‘A Commencement Service of Prayer and Blessing for 2012?
Stonnington Region Uniting Churches invite you to ‘A Commencement Service of Prayer and Blessing for 2012‘.
– For the life of the Congregations and Uniting Care Agencies in the Stonnington Region. A time of thanksgiving, affirmation, blessing and covenant –
Speaker: Rev David Pargeter, Executive Director of the Commission for Mission, UCA Synod of Victoria and Tasmania
When: Sunday 19 February 2012, start 5pm
Where: Toorak Uniting Church, 603 Toorak Rd, Toorak
Refreshments will follow the service.
Participate in VAADA Consultations on Victorian Government Alcohol and Drug Strategy
Please find below information from the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) about their upcoming consultation process for the Whole of Victorian Government Alcohol and Drug Strategy.
VAADA is keen to hear a range of views from across the Victorian community, especially from the community sector (not just those directly involved in delivery alcohol and other drug services).
Engage in these consultations and forward to all of your members/networks
“Dear Friends, The Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) is asking all Victorians to provide feedback and ideas on how the harms associated with alcohol and drugs can be reduced. We urgently need your help to disseminate information on this extended opportunity for consultation on the Whole of Government review of Victoria’s Alcohol and Drug Strategy widely through all your networks. We attach by way of further information an information letter and project flyer. Means of participation are outlined below:
Add your comments and ideas to the discussion forum at http://your-say.net.au/ Alternatively email us on info@your-say.net.au with your comments, ideas or personal stories Participate in one of a series of focus groups being undertaken in metropolitan Melbourne in February. Exact times and locations are yet to be determined, however if you, or any of your clients wish to participate, please and preferably send an email to info@your-say.net.au or call 9412 5600 to register your interest.
There is only a small window of opportunity to contribute, with the consultation taking place between 23 January and 19 February 2012.”
Benefits of Funeral Insurance
Death is a harsh fact of life. While we cannot evade the death but we can surely prepare for it by investing in Funeral Insurance. It is a policy that offers a quick payment on the death of an insured person. Usually, funeral costs involve casket cost, funeral director’s service fees, disbursements and cremation fees. Though your loved ones will always want the best for you, funeral insurance can go a long way in helping them cover the cost of your cremation. With the help of this insurance, you can save your family from digging into their own pockets for your funeral. This insurance helps your family after your death to meet expenses related with funeral. Funeral insurance can also be used after your death to meet any outstanding bills, phone bills, car loans, mortgage repayments. Premiums on funeral insurance policies are paid on the basis of the current funeral costs. You can be sure that when your final time comes, your family will not be required to pay for anything. Thus, you can stay assured that your loved ones will be financially secure after your death. With all the expenses covered by this insurance, your family can arrange a funeral with all love and respect you deserve.
Making sure that your family does not suffer from a financial crisis after your death is certainly a good idea, but you have to be very careful before investing in any funeral insurance product. Have a look at below check-list before you buy a funeral policy:
Check-list:
- Have a detailed research on various funeral insurance products to avoid being ripped off overcharged. It is better to have a clear idea of what type of funeral services you would want. The more clear you are about your needs and budget, the less likely you are to be overcharged by the insurance company.
- Do not hesitate in asking for a full breakdown of costs. Make it a point to ask for receipts before you pay the last payment. This will ensure that your family does not pay up doubly after your death for your funeral.
For more information on funeral insurance, visit Funeral Insurance and compare the quotes from various companies for yourself.
UnitingCare Wodonga Christmas Appeal & latest newsletter
UnitingCare Wondonga’s Christmas Appeal is in full swing. Find out about it in the agency’s latest newsletter and on their website.
The 2011 Christmas Gift Appeal was launched on 21 November outside Target at Wodonga Centro. The project has been a joint undertaking of UnitingCare Wodonga and St Stephen’s congregation since 1999.
In this edition you can also find more information on the Cuppa & Chat program, the Gardening Group, the Monday Cooking Group and the Christmas Day Lunch.
Read more about these news items in the latest newsletter edition.
