DONATIONS continue to flow into the Church Times Train-A-Priest (TAP) Fund. Many thanks to all the readers who have given.

As Holy Week approaches, what better time could there be to express gratitude to the ministry of our ordained clergy? A donation to TAP ensures that the next generation in training is able to progress towards the ministry without the financial worries that can so easily derail them before they start.

A reminder: every penny given goes directly to ordinands in need.

How to give:

GIVING online is the easiest means of donating to TAP, and saves us time in processing payments. Simply visit www.churchtimes.co.uk/train-a-priest-fund. The instructions there are clear, and there is a link to a secure page for donations. There is also a downloadable leaflet about TAP, to print and distribute in your church.

Otherwise, we accept cheques, postal orders, cash, and charity cheques, which should be sent to: TAP Fund, Church Times, 13a Hellesdon Park Road, Norwich NR6 5DR.

If you would like an acknowledgement, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope. UK taxpayers: please boost your donation by making a Gift Aid declaration. Again, this can be done online, or on the form printed in last week’s Church Times.