The Christchurch Diocesan Earthquake Recovery Fund

Tuesday, September 30th, 2014

The Christchurch Diocesan Earthquake Recovery Fund was set up by Bishop Barry Jones to distribute monies donated to him following the earthquake of September 4th, 2010 and the subsequent earthquakes.

The fund exists to help those people affected by the earthquakes. To do this, the Diocese is seeking to help parishes and those within parishes to respond to the needs of their own community and also to the wider community.

Applications are now open to parishes, organisations and interested individuals wishing to make a difference in the lives of those affected by the earthquakes. Continue reading

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