Bushfire Catastrophe
What can we do?
There are many practical ways we can help the victims of the fires in Victoria.
On Monday night the Pastoral Council decided to do two things.
First, we will hold a special Mass to show our solidarity with those affected and pray for the dead on Wednesday morning on the 18th February at 10am.
It is hoped that children from St Josephs and St Johns will be able to take part.
Second, the Parish Dinner we were planning for St Joseph's Day will now be a benefit event for the disaster appeal. This Dinner Dance will take place on Friday, 20th March in the Parish Hall. The cost will be $30 per head.
There are a number of ways in which you can make donations to the appeal. You can donate to the
You can also donate blood at the local Red Cross. For appointments phone 13 14 95.
Also you can donate through the
St Vinnies Disaster Appeal.
St Vincent de Paul is active in all the affected areas.
The Archbishop of Brisbane has announced a special Catholic Emergency Relief Appeal to be held over the weekend of February 21 and 22. Money raised will be distributed via church agencies to be used in emergency assistance for those suffering at the present time.
10.02.2009.
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