugi Hope. It's a
vital ministry that's so desperately needed and will
bring healing, restoration and hope to so many. Get
behind this work in whatever way you possibly can,
it's a ministry for our time.
Rob Parsons OBE
Chairman, Care for the Family
Patrick and Diane Regan's track record
speaks for itself. They have devoted their lives to
seeking to transform the lives of some of the most
broken and needy. Kintsugi Hope is their new venture.
In a culture that often hides its scars it is
encouraging to see a charity forming that is willing
to address sensitive issues that need to be talked
about in a way that is accessible. Bad things happen
to good people and though we might never get to
know all the reasons why, we can journey with people,
share their pain, show compassion and help them
realize they are not alone. I commend it to you.
Pete Greig
International Director 24-7 Prayer,
Vice-President Tearfund, Senior Pastor Emmaus Rd, Guildford
Patrick Regan is one of the most
remarkable and resilient leaders I know. After
years at the sharp end of youth work, transforming
countless lives, it's exciting to see this next
chapter of his story unfolding. I have no doubt
that Patrick will continue to make a profound
difference in countless lives, and I commend
Kintsugi Hope wholeheartedly.
Reverend Will van der Hart
Pastoral Chaplain HTB London & Director of Mind and Soul
The Mind and Soul Foundation are
delighted to celebrate the launch of Kintsugi Hope.
It is a charity that connects deeply with people in
their seasons of struggle. It encourages and does
not condemn, and it offers hope when all hope seems
to have gone. In a modern church where we have
struggled to engage with lament in a meaningful
way, Kintsugi Hope is providing an essential space
to share story, offer compassion, engage
theologically and wait patiently for the Lord.
We thoroughly recommend it to you.
Dr Tara Cutland Green
Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CPsychol
I love what Kintsugi Hope is offering to
an increasingly disconnected society. Kintsugi
Hope's heart to enliven courage, hope and a spirit
of coming alongside – with the important ingredients
of authenticity and understanding – embodies
Emmanuel, God with us. Kintsugi Hope is uniquely
positioned to influence society at multiple levels,
reaching those in need and equipping others to play
their part in helping to bring support, healing and
growth to struggling individuals and communities.
Reverend Malcolm Duncan F.R.S.A
Lead Pastor, Gold Hill Baptist Church
Patrick and Diane Regan have navigated
the straits of suffering with grit, honesty and
grace. They have faced profound challenges and
uncertainties, and in many ways still do, with a
beautiful combination of faith, vulnerability and
hope. Their journey has helped others in beautiful
ways. They carry these threads of gold into this new
venture. As they launch Kintsugi Hope I believe that
the layers of genuine faith they have had to dig
into will be mined for others too. Life is never
straightforward, but it is often beautiful.
Patrick and Diane help us see that in the most
breath-taking ways.
Rt Hon. Sir Simon Hughes
former MP and Justice Minister
Look up the meaning of the Japanese word
‘Kintsugi', and you find ‘golden joinery',
‘golden repair', ‘the art of precious scars' or
‘recognizing beauty in broken things'. Patrick and
Diane Regan are now putting their huge and varied
life experience in many different communities and
with many different people into a new venture. They
feel called inside and outside the church to
show people how repairing broken lives, broken bodies
and broken minds does not require people to hide
that something was broken. In these days of
increasing stress and pressure and expectation,
particularly on the young, the new charity Kintsugi
Hope is being launched to reach as many people as
possible. Kintsugi Hope has been launched to teach
people that putting broken human pieces together
can create beautiful futures and put an end to
damaged pasts.
Charles Whitehead KSG, Leader in Catholic Charismatic Renewal
CEO, Honorary Ecumenical Canon, Southwark Cathedral
I recently learned from Patrick Regan about the background
to Kintsugi Hope, and it's aims and vision for growth and the way ahead.
This work of service is so much needed at every level of today's
society, bringing help, healing and hope to all of us in our times
of difficulties and need. I will be delighted to commend the work
of this charity to all my contacts in the Church.