Special Appeal for Niassa Diocese

[Source: ALMA Strategy Group - 9 June 2010]

Mark and Helen Van Koevering

Niassa is one of our Link Dioceses in Southern Africa and Bishop Mark serves in the Diocese as a USPG Mission Partner.

As you may know most of the mission agencies are experiencing financial problems. USPG’s deficit puts some of its projects and support in jeopardy, including the support costs for Bishop Mark.

USPG needs to raise £15,000 during 2010 and early 2011 to enable the Bishop to continue the sterling work that he is doing in the Diocese, developing leadership and shaping the future of mission and ministry.

Last year USPG extended its Agreement with Bishop Mark, but current plans are that it will finish in April 2011. Longer term financial arrangements for the continuation of Bishop Mark and Helen’s ministry remain uncertain.

How to contribute

There are already some parishes and individuals in the diocese contributing to USPG’s support cost for the Van Koeverings. If there are others who would like to contribute, please send donations direct to USPG and ensure they are earmarked for the ‘Diocese of London – Mark and Helen Van Koevering’ Appeal.

Donations should be sent to USPG: Anglicans in World Mission, 200 Great Dover Street, London SE1 4YB. Gift aid forms are available( 41 Kb) to maximise donations from individuals, and can be downloaded from this link.