This week, on the 11^th day in the 11^th month at the 11^th hour, the world paused to remember those who went before us; who fought in two World Wars and numerous World conflicts since - those who made the ultimate sacrifice. As the siren sounded from Wrexham town centre’s fire station at 11am, silence descended across the town, across the region, across the country.

From the oldest to the youngest we remembered. As we did so, the tragedy of the Philippines hangs heavy in our hearts as we watch helplessly through every media channel available to us, as people grapple to fight for their lives in desperate circumstances. The shock and trauma of the recent events imprinted across their faces.

As well as the power nations and the better known relief agencies, donations will be sought from every source possible. Through no fault of its own, a nation is in crisis.

It’s made me really think about those early days when we first went out to Romania. We met crisis and emergency on every corner. We saw so much sadness. I used to carry chewing gum in my pockets for no other reason than to have something to give people – children. The truth is you can’t help everyone, but God gave us a very precious corner of his universe to do something pretty unique.

Preparations are under way for the Care Shoebox Appeal to make its way out to Romania. I can’t wait. The countdown is on. We need your help in whatever way you can; whether it’s volunteering in our checking centre, or getting your school/workplace/church involved in shoebox collections or just making a box. A little from a lot of people goes a long way. The ripple effect has been a huge part of the shoebox appeal’s success and this time will be no different.

We look forward to you taking this journey with us and for a short while at least – we hope to bring the love and joy of the shoebox to a small part of a nation, who for the most part have been forgotten and should still be remembered. In the sentiment of the day: we must never forget.

Dave

To volunteer or book groups to help/visit the checking centre please contact care@teams4u.com or phone Ziz York on 07858 394061

Drop off Dates – 4 to 15 November

There are a number of Drop-off Points (in addition to our checking centre):

• Wrexham Library
• Wrexham Leader Office, King’s Street
• Manna Bookshop, Charles Street
• Teams4U offices, Salvation Army, Garden Road
• Connected Café, Redwither Tower, Wrexham Ind Est.

You can download your leaflet from www.teams4u.com/care

Contact details: E: care@teams4u.com T: 01978 310110 W: www.teams4u.com