During the Lenten season, money was raised for Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion with the theme for 2019 being ‘Give Lent 100%’. Project Compassion aims to raise money for those living in disadvantaged communities tackling issues surrounding health care, education or nutrition.
A number of College fundraisers were held, including the St Patrick's Day bake sale and casual clothes day. As well as these fundraising events, each homeroom was given a donations box to help contribute to the cause. All up, the total amount raised for Project Compassion was $3164. Thank you to everyone who helped us achieve this!
Bishop Greg O’Kelly, former chairman of Caritas Australia, said this year’s theme was based around hope and giving Lent 100% in the name of hope. “Hope is one of the three pillars of Christian virtue. The other two being faith and charity. It is a powerful force for good and often helps to transform lives. Hope helps us to face life’s challenges and sustains us as we work alongside the most marginalised and vulnerable communities to achieve better lives. Pope Francis has said that: ‘Jesus has given us a light that shines in the darkness; defend it, protect it. This unique light is the greatest richness entrusted to your life.’ This light, is the light of hope. Based on God’s love for all, hope enables us to rise above our fears and helps those in great need to shape a better future for their communities.”
You can find further information about Project Compassion HERE
