The Walk-A-Fund Route map is displayed below. All age categories share the same route.For more information, contact Anselm (012-3206273)
Monday, June 22, 2009
Walk-A-Fund Route (Update 2)
NEW UPDATE: The map has been updated with the location of "Marshals."
The Walk-A-Fund Route map is displayed below. All age categories share the same route.For more information, contact Anselm (012-3206273)
The Walk-A-Fund Route map is displayed below. All age categories share the same route.For more information, contact Anselm (012-3206273)
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Walk-A-Fund FAQs
What is the objective of the "Walk-A-Fund"?
As Fr. Simon Yong mentioned in his Pastoral Letter, Church of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2011 with the Theme "AS CHURCH IN FAITHFULNESS TO CHRIST "
As part of our preparations for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the Fund Raising Committee of the 50th Anniversary Organising Core Team, is organising a Walkaton with a theme - “Walk-A-Fund" which was launched in Church during the masses on 23rd/24th May, 2009.
How is the SFX Sports Ministry Involved?
The Sports Ministry is currently executing and managing this event
What time does the event start?
The event is set at 4th July 2009 and begins at 8.00am (flagoff). All participants are asked to arrive starting 630am
As participants, who and where are we suppose to report to before the flag off?
At a number collection table which will be setup on the church grounds.
Who is eligible to participate?
Open to all members of BEC and PG and Parishioners of SFX inclusive of children attending SFX Sunday School.
Do you have specific categories according to age?
Category A - 8 years to 20 years
Category B - 21 years to 30 years
Category C - 31 years to 50 years
Category D - 51 years and above.
How do I sign up?
Walkaton Cards have been distributed to all BECs and PGs on Sunday 24th May 2009. Each BEC and PG was given 20 cards each and the cards are numbered.
All BEC and PG Chief Coordinators are to be responsible for the cards distributed and the funds collected by the participating members for the sponsorships and parents of the Sunday School children are expected to monitor the collection of funds for the sponsorships of their children who are participating in the walkaton.
Can I turn up on the event day and sign up? Is there a minimum amount of money to donate?
This is possible. Please come early and report to the event desk.
What time will the event approximately end?
By 12pm.
Are there any events after the walk-a-fund event?
If you are referring to the same day, there are no other events. But if yo are referring to other dates, Golf and Motor Treasure hunt will take place accordingly. View details in the other blog post.
If there is an emergency during the walk, is there a mobile phone number we can call for help?
There will be St. Johns Ambulance for aid and the Marshals along the route.
Do I have to bring our own refreshments e.g. water?
Yes, please do bring your own refreshments.
I'm a first time walkathon participant, what do you recommend I bring along?
Wear comfortable walking/jogging shoes and your own water. You may also want to bring along sunblock.
As Fr. Simon Yong mentioned in his Pastoral Letter, Church of St. Francis Xavier (SFX) will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2011 with the Theme "AS CHURCH IN FAITHFULNESS TO CHRIST "
As part of our preparations for the 50th Anniversary Celebrations, the Fund Raising Committee of the 50th Anniversary Organising Core Team, is organising a Walkaton with a theme - “Walk-A-Fund" which was launched in Church during the masses on 23rd/24th May, 2009.
How is the SFX Sports Ministry Involved?
The Sports Ministry is currently executing and managing this event
What time does the event start?
The event is set at 4th July 2009 and begins at 8.00am (flagoff). All participants are asked to arrive starting 630am
As participants, who and where are we suppose to report to before the flag off?
At a number collection table which will be setup on the church grounds.
Who is eligible to participate?
Open to all members of BEC and PG and Parishioners of SFX inclusive of children attending SFX Sunday School.
Do you have specific categories according to age?
Category A - 8 years to 20 years
Category B - 21 years to 30 years
Category C - 31 years to 50 years
Category D - 51 years and above.
How do I sign up?
Walkaton Cards have been distributed to all BECs and PGs on Sunday 24th May 2009. Each BEC and PG was given 20 cards each and the cards are numbered.
All BEC and PG Chief Coordinators are to be responsible for the cards distributed and the funds collected by the participating members for the sponsorships and parents of the Sunday School children are expected to monitor the collection of funds for the sponsorships of their children who are participating in the walkaton.
Can I turn up on the event day and sign up? Is there a minimum amount of money to donate?
This is possible. Please come early and report to the event desk.
What time will the event approximately end?
By 12pm.
Are there any events after the walk-a-fund event?
If you are referring to the same day, there are no other events. But if yo are referring to other dates, Golf and Motor Treasure hunt will take place accordingly. View details in the other blog post.
If there is an emergency during the walk, is there a mobile phone number we can call for help?
There will be St. Johns Ambulance for aid and the Marshals along the route.
Do I have to bring our own refreshments e.g. water?
Yes, please do bring your own refreshments.
I'm a first time walkathon participant, what do you recommend I bring along?
Wear comfortable walking/jogging shoes and your own water. You may also want to bring along sunblock.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
SFX Walk-A-Fund Updates
The SFX Walk-A-Fund is looking for:
2. Sponsors for Sound system
3. Volunteers as Marshals along the walk-a-fund route
4. Sponsors for prizes to winners of the walk
- Further donations are most welcome. Please contact your nearest BEC, PG and Sunday school coordinators.
- Flag-off for the event (July 4th) is at 8:00am. Please come to church from 6:00am onwards before the flag-off to collect your numbers.
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