Gareth Lloyd-Jones, from Ridgeway Community Church in Wallingford, aims to raise £3,000 for Christians Against Poverty (CAP), a UK charity that offers free, face-to-face debt advice and budgeting support through partner churches.
The funds raised could help around 16 families in poverty access a debt relief order and become debt-free.
Mr Lloyd-Jones said: “We see people’s financial struggles first-hand and it’s heartbreaking to witness.
“For those who are already struggling to make ends meet, just one unexpected bill can start a cycle of debt that’s incredibly hard to break.
“People trapped in debt are often alone, afraid, and unsure of who to turn to.
“Our churches partner with CAP to help the people in…