You will have all seen the distressing pictures being televised of the people displaced by the conflict in Ukraine and the growing humanitarian crisis.
CAFOD is part of one of the largest aid networks in the world, Caritas Internationalis, who along with other humanitarian organisations, are already helping people affected by this conflict. Due to their global reach and local presence, they are there when an emergency hits. Ukrainian and neighbouring Caritas local aid workers and volunteers are part of the communities they work with and so understand people’s immediate needs. They are on the frontline of the response. Schools, hospitals and water systems must be protected from any armed violence so that practical help can be delivered without delay to people across the Ukraine.
To support this work, the Parish will be holding a special collection on the 19th and 20th March, that will be sent onto CAFOD to support the Caritas Internationalis work. Further information can be found via the following link: https://cafod.org.uk/Give/Donate-to-Emergencies/Ukraine-Humanitarian-Appeal
Should you wish to ‘Gift Aid’ you donation please be sure to mark it on the envelope, along with your name and address. If you are unable to make a donation this weekend, or you prefer to donate electronically, please feel free to do so via the Parish Current Account. Could we ask that you identify your donation as specific to the Ukraine Appeal so that we can pass the monies onto the charity. We shall also be passing on a donation from the Parish’s Bonus Ball competition.
Our hope is to raise around £2500- £3000. Please give generously and thank you for your support.
