Giving Tuesday!

A request from Bishop John Stevens was sent out last week regarding prayers for the flooded communities of southern BC.

The rains continue to affect the lives and livelihoods of these communities.

On this Giving Tuesday, if you are able, please consider making a donation.  As Anglicans, we endorse the PWRDF for directing donations to relief efforts.  Why?  PWRDF mobilizes quickly, and asks the affected people what they need, rather than deciding what they need.  Charity-wise, they are also responsible with their money.

Here is the link for the PWRDF: https://pwrdf.org/pwrdf-accepting-donations-for-b-c/

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From the PWRDF website:

The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations towards an emergency response in British Columbia. The news of the destructive floods, especially after a particularly devastating fire season in the province, are moving Anglicans to reach out to offer support.

Since the floods began last week, PWRDF’s Humanitarian Relief Coordinator Naba Gurung has been monitoring the situation. Executive Director Will Postma has been in contact with the Primate, Archbishop Linda Nicholls, who herself has reached out to the bishops in the Diocese of New Westminster and Kootenay, and leadership in the Territory of the People.

As with most in-Canada emergencies, the need for funds will grow in the weeks and months ahead as the flood waters recede and people begin the work of rebuilding, restoring and healing. “We know from past experience working in the region that the needs are great long after the urgent crisis is over,” says Gurung. PWRDF will continue conversations with the Dioceses and Territory as to how funds will be best used.  

Please consider a donation to this worthy cause.

Blessings!