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Order of Malta Australia

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Return to service at new ECM premises

15/07/2024 


Sunday the 14th of July saw Order of Malta members and volunteers return to Emmanuel City Mission (ECM) to continue service to guests suffering disadvantage in and around the Brisbane CBD.

This was the first time the service was from ECM’s new facilities in Cordelia St, South Brisbane.

Order member Michael was most impressive as he became a serious barista after a few hours of training. Guests enjoyed his long blacks, flat whites, and frothy cappuccinos. The ever-popular BBQ has been set up as a permanent fixture in the open courtyard, making service to guests far easier and appreciated.

Members and volunteers were also involved in preparing and serving porridge, serving toast and facilitating an urgently needed phone card for a guest in distress. Special thanks to Magistral Deacon Adam for his BBQing skills at short notice.

The Order of Malta congratulates ECM on their perseverance in working towards the new facilities. The benefits to their guests are a major motivator for ECM’s endeavours and plans.

The Australian Association

The Australian Association, formed in 1974, currently has in excess of 300 members and aspirant members across every State and Territory of Australia. We also have ongoing and strong links with the Order’s National Associations throughout the Asia Pacific Region including in Singapore and the Philippines and with members of the Order in New Zealand, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand and Korea. The Order of Malta is committed to serving Our Lords the Poor and Sick worldwide and has done so for over 900 years. This website shares with you the history, mission and current activities of the Order of Malta in Australia, and provides links to the work of the Order world-wide.