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UPDATE: 2021

According to state government restrictions, The Leprosy Mission Shop at 37-39 Ellingworth Parade Box Hill, VIC will remain closed until further notice. You can still shop online at shop.leprosymission.org.au or via phone (FRECALL 1800 LEPROSY) and mail order.

Delivery may take a bit longer due to the impact of COVID-19 on Australian Post service. ts. We hope you are staying safe during this pandemic. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. (In particular our hearts go out to our locked-down Leprosy Mission supporters in Melbourne.)

COVID-19 (coronavirus) is still having a significant impact on the lives of Australians and across the world. It is an increasingly challenging time with the escalating response required to contain its spread.

The Leprosy Mission will continue to operate and accept donations and shopping orders during stage 4 restrictions in line with government restrictions – but some services may be impacted or delayed during this time. 

The Leprosy Mission Australia is doing everything we can to minimise any disruption to you and your support for people affected by leprosy overseas, while ensuring that our staff, volunteers, prayer partners and the Australian community are protected in relation to the spread of COVID-19.

Donations and shopping orders will still be processed, however, some of our services may be impacted. At the same time, we have asked our volunteers, suppliers and shoppers to please not visit the office or onsite shop until further notice. We will review the situation on an ongoing basis and update you accordingly.

Online Shopping and Donations

The Leprosy Mission Shop will continue to operate and accept orders (However, as mentioned above, the shop in Box Hill VIC will be closed while restrictions are in place.

You can still place your order on our online shop or via phone (1800 LEPROSY) and mail order. But please understand their may be some delays in delivery.

All upcoming Gift Catalogues are still on schedule. Contact us for your copy of the latest catalogue today or jump online and shop direct!

Thank you for shopping to stop leprosy!

We may also be subject to supplier delays, stock shortages and Australia Post delivery terms and conditions out of our control, particularly if sending your items overseas. To date, there’s no change with the latest lockdown restrictions but the temporary changes that they have imposed are still in place, including the temporary suspension of the Express Post guarantee. More details can be found here.

The full terms and conditions of shopping with The Leprosy Mission Australia can be found online.

Contact Details for Phone Orders, Donations and Resource Requests

The office can still be contacted by web, email or phone. If you have the direct line number for a particular staff member, you may be able to contact them directly.  Otherwise, please call TOLLFREE across Australia 1800 537 767 or (03) 9890 0577 and our staff will attend to or return your call. Any emails will be answered as normal. Email or via the website is the best way to communicate with us during this time.
NB: For your protection, please do not include bank or credit card details in email – please use our secure website or provide your details over the phone or via mail.

We will also be posting regular updates and helpful resources on our website.

Incoming and Outgoing Mail

We still plan to open mail and process your requests during this period. However, in this environment we may not be able to process them as soon as we would like.

Please note this may also delay any request or response you have for our resources.

If you are a subscriber to our monthly KIT prayer newsletter this will still be delivered to your mailbox or inbox monthly. And is always available online here.

If you are a subscriber to ACTION magazine this will still be delivered to your mailbox or inbox. And is always available online here.

NB: Restrictions apply to groups, in accordance with government gathering restrictions. If you require further resources sent to your group or church members — please email engage@leprosymission.org.au or FREECALL 1800 537 767.

Donations

I know this is a time of uncertainty for us all. The truth is, we had important work planned before any of us knew the extent of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and that work must continue. And people affected by leprosy and disability are often some of the most vulnerable to coronavirus and its effects.

As followers of Jesus Christ, we should follow His example and reach out to people affected by leprosy who are in great need.

As always, we are thankful for your gifts. People affected by leprosy and disability certainly know what it is like to desperately need a cure, receive early detection and proper treatment.  They also know what it is like to experience isolation and stigma, sometimes for years. Some, now more than ever before! Whatever you can give, you are still a vital part of this ministry.

Gifts of $10 or more can be made with a credit card here.

Alternatively, you can transfer to our bank account:

Account Name: The Leprosy Mission Australia
ANZ Bank BSB: 013225
Account No: 297114729
Your reference: [your surname and donor number] WEB

Eg. SMITH 0123456 WEB

After making your transfer, please email hello@leprosymission.org.au with the following information: name, date of deposit, amount deposited, and your reference. So we can provide you with a tax deductible receipt.

(Gifts $2 or more are tax deductible)

Prayer Resources & Opportunities for you

If you are having any feelings of isolation or fear, or experiencing any hardship, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you would like us to pray with/for you please let us know. There are many ways to support people affected by leprosy for you to consider. We are happy to discuss these with you any time.

May we encourage each other to turn to God and His Word for hope and comfort in these challenging times.

A Prayer

Father, it seems to just go on and on. I am weary. I know others are too. There are millions suffering. Help them Lord. Help me. Give me persistence in prayer. Encourage my faith. Build up the faith of Christians around the world. Give hope to those with leprosy during these times. Amen.

If you have any questions or would like to contact us, please email us at hello@leprosymission.org.au

Let’s take hold of the hope we have in Christ Jesus, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7)