The Missionvale Township

Located on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Missionvale is a township of an estimated 100,000 people. Like much of the African continent, Missionvale has been ravaged by disease, unemployment and malnutrition. The HIV/Aids virus is affecting 70% of its population, including children. Almost 75% of the adult population of Missionvale is unemployed.

Yet, amidst the apparent hopelessness, the amazing story of Sr. Ethel Normoyle and her team of Care workers brings a glimmer of hope and comfort to the inhabitants of this shantytown

Burren Walk attracts large crowds

 
Walker and Egg Hunters turned out in force to  attended the Burren Walk which took place in Fanore on Easter Sunday. Outdoor enthusiasts of all ages  partook in either the 10k walk or the 2k Family Egg Hunt
 Adults and children alike took advantage of a welcome break in the inclement weather to stretch the legs [...]

Playboy night a roaring success

 
ENNIS PLAYERS  very kindly donated  tickets for their performance of THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD to Missionvale Ireland.
A packed auditorium, at AN GLOR music theatre in Ennis, were treated to an impeccable interpretation and performance of this masterpiece by the award-winning ENNIS PLAYERS acting group. 
All proceeds from this event will go to Sr Ethel [...]