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Join the Minster Million
Published: on 31st May 2007 by Alix Peacock in Press Releases
The Most Revd and Rt Hon Dr John Sentamu, The Archbishop of York was the first person to sign up for the Minster Million today. Through this new scheme to help York Minster, for a donation of just £5 (or more if you wish) you will receive a uniquely numbered certificate. One million of these will be printed, and the members of the million will be identified as having helped to save York Minster by supporting the York Minster Revealed project, which will both restore the glorious East Front of the Minster and reveal its beauty and meaning for generations to come. Dr Sentamu has become the first of the million.
Minster Million Certificates will be available from Tuesday 5th June 2007 from the Chapter House in York Minster. Further information on how to join the Minster Million is available on the York Minster Website at www.yorkminster.org.
First to join the Minster Million; The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu said: “Many people dream of becoming a member of the Millionaire’s club. Well now, here is your chance! It’s an opportunity for all people, from all walks of life, from all faiths and none, to join in and to give a little. Together we can ensure this magnificent Minster is preserved for generations to come. On our own we cannot get it together. But together we can get it.”
The Very Rev’d Keith Jones, Dean of York said: “The Minster Million is a way in which even people who can give only small amounts can be recognised as having helped to support York Minster. Surely every home should have a certificate (or two) on display!”
Photograph: Kippa Matthews
For Further information please see the Minster Million page on this site.