Mission and Wellbeing (AP)

LENT and Ash Wednesday 

Last week we celebrated Ash Wednesday, which marks the beginning of Lent. During this time, we focus on giving and living out our Mercy value of Compassion. Students are encouraged to support Project Compassion throughout this time. 

This Lent, we’re invited to Unite Against Poverty with Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion. This year is especially significant as we celebrate the Jubilee Year - a time of renewal and solidarity.

Project Compassion 2025 shares three stories from around the world:

Toefuata'iga - (Toy-foo-ah-tah-ing-ah) a young student from Samoa who faced severe water shortages at her school. Thanks to Caritas Australia and the generosity of supporters like you, her school now has a 10,000 L water tank improving hygiene and allowing the teachers to prioritise education.

Lam from Vietnam, born with short stature, Lam faced social exclusion and limited employment opportunities – through the I-SHINE program, Lam is now a freelance graphic designer.

Irene from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who faced immense challenges after losing her father to war and raising her children in poverty. With support from Caritas Australia, Irene received vocational training in sewing and farming and can now support her whole family.

Watch our Introduction to Project Compassion film HERE - be inspired by 3 powerful stories of resilience and strength, and learn the impact that your support can have on vulnerable communities around the world. Students can support Project Compassion 2025 through the donation boxes in their homeroom. Thank you for standing with Caritas, as they Unite Against Poverty this Lent. 

2025 Sacramental Program

This year, our parish is celebrating the Sacraments of Confirmation, First Holy Eucharist and Reconciliation.

Confirmation: Tuesday, May 20 (Week 2 of Term 2)

First Holy Communion:  August 23/24 & Sept 13/14 (Term 3)

If you wish for your child to celebrate these initiation sacraments this year, please contact Tom Howard (thomas.howard@lism.catholic.edu.au) or leave a message at the college office.  

The students will undertake a guided program at school beforehand. Regarding the Sacrament of Confirmation, we intend to start mid-March (not too far away).

Requirements: These sacraments complete the Sacraments of initiation after being baptised into the church beforehand. Please contact the parish office (admin@clarencevalleyparish.org.au) or ring 66439017 for more details about these prior requirements.