The Bishops of Canada have reserved the Season of Lent for a collection to assist the Global South. Normally this collection is held on the Fifth Sunday of Lent. There are two options for this assistance to the Global South.
Development and Peace – Founded and mandated in 1967 by the Bishops of Canada, and now a member of the Caritas International network of Catholic agencies, the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace financially supports development and aid projects in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and the Caribbean as well as informs Canadian Catholic on international social justice questions. Other Lenten Charities – The Bishop uses the funds generated through this collection at Lent to support needs in the Global South as well as urgent needs internationally and nationally. * All cheques made payable to St. Mary’s Church*