St Matthew in-the-City’s Blessing of the Animals service returns on Sunday 5 October at 1pm.
This year we are delighted to support the work of The Donkey and Mule Protection Trust NZ, a registered charity providing a crucial safety net for donkeys and mules in need. The trust’s mission is to prevent cruelty, offer essential care and rehabilitation. When a donkey is taken in, it undergoes a comprehensive health check, with all costs covered by the trust’s fundraising.
The rehoming process is meticulous; approved applicants become custodians who handle daily care and costs, while the trust retains legal ownership. This unique arrangement ensures the animal's long-term security, as it can be returned to the trust if circumstances change.
Donkeys with age, health or behavioural issues remain permanently in the trust’s care, supported through a sponsorship programme, where regular donations cover their ongoing costs. The trust relies on dedicated volunteers and generous donors. It acts as a vital lifeline, ensuring these gentle animals receive the protection and care they deserve.
Donkeys Primrose and Peggy-Lou of Pintala Stud and Lolita and Carlotta of Clovercrest Stud will be there!
All animals welcome, please ensure all dogs and larger animals are on a lead, smaller animals protected in a cage.
ST MATTHEW-IN-THE-CITY ANGLICAN CHURCH, corner Wellesley and Hobson Streets, T: 09 379 0625, www.stmatthews.nz
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