Press Releases05 Sep 05

Statement by Rt Revd Ken Good, Bishop of Derry & Raphoe on hurricane Katrina

'The scenes of total devastation which Hurricane Katrina has left in its wake and the consequent human suffering we witness daily in the media are horrendous. We assure those affected, and the people of New Orleans in particular who we know well because of close links through the Ulster Project, that we are praying for them and that we assure them of our support.

'This diocese has greatly appreciated the friendship and generosity of the people of New Orleans over many years, as they have welcomed and given warm hospitality to cross-community groups of young people who have travelled from Castlederg.

'I commend Canon Walter Quill and the people of Castlederg for the initiative they have taken in setting up channels by which money can be collected and sent quickly where it is needed most urgently.'