For the first time in a generation, global poverty is rising. Covid-19, conflict, and the climate crisis are pushing more of our global neighbours into a struggle for survival.

For Jessica, a loving mum in Zimbabwe drought means every day is a struggle for survival. Like many women, she toils on her farm, but no food can grow on her ashen dry land. She shares her heartbreak:
'My children crave a decent meal, but I can't provide. We often go to bed on an empty stomach. It pains me to send them to bed hungry.'

Christian Aid Week 2022 aims to make a real difference to families just like Jessica's. With support from Christian Aid partners Jessica can learn how to sow drought tolerant crops and how to grow food in dry seasons. She could build a storeroom to preserve food and bounce back from future droughts.

We at St Mary's are raising money to make this possible! Our aim is to beat last year's Christian Aid Week total of £1,575, so please help us to help others. Thank you!

Maybe you would like to sponsor Anne & Geoff in their 'Emery 83 Challenge'? Please click on their Team page.