Category Archives: Christian Aid

Refugees thank their Cork hosts on anniversary of Ukraine War

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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14th Annual Christian Aid Sheep’s Head Hike

For the 14th year in a row, the Annual Christian Aid Sheep’s Head Hike is to take place next Saturday, 3rd September 2022. Andrew Coleman from Christian Aid Ireland writes: Our annual hike the largest hill hiking event on the … Continue reading

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Response to Ukraine Crisis

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

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

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Final diary update – the Rev. Tony Murphy’s 100km walk in aid of the Cork, Cloyne and Ross Maize Project in Burundi exceeds €10,000 target

Walk4 Burundi : Diary Update Week 4 (of 4) 24th May: One aspect of this fundraising campaign has been the envelopes which have dropped through my letterbox with cheques, cash and supporting messages. These became quite a motivational feature as … Continue reading

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