Practical work at Talitha Koum
In support of the building work, Talitha Koum is clearing and planting the grounds of the new site during October and November, and is looking for volunteers to help.
“Oaks of Righteousness planted by God to display his glory.”
The Message. Isaiah 61:3
TK's CEO, John Cobbold, said “We need to landscape the site and you can help with the work and the costs. There is an opportunity as well for individuals, organisations or churches to donate trees and shrubs, in memory of a loved one or a significant event. If you can’t do physical work, come along, help make the tea and soup for those working.”
“We would like this to be a great occasion which involves everyone, and it is open to all - there is no charge for anything. Please do not forget to register, because only those who have registered will be allowed to take part, we need to know all those coming in order to plan the day and cover it on our insurance policy.”
Gr ound Preparation Month – October 2011
Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 4.30pm. During this month TK will be preparing the planting area, clearing and rotavating. They need volunteers to help get the site ready for planting in mid November.
Planting Weekend
12th/13th Nov 9.00am to 4.30pm. This weekend will be for planting trees, shrubs and seeds, to fully landscape the site prior to building. Volunteers are needed to help with this, working in small groups.
To register for the week, weekend, or both - or for more information - call the Talitha Koum office on 07935 058685 - Wednesday, Thursday or Friday morning, or email at any time to office@talithakoum.org.uk
Practical Details
Will I be provided with tools ?
• NO – Please bring your own spades, rakes, watering cans, gloves and other gardening equipment.
Do I bring my own seeds?
• NO – All seeds and plants will be provided.
Do I have to come for the whole day ?
• NO – The day will be divided into shifts, you need to join one of them.
What time will the shifts be ?
• They will be Shift 1: 9.00am to 11.00am - Shift 2: 11.00am to 1.00pm, Shift 3: 1.30pm to 3.00pm - Shift 4: 3.00pm to 4.30pm.
What happen if it rains?
• The day happens as planned, but there will be shelter in the barn, please bring your own umbrellas, boots, waterproof clothing just in case.
Will there be car parking ?
• YES – please park sensibly and carefully if wet.
Will food and drink be provided ?
• NO – but there will be hot soup available all day.
Do I just go on site and start ?
• NO – Go to the barn, sign in and check the programme.
Will there be any seating ?
• NO – Please bring your own.
Would you like to dedicate a tree or shrub and plant it on the site?
• There will be an opportunity for people, churches and organisations to donate a tree and plant it with a plaque to commemorate who planted it and to whom it is dedicated.
• You do not have to bring anything with you apart from tools as ALL trees, and plaques will be supplied by TK and the tree or shrubs for dedication will be pre-purchased.
• Details of costs and how to go about purchasing your tree or shrub will be published on our website. A tree and plaque will be £50, shrubs will be £30 which covers the cost and helps us pay to landscape the site.
• There will be an opportunity for people to visit the site on the anniversary date of the dedication, by arrangement only, so as not to disturb those in the Therapeutic Community. All we ask is that you notify the TK Team.
Talitha Koum also need people to help build with the building work itself. If you have skills that could be useful, please contact the office.
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