Wayside Chapel

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It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our dear friend, Jurgen Sperber.

Many of you may remember Jurgen as the cover model of our 2016 Wayside coffee table book, with a photo that captured not only his presence, but his quiet strength and character.

Beyond the images, Jurgen was someone who left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

Please join us on Sunday, 14 June at 2pm at Wayside Chapel, Kings Cross, for a memorial to celebrate his life.

Rest peacefully, Jurgen ❤️

As the weather turns colder, small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Recently, Allknd brought people together at PinterestHQ for a special Cause Club event, where volunteers spent the evening creating fleece scarves for Wayside visitors ahead of winter.

In many ways, the evening reflected what we strive for at Wayside every day - people coming together, sharing stories and recognising our common humanity. The handmade scarves are a beautiful expression of that spirit, offering warmth, dignity and a reminder that people care.

Thank you to everyone who took part, and to the Allknd team for delivering these thoughtful gifts to Wayside. Your kindness will help bring comfort and warmth to many people this winter.

Yesterday we were lucky to have our good friends at Pathfinders drop by on day 4 of their annual Pumpkin Run!

The team set off from Tilbuster Station in Armidale on 1 June with over 10 tonnes of pumpkins, travelling to community centres across Newcastle and Sydney. These pumpkins are used to cook and serve warm meals for people doing it tough, including here at the Wayside Chapel.

It’s a powerful initiative supporting communities and spreading a bit of warmth where it’s needed most ❤️