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New Zealand agencies have written an Open Letter calling on the government to increase the aid vote in this year’s budget. The group of 37 agencies are asking for an urgent increase in Official Development Aid (ODA) spending, to reach 0.5% of the Gross National Income (GNI). Christian World Service welcomed the opportunity to support […]
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Today we received a message from Nada Abu Amaha, National Director of our partner the Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees: Our dear Partners and Friends We greet you in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and want to share with you this short update: In this special time of the year […]
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Thank you to everyone who has supported the people of Ukraine. After two years of this expanded war, the need for solidarity and support in Ukraine and neighbouring countries remains immense. Nearly 3.7 million people are displaced within the country and almost 6.5 million are living outside its borders. The signs of peace are few. […]
Read More...Meri Kirihimete – Merry Christmas Thank you for your generosity and compassion, for standing with people who need water, food and justice this year. May you find love this Christmas and the strength to face new challenges in the year ahead. Tim, Fi, Italy, Nadine, Rob and Gillian In case of an Emergency and […]
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A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria on February 6, 2023. It was followed by thousands of aftershocks that killed more than 56,000 people across both countries and destroyed over 850,000 buildings in Türkiye alone. The last year has been difficult for the many families affected. Your donation has been life-giving. CWS […]
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World Day of Prayer 2024 Women are preparing for this year’s World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 1. All are welcome to join local services throughout the country or use the materials for informed prayer. Local women’s groups in more than 170 countries will use these resources to lead services and Bible studies in […]
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In Sri Lanka, elephant and human deaths have been rising as the competition for natural resources intensifies. With drier conditions and increased water shortages associated with climate change, steps need to be taken now to ensure food for elephants and humans. Small-scale farmers, environmentalists and other concerned people are campaigning for a better future. Elephants […]
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Today (January 14) marks the 100th day of the war on Gaza. The area has been witnessing the continuation of Israeli ground operations, in northern, middle, and southern Gaza. DSPR has been following the situation with grave concern and has been intervening through its field staff and steering emergency committee to relief, when possible and […]
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Christmas Message from the Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees of the Middle East Council of Churches Dear Partner, Supporters and Friends of DSPR Our heart aches to convey this message during what should be a season of joy and togetherness. Amid strife and sorrow, we reach out to you, dear partners supporters and friends, […]
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New Zealand humanitarian organisations unanimously urge political leaders to intensify efforts for peace in Gaza at Christmas time. As parliament adjourns and New Zealand “shuts down” for the holidays, the New Zealand humanitarian community is issuing an urgent plea to our political leaders: do not forget the children of Gaza at Christmas time. “As we […]
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309 Durham Street,
Christchurch
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Christian World Service
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Christchurch 8140
New Zealand
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