“A healing touch of God that cures all diseases;
a soothing smile of God that warms all hearts;
God’s own language of love that all hearts
understand.” — M.C. Constitutions
The Missionaries of Charity Sisters were founded by Mother Teresa of Calcutta in 1950 devoting themselves to the service of the poorest of the poor. The congregation has now spread around the world.
Current Year 11 students have the opportunity to visit the Missionaries of Charity in Fitzroy on a Monday afternoon, to help serve meals and be a ‘friend’ to some of the most marginalised in our community.
Below are reflections from a recent visit by some of the 2024 student leaders:
Going to the Missionaries of Charity was amazing. I learnt so much about the volunteers' life stories and some of the people who came to have some food. It really puts things into perspective on how good we have it and how grateful we should be to have access to simple things such as food. Everyone should experience this.
— Kate W (Year 11 Red)
I would encourage anyone who has the chance to do take the opportunity to visit the Missionaries of Charity to do it, to understand in real time what happens with the Sisters, the volunteers and the group of lovely people who enjoy the food. Getting to learn about how the operation works and some background on the all of the community involved was truly eye-opening.
— Joshua O (Year 11 Blue)
My visit to the Missionaries of Charity was incredible. I heard touching life stories from volunteers and met people in need of food. It made me realise how fortunate we are to have access to basic necessities like food and how important it is to be grateful. I believe everyone should have an experience like this. Volunteering with the Missionaries of Charity was eye-opening. I'd encourage anyone to seize the opportunity to witness first-hand the impactful work of the Sisters, volunteers, and the grateful community they serve. Learning about the operations and the caring people involved was truly enlightening.
— Joshua B (Year 11 Blue)
This opportunity was absolutely amazing. Volunteering at the Missionaries of Charity was quite an experience and one that I am very grateful for. We arrived and immediately were welcomed by the Sisters, the other volunteers and the delicious smell of a warm, cooked meal. Serving the less fortunate, I had a great time getting to know the visitors, Sisters and volunteers. Everyone was so friendly and down to earth. I wholeheartedly urge everyone to come forward and be a part of this blessed organisation and community, take this fortunate opportunity.
— Amy W (Year 11 Silver)
