1/ Season of Creation 1st Sept to 4th Oct www.seasonofcreation.org mobilises churches, faith based organisations & communities worldwide to respond to the ecological crisis. Activities include prayer & worship, community action, education & public engagement.
The theme this year is LIVING WATER. Please see the display about the charity ‘Water Aid’ at carpark end at St Mary’s & at Lancing which has information pamphlets & leaflets to take away on their work in developing countries & ways in which we can support them. Please stop & ensure you sign their petition cards calling especially for clean water at Health Centres to prevent new born deaths.
Today there will be a 2nd collection for Water Aid, please give as generously as you can, or donate online at: www.wateraid.org/uk
2/ Help us Shape our Plans Councils across West Sussex are inviting residents and people who work in the county to have their say on new draft plans to tackle climate change and prepare for its impacts.
The plans cover reducing carbon emissions from areas such as transport, homes and businesses, as well as adapting to risks including heatwaves and flooding. Proposed actions include improving energy efficiency, supporting greener travel and community energy, and increasing sustainable drainage.
The consultation is open until 27th September 2026. Find out more and take part at: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/news/residents-invited-to-help-shape-a-greener-more-resilient-future-for-west-sussex
3/ CAFOD Support for schools. Now the schools are back explore CAFOD’s unique resources for schools, youth leaders, chaplains and young people. There are so many exciting ways to help students and young people learn about global justice, and fundraise to help end poverty. CAFOD – Catholic international development charity http://www.cafod.org.uk
4/ Modern Day Slavery You might think that slavery is a thing of the past. But right now, almost 50 million people are trapped in slavery worldwide. It’s a problem that affects every country on earth – including yours. For more information www.antislavery.org