20.09.2016
Clergy Invited to Engage With Homelessness Issues
As the numbers of individuals and families experiencing homelessness keep growing and efforts to address the problem continue, the Church and Society Commission of the Church of Ireland (CASC) is offering an opportunity to engage with the issues surrounding homelessness. CASC has issued an invitation to clergy and church leaders from all denominations to attend an information morning in Griffith College on Monday next, September 26.
The seminar will feature contributions from leading professionals including Peter McVerry of the Peter McVerry Trust, CEO of Tiglin Challenge Phil Thompson and David Carroll, Director of Services and Development with Depaul. The introductory remarks on the day will be made by Archbishop Michael Jackson.
“Homelessness has been a prominent topic in the media in recent months, relating to the deepening crisis of homelessness in Dublin and the record number of people in emergency accommodation. During the morning, we hope to raise awareness about wider issues relating to homelessness, and to signpost resources,” a spokesperson for CASC commented.
There are a few spaces remaining for the seminar which takes place in the Griffith Conference Centre, Griffith College, South Circular Road, Dublin 8. Attendance is free and there will be free parking available for attendees. The day starts with registration and tea and coffee at 9.30am with opening remarks at 10am. The event concludes with light lunch at 1.30pm.
To secure a place, please email seminar@ireland.anglican.org or contact Caoimhe Leppard in Church of Ireland House, Dublin, at 01–4978608.