Yvonne sent this message after receiving the previous edition of RYDA eNews: Hi Doug, I have just read the previous news of 2016 and 2015. So much has happened in those two years - the words in my balloon still stand. Thanks be to God!!! What an amazing God we worship and who looks after his sheep! Love and blessings, Yvonne. Yvonne prepared this balloon for the 20 year display and reflection at St. Margaret's in April 2016. (See May 2016 in Previous News above.)

Singularity Sings for RYDA ... Twice

On the first two weekends in June volunteer choir Singularity delighted the people of Mooroolbark and Cowes with a thoroughly enjoyable, playful and wonderfully musical presentation of The Merry Widow by Franz Lehár. These talented and generous singers, their leader, pianist, costume director and various helpers give their time freely so the organisations they sing for can raise money for their chosen charity.

The few photos below illustrate why everyone had so much fun ... and the grand total raised for RYDA at the two events was...

Thank you to everyone who supported this excellent result with your attendance, your afternoon tea contributions and your gifts. A special thank you also to the Cowes family who gave one very large donation included in that sub-total. We understand that each person gives equally from the heart what they can, but anonymous friends, your gift significantly increases the usable dollars at the RYDA end.