This week Kirra Thompson who is a valued member of the St Monica’s staff and School community shares her image of Jesus and who He is for her.

 ‘This image that I have chosen of Jesus represents to me the openness that Jesus shows to everyone.

Jesus is always willing to listen and support, be a guidance and reassurance to all. Jesus comes with open arms.’

St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal

Winter is just around the corner and our nights are getting colder. Each year, we proudly support the Vinnies Winter Appeal, collecting new donations of warm winter clothes and blankets.

Why do we support this appeal?

The 2016 Census data showed that 116, 000 people are homeless in Australia. Across the area of Canberra/ Goulburn there are 40 000 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness due to poverty.

What can we do?

The Vinnies Winter appeal aims to help people at risk of/or experiencing homelessness by providing emergency relief, outreach and support. Our participation in the appeal will help ensure that families get the financial and emotional support they need to keep themselves and their children safe.

We are hoping to collect the following new items over the next 5 weeks:

• Gloves
• Socks
• Jackets
• Beanies
• Blankets
• Sleeping Bags

All your kind donations go directly to people in need in our community or are sold at our local Vinnies Centres to raise funds for other forms of assistance like respite programs and crisis accommodation.

Thank you for your support!