The generosity of the Hallam Diocese shone recently at the Bethlehem Care and Hospice Trust Dinner Dance at the Royal Victoria Hotel.
The event successfully raised an incredible £12,640 for the charity’s vital work. The event, which saw 133 guests attend, provided a significant boost to the Sheffield-based charity’s mission of providing specialist palliative care to the sick and terminally ill in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The trust runs the only licensed domiciliary palliative care service in the region. The successful evening featured a popular online silent auction, a tombola and a prize draw, all contributing to the remarkable total. A special note of thanks went to the band – The Grand Plan – who generously gave up their fee for the night in support of the charity’s crucial work. The charity’s important work is also being actively championed by children across the diocese. The enthusiasm for the charity has also been embraced by St Marie’s, St Wilfrid’s and St Thomas of Canterbury in Sheffield as they learn more about the real meaning of Christmas. St Theresa’s Catholic Primary School in Sheffield also raised £400 through events including toy sales and toast stalls. To help the children connect with the trust’s mission and the Holy Land, Joe and Philomena McNally, two of the charity’s trustees, recently visited the schools, bringing with them a wide selection of cribs from around the world.
This offered pupils a unique and engaging way to explore and learn about the real story of Christmas. The exhibitions help foster a sense of global Catholic community and compassion among the young people. Mr McNally said: “We are very grateful to everyone – young and old – who help us help those in most need in Bethlehem. “All money raised in these various ways across the diocese goes to such an important cause, assisting those approaching the end of their lives.” The Bethlehem Care and Hospice Trust, which operates out of the Hallam Pastoral Centre, relies entirely on donations to provide its essential, free-of-charge services.
The charity ensures every person, regardless of their background or circumstances, receives compassionate, high-quality care to live out their remaining lifetime with dignity and in comfort. If you would like to know more about the Bethlehem Care and Hospice Trust, please visit bethlehemcareandhospicetrust.org Lee Siggs
