Last year, one of the ways we ‘turned our concern into action’ was to support the work of Sanctuary 21 in Durham. Sanctuary 21 supports those who are vulnerable and homeless around the city, and we were really pleased to be able to visit them at the end of term with a donation that would fund lots of hot meals for people using the service. This term we have decided to collect donations of men's and women's toiletries, warm socks and gloves. Donations can be handed into school at the main office. As always, we are grateful for your help. Many thanks Elodie, Ava, Isabelle, Emily, Tiarna, Huey and Ashton on behalf of St. Joseph's Mini Vinnies.
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- Oct 6, 2023
The Chief Environmental Health Officer for Durham County carried out an inspection of St Joseph’s kitchen assessing the food safety & hygiene practices of the Volunteers who are involved in the preparation & serving of food for Parish events. I’m delighted to report that a Hygiene Rating of 5 has been awarded. This is the highest grading and all involved in catering activities should be very proud. Keep up the good work
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- Oct 6, 2023
Dear Parishioners –
Since the onset of COVID the number of people willing to count the collections each week has dropped from 24 members to 10 and we are trying to recruit more parishioners who would be willing to help with this important task making it less onerous for all concerned. The count is done at St. Joseph’s on either Sunday after 11 a.m. Mass or on Monday morning - the day and time is decided upon by each individual who would then be placed in a group counting at the requested time. At present there are only 2 members in each team and it takes approximately 2 hours – less if there is no second collection. Obviously more hands make lighter and shorter work. The rota is very flexible and if any date does not suit it is possible to swap your turn with another counter on the rota. All newcomers will join existing groups to learn the counting procedures. We really need more volunteers so if you are able to help your priest and Parish please contact Janet Nichols . Many thanks and God Bless.
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