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Popular tourist destination Perpignan is the home to Centre Chrétien du Roussillon (CCR) which is a vibrant Protestant church. CCR is a French language church, however, there are many cultures represented. The community comprises families and a strong youth work with teenagers and students. Though France is commonly known as a spiritual desert CCR is successfully running Alpha and youth alpha courses with good results. The church also works with local charities making an impact on the local community. the bless network team members Dave and Amy Roche and their family live locally and work with CCR along with placements of gap year students working in the church.

Alongside the work with CCR, Dave and Amy have planted an international English speaking community called Riverchurch in the region. This is a response to a heartfelt calling from God to minister to local Internationals and express church in a modern European setting where God is often regarded as irrelevant. This plant has a real desire and commitment to pursuing a genuine relationship with Jesus, relevantly reaching out to our world and building an authentic community. Our year2bless gap year students serve both in CCR and in Riverchurch, and are involved in the local community. Over the years Perpignan has become a popular destination for our heart2bless missions, as the place has captured the hearts of those who have come to pray for it.