Overwhelmed with incoming bills, and wondering how it will continue to support its extended family, Australia’s stressed-out budget today made an appointment for a cup of tea and a chat with the nation’s school chaplaincy program.

“Things are getting pretty tough right now. Some days I wonder where I’m going to get the money to pay for the essentials. So it’s nice to know there’s a $250 million resource on hand to listen to my concerns and tell me about Jesus,” the budget told reporters.

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