Rose of Sharon <br/><br/>

In 1982, members of a prayer group at the Good Shepherd Sisters’ Farm at Regina Mundi were aware of the needs of young single mothers and the lack of services available to them in the York Region.  Therefore, they initiated some fundraising activities and a plan of action.  In 1985, under the sponsorship of Catholic Community Services, a residence was established in Aurora to accommodate up to seven young mothers and their babies.  The name of the residence was ‘Rose of Sharon’ (Rose of Sharon is a flower native to the west of Israel and Asia; it is a symbol of love and care for life.  It is also the national flower of Korea.)  Not long afterwards, a Parent-child Drop-In Centre and a Community Outreach/After Program was also established.<br/><br/>

In the fall of 1994, the Province of Ontario passed new legislation which restricted the authority Rose of Sharon had over the use of the Residences.  However, outreach services continued to operate.<br/><br/>

Every Christmas, Rose of Sharon donates Christmas Baskets to young mothers and their babies.<br/><br/>

The new address of the Rose of Sharon is: 361 Eagle Street, Newmarket, ON L3Y 1K5.
Website: www.therose.ca  Contact: Information@therose.ca  Telephone: 905-853-5514<br/><br/>

If you would like the church to give on your behalf, please contact the parish administration office directly at 905-294-1377.<br/><br/>

Let us give our support and best wishes to all young mothers who love and defend life.