Caritas

Dear Families,

As we commence the Lenten season, we'd like to share some information about Caritas Australia and their important work in 2025.

Caritas Australia is the international aid and development organisation of the Catholic Church in Australia. The name "Caritas" comes from the Latin word meaning "love," reflecting the organisation's commitment to serving others with compassion.

In 2025, Caritas Australia continues its mission to confront poverty and promote justice worldwide through locally led programs. This year, they've launched Project Compassion 2025, their annual Lenten fundraising and awareness appeal, with the theme "Unite Against Poverty.”

Key initiatives of Caritas Australia's Project Compassion 2025:

The Long Walk for Water: Highlights the challenges communities face in accessing clean water.

Give it up for Lent: Encourages families to sacrifice and donate to support Caritas' work.

Supporting Global Communities: To demonstrate the impact of Caritas' support, it shares inspiring stories of individuals overcoming challenges, such as Toefuata'iga from Samoa and Lam from Vietnam.

Together, we can put our faith into action and demonstrate the true meaning of "love between nations".

Join St Brigid’s loose change appeal and collect your change to change lives. Collection boxes are in classrooms.

On Wednesday, April 9th, SRC will host a Guess the Number of Easter Eggs in the Jar competition.

For a Gold Coin Donation, students are welcome to wear Casual Clothes on Thursday 10th April

Students are encouraged to wear casual clothes with a theme related to Caritas, such as "Unite Against Poverty" or colours associated with Caritas.

All proceeds will go to Caritas Australia to help vulnerable communities.