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Call goes out for prayer

byStaff writers
2 July 2015 - Updated on 1 April 2021
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Facing drought: Bishop Michael McCarthy (third from left) visits a drought-ravaged property north of Muttaburra with (from left) property owners Francis, Anne and John Ahern

Facing drought: Bishop Michael McCarthy (third from left) visits a drought-ravaged property north of Muttaburra with (from left) property owners Francis, Anne and John Ahern

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Facing drought: Bishop Michael McCarthy (third from left) visits a drought-ravaged property north of Muttaburra with (from left) property owners Francis, Anne and John Ahern
Facing drought: Bishop Michael McCarthy (third from left) visits a drought-ravaged property north of Muttaburra with (from left) property owners Francis, Anne and John Ahern

By Paul Dobbyn

BISHOP Michael McCarthy has spoken of the bravery of farmers battling drought for years in Rockhampton diocese’s west.

“Farmers watch as their flocks and herds decrease and their resources and livelihoods diminish,” he said.

“These are hard times for our farmers and yet they show incredible resilience.”

Bishop McCarthy called for prayer for the struggling families in the drought-affected areas, also mentioning that people could give practical support by visiting the West as tourists, helping local firms and businesses.

He was in the West to celebrate Confirmations and to listen to farmers’ concerns.

Bishop McCarthy said it was “a privileged time listening to their stories and, with a tear in my eye, hearing what extraordinary means that people are going to, to ensure that our farmers can stay on the land”.

During a visit to Longreach, the bishop spent a few hours at Our Lady’s Catholic Primary School.

“What a wonderful school it is and I marvel at how the school community is supporting our families in the West,” he said.

Bishop McCarthy also congratulated the six young people he had confirmed in Longreach.

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“After Mass on Sunday, June 7, I joined Father Terry Loth who was leading the prayers for the 25th anniversary of the gathering of the Outback Drovers’ Reunion in the grounds of the Stockman’s Hall of Fame,” he said.

Bishop McCarthy said support was flowing in to the West’s struggling farmers in various ways.

“Our Catholic Education family is assisting other families in the rural areas through their incredible support,” he said.

“As well, the parish is assisting many families with groceries and care packages, delivered on the various mail runs.

“Our Centacare office has support workers in the field offering assistance.

“Thank you to all who have been generous in your support for our families.”

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