Category Archives: Christian Aid

15th Annual Sheep’s Head Hike raised over €14k

Posted on January 30, 2024 by mediaccr

Almost 200 people joined the 15th annual Sheep’s Head Hike around the breathtakingly beautiful Sheep’s Head peninsula in West Cork back in September 2023. On 11th November 2023, a cheque for over €14k was presented to Christian Aid Ireland.

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Refugees thank their Cork hosts on anniversary of Ukraine War

Posted on February 21, 2023 by mediaccr

Three refugees from Ukraine have thanked Andrew and Caroline Coleman, parishioners of Bandon Union, who welcomed them into their home, making their remarks days ahead of the first anniversary of the start of the conflict. Lisa Fagan from Christian Aid … Continue reading →

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Response to Ukraine Crisis

Posted on March 4, 2022 by mediaccr

The distressing and tragic reports from Ukraine during the past week have left the world shocked and heartbroken. There have been many calls for support and initiatives to express solidarity. Bishop Paul Colton comments: Over a week on from the … Continue reading →

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Cork’s kindness reaches East Africa: Cork Diocese donates €12,000 to project tackling poverty in Burundi

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Latest News and Photos from the Church of Ireland Diocese of Cork, Cloyne and Ross

Christian Aid Ireland has thanked the people of the United Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross for their support for the fundraising efforts of a Carrigaline clergyman who recently completed a sponsored walk around the county, raising around €12,000 for … Continue reading →