The Archbishop of Canterbury has visited a centre for refugees in Coventry.
Archbishop Justin Welby met with the staff and clients of Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre and praised their practical work.
He told staff: "It's been an inspiring day seeing how generously Coventry is welcoming Syrian refugees. These are people who are coming from some of the worst suffering anywhere in the world at the moment.
"Coventry has a tradition of doing this - it's a city of peace and reconciliation. Having lived and served here I know Coventry is a city that will welcome them, and will also find they contribute hugely to its future."
Refugees from Syria, Sudan, Eritrea and other parts of the world use the centre as a place to find advice and support about asylum law and housing.
The centre also provides counselling services and English lessons.
Last year alone, the centre helped 3,000 refugees in need.
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