Welfare

“We take seriously the responsibility to care for the tithes and donations received from members.” (The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

There is a great need to provide even the basics of life, such as a bed and a safe place to sleep, for the poorest of our Heavenly Father's children.

 “My prayer is that we will be both the recipient and the instrument of God’s tender mercies this Christmas season.”

Employment provides an opportunity for placement and self-worth.

What a wonderful effort by all involved. We have indeed been of service in our communities and we have demonstrated through our efforts to do as the Savior would have done. We have truly been His hands in this work

We are having more sudden storms, tornadoes and emergencies as the climate changes. We also need to be prepared for a potential pandemic flu. The Region of Waterloo government has an emergency plan for the area, however when preparing, it is important to think of a potential one-third police, fire, emergency and health care staff in the area [themselves] being sick...Be prepared