www.cofeguildford.org.uk/refugees
Responding with PEACE
www.cofeguildford.org.uk
“The first group of refugees has arrived in the diocese under the resettlement programme, and some more are expected soon. We have been overwhelmed by your generous offers in response to our call for supplies. We now have a list that more than meets the current needs, so please hold on to your donations for now. We will update you when more help is required.
However, please contact Diane Peters (
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) if you can supply any of the following:
• Housing – social landlords with two- or three-bedroom properties
• Storage space
There is still a great need for financial donations to support refugees in camps across Europe, Lebanon and Jordan. The best way is through existing charities as they already have the people on the ground and have the expertise to use your donations well. See our list of suggested charities at (www.cofeguildford.org.uk/resources/refugee-help/responding-with-peace/).
As winter sets in and the weather gets colder, charities such as Guildford: People to People have been collecting warm clothing and distributing them to the camps. For now they are not asking for any more donations, but this may change, so keep an eye on their website (www.guildfordpeople.org) and ours.
Thank you for your continued time, enthusiasm and compassion to helping all refugees, whether in the camps or arriving in the UK. Please continue to hold them in your prayers.”