Do you want to be a One Meal Volunteer?
Inspired by our Ursuline charism, and as a living dynamic Parish, we aim to develop an understanding of justice issues and heighten our sensitivity and awareness to the needs of others living within situations of poverty and disadvantage. As a community we then aim to give practical support through actions of solidarity.
In response to the local needs of the Kingsgrove area and the centrality of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, a One Meal service commenced in January 2021. In partnership with Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School and Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, our weekly meal service is an active way of living the Gospel values and allows a visible expression of Serviam in our local community. We are blessed that we have not missed one single service since January 2021. You may follow the service on Instagram @onemealkingsgrove
What will be required?
- A commitment on a Wednesday every 10-12 weeks.
- You will be required at the Clune Centre from 4:10pm – 5:20pm
- You will work as part of a team of 8-10 volunteers. Each team will have a designated team leader. This number will allow the work to be spread out and shared.
- You will be asked to bring a home cooked meal to the dinner service. (Main courses, side dishes, soups, fruit or dessert) Meals need to be nutritious, healthy and include a range of protein and vegetables.
- The team will set up, serve and clean up after the dinner.
- The dinner service will run outside of the Clune Centre at 89 Shaw St Kingsgrove,
- All volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Registration through One Meal and obtain a Working with Children Check number.
- All volunteers will be covered by insurance from One Meal.
This is a worthwhile opportunity to support our College charism of Serviam and give witness to the values of the Gospel. It is a great way to meet new parents and develop relationships with families who support our outreach initiatives. Your daughter may choose to serve with you and each service will provide three hours of Community Service for her to record in her College diary.
If you would like to be added to the One Meal Team for 2024, please contact me at the College on 95023300 or reach out via email on antoinette.nader@syd.catholic.edu.au
