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St. Thomas University Joins Haiti Relief Efforts

By October 10, 2016STU News

In the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, St. Thomas University has joined with the Archdiocese of Miami and the Diocese of Port-de-Paix, Haiti, in supporting immediate relief, as well as long-term rebuilding efforts, in Miami’s heavily-damaged sister-diocese of Port-de-Paix, Haiti. St. Thomas University is coordinating with Amor en Accion (the 40-year steward of the Archdiocese of Miami/Port-de-Paix sister-diocese relationship) in this response. Individuals wishing to help can donate at the link below. All donations are tax-exempt, and 100% of received funds will go directly to relief efforts in the NW. Donors will receive confirmation of their donation, and will receive updates detailing the efforts as they are underway.

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A mass for the people of Haiti, Cuba and other impacted areas was offered at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9, at the Chapel of Saint Anthony, St. Thomas University. Fr. Jean Joseph, a current STU Student, celebrated the mass. Fr. Joseph’s family is from Jeremie, Haiti.

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