HUNGER SPREADS TO LILONGE

The position in Malawi is becoming desperate in many parts of the country and we recently sent funds for immediate food relief.

Father Patrick at the time of writing is buying in maize and beans in preparation of food distribution. He advised us that in Lilongwe itself as well as in the central region and northern regions effects of hunger are beginning to be felt from the shortage of maize. The southern part of Malawi has been affected for some time. Any of the funds we send go into a fund for people in need and he has advised that he will do his best to reach those most in need.

Since returning from Ireland he has been helping a local sister with funds to feed children in the under 5 clinic she is running in the southern region.

He conveys his thanks to the people of Our Lady Help of Christians and mentions that "Without your support and assistance, people like myself could not do what we do, so credit to you all and may you experience the blessing of the Lord as your reward."

We have sent our Christmas cards to Fr Patrick with our messages of goodwill to provide encouragement and support for the challenges ahead.

OLHC -SCHOOL RAISES $800 FOR MALAWI

Malawi Members Natalie Duncan and Emma Tulloch made a comprehensive joint presentation to Our Lady Help of Christians School about our sister parish St Kizito. Emma would like to facilitate a dialogue between the respective schools to establish pen pals. Teachers at OLHC are keen to establish a link with Teachers at St Kizito, beginning with one class.

The support group was thrilled to learn that $800 had been donated by the school children and parents. The picture shows Natalie and Emma receiving the cheque on behalf of the Malawi Support Group.