Maltese Jesuits to Fundraise for Salesian Missions in Haiti...

In light of the tragic events which have put Haiti at the forefront of World media and global initiatives, the Maltese Jesuit Province will be dedicating Wednesday 10th of February to creating awareness and raising funds for the people of Haiti. 

75% of the funds raised will go to the Salesians in Haiti, whose schools have been so badly hit, and who will still be there long after others have gone. Eight of the eleven schools run by the Salesians in Haiti were reduced to ruins, not to mention the tragic loss of life. The remaining 25% will be sent to support Jesuit earthquake-relief aid in the area.

This initiative, with the underlying theme of “I was homeless and you took me in”, is being organised with the full support of the Maltese Salesians, and will take place in the Sports Grounds of St Aloysius College in Birkirkara, from 10.00am till the evening. 

Activities will include Football and Table-tennis Tournaments (application forms available from vellkarl@gmail.com with a deadline of 8th February); audio-visuals & information tent; a Bring-and-buy bookstall where everyone is invited to donate second-hand books while they browse and buy; Art workshops - anyone can join in and produce themed artworks which will be displayed on the day; a large kids' play area; Story-telling tent; Music; Film; Discussions & presentations developing contemporary understanding of suffering; Fair Games; Hair braiding; Drum Circles; Ethnic food, Cakes & tea/coffee/hot chocolate, Soup kitchen and Fruit Stall & Food Kiosk; a Prayer Tent - with hourly short guided prayer sessions and Mass at 5pm. 

This will be a wonderful occasion on a national scale, to bring young and old together in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Haiti. 

Members of the public are invited to send sms donations on 5061 8092 (4.66 euro); 5061 8912 (6.99 euro); or 5061 9209 (11.65 euro).

This Event is being organized with support from GO, and SoundsGood.