Religious Groups - Baulkham Hills, NSW, AU
In 1947 Fr Werenfried van Straaten (the bacon Priest) founded Aid to the Church in Need. Today it has 600,000 benefactors in 16 countries. The organisation approves over 8,000 requests for aid annually from Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union and the Third World. It has been granted the status of a Universal Public Association by the Holy See.A Catholic Charity dependent on the Holy See, providing pastoral relief to needy and oppressed churches.Please visit our website www.aidtochurch.org
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Aid to the Church in Need is a Catholic charity that provides pastoral relief to needy and oppressed churches around the world. Founded in 1947 by Fr Werenfried van Straaten, the organization has grown to have 600,000 benefactors in 16 countries and approves over 8,000 requests for aid annually. With its headquarters located in Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, the organization has been granted the status of a Universal Public Association by the Holy See. Aid to the Church in Need's mission is to provide support to churches in Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and the Third World, where religious freedom is often restricted or denied. The organization's efforts are focused on providing material and spiritual aid to these communities, including the construction of churches, schools, and other religious buildings, as well as supporting priests, religious, and lay workers in their ministry. The organization relies on the generosity of its benefactors to continue its important work. Donations can be made through their website, aidtochurch.org, where more information about their mission and activities can also be found. With a revenue of 2.5-5 million and a staff of 5-9 people, Aid to the Church in Need is a small but impactful organization making a big difference in the lives of many.
In 1947, Father Werenfried van Straaten started a charity called Aid to the Church in Need. It helps churches and people in need around the world, especially in Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and poor countries. Today, the charity has 600,000 supporters in 16 countries and helps over 8,000 people every year. The charity is recognized by the Holy See, which is the central government of the Catholic Church. It is a Catholic charity that helps churches and people in need. You can learn more by visiting our website, www.aidtochurch.org.