You will all be aware of the tremendous suffering of people living on the Somerset Levels. Can you ensure the needs of the people living there are included in Sunday intercessions at your church(es) for this coming Sunday.
A relief fund has been set up by the Royal Bath and West of England Society to support farmers flooded out of the Somerset Levels. Should you wish to hold a special collection or congregation members want to make a donation here are the details.
Somerset Levels Relief Fund
c/o Royal Bath and West of England Society
http://www.bathandwest.com/
01749 822200
Offers of forage and bedding are being coordinated by the local NFU secretary who can be contacted on south.west@nfu.org.uk
FCN have agreed to liaise with them about ensuring that only those in most need are allocated forage from this reserve.
Peter Pike, Archdeacon of Montgomery
Mike Harrison, Engagement Officer
Heather Fenton, Rural Life Officer
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