Helping our local Ukrainian community
Since the war in Ukraine began, the Parish has taken a number of initiatives to offer support to Ukrainians in Harpenden. In the first phase of their arrival, we offered help with clothing, access to the swimming pool and holiday clubs, Christmas hampers, and welcomed them to coffee mornings and fun activities. We continue to pray for them and for their friends and families in Ukraine. We pray for peace and justice for all.
Most recently, we were pleased to host a special information session for local Ukrainians about finance and taxes. This took place in the Church Hall at St. Nicholas’, as the photo shows.
Our friends in Markyate, at St. John’s Church, organise help for refugees locally and welcome your help. See link here:
Our friends from Flamstead and Markyate churches continue to support refugees. Help is welcome to provide conversation and games at Markyate Baptist Church, Weds 2.30-4.30pm, or by providing clothing. Revd Jo Burke at St Leonards Flamstead is collecting donations of: warm casual clothing, casual coats, new socks and underwear, also bags or suitcases in good condition. These can be taken to Flamstead Church by arrangement, or direct to Markyate Baptist Church on a Weds pm.
