Elizabeth Kepniss
(973) 497-4187
kepnisel@rcan.org

For Release: 
March 9, 2000

Archbishop Calls on Community for Aid and Prayers for Victims of Flooding in Mozambique, Africa

Archbishop Theodore E. McCarrick has authorized an emergency voluntary collection to be taken at all Masses in the Newark Archdiocese to assist in relief services in the aftermath of the massive flooding and devastation in Mozambique, Africa.

The Archbishop also urged parishioners to remember the victims of this disaster in the General Intercessions at Mass.

Parish or personal checks can be made payable to Archdiocese of Newark Flood Relief. Anyone interested in making a donation may do so at any Catholic parish, or may send donations to:

Archdiocese of Newark Flood Relief
c/o Office of Finance
P.O. Box 9500
Newark, NJ 07104

 
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