Bishop Launches Emergency Appeal For South Sudan Link Diocese
The Bishop of Blackburn, The Rt. Revd. Philip North asks for urgent support in addressing a humanitarian crisis that has broken out in our link diocese of Liwolo in South Sudan:
Dear Friends
Late on Tuesday evening, parts of the diocese were attacked by Ugandan troops in the most serious of a number of border incursions.
As a result of this attack and the continuing presence of Ugandan troops, 10,000 people have been internally displaced. With no effective government response, they have taken refuge in the compound of Liwolo Cathedral
We have been working with Christian Aid to co-ordinate a response with their partners, the South Sudanese Development and Relief Agency (SSUDRA: Humanitarian Aid in South Sudan).
Already, aid supplies are starting to flow because of an emergency grant from this Diocese. But a great deal more is required.
I write in the hope that you might be able to make an immediate donation to the fund.
All moneys given will be used at once to alleviate suffering in the Cathedral compound where people have access to water but not to food, blankets, tents or medical supplies.
Please show your support by making a donation
Donations can be made online via the Blackburn Diocese Harvest Appeal.
This is a very urgent situation and Bishop Joseph has sent a series of heartfelt appeals to friends and partners. If you felt able to give, I would be very grateful.
If you are not in the position to give, please do pray for Bishop Joseph and his people.
Yours,
The Rt. Revd. Philip North
Bishop of Blackburn
Further Reading
You can learn more about the situation on the Anglican News website.
See Bishop Joseph’s appeal on the Diocese of Kajo Keji Facebook page.
