Term 2 Outreach: Ignite Food Store

Term 2 sees our Outreach focus on supporting a local community group. In exploring ways to assist the Ursuline outreach in Sydney, we hope to support the work of Jesuit Social Services—a group that Sr Patty Andrews supports through her ministry at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Plumpton. 

Anchored in the Gospel value of “Love your neighbour as yourself” (Mark 12:31), this initiative encourages students to actively support those facing systemic disadvantage. Jesuit Social Services provide education, mental health support, and opportunities for social inclusion, reflecting Jesus’ call to care for the vulnerable and work for justice. By engaging in this effort, students can tangibly live out their faith and respond to the needs of their community.

For over a decade Jesuit Social Services has been connecting with and offering service to the people of Emerton and wider Mt Druitt. 

From the very basic offering of simple bags of donated food to what is now a mission providing essential support to thousands of people every year. Every day we connect with families and individuals who are struggling. Imagine what it must be like to be out of food and still have 5 days before there’s any money in your account. So many people out here experience this on a regular basis and Ignite Food Store has become the point of hope for so many people.

Due to increased costs of living we are now seeing young families, retired and elderly folks, low income families, people experiencing homelessness, unemployed younger people, people with disabilities, and women and children escaping from domestic violence. All are regular visitors to the Ignite Food Store. They leave with bags full of fresh fruit and vegetables and other essential food items to get them and their loved ones through the fortnight. Your contribution and generosity make such a wonderful impact on the lives of so many and partner with us in building a just society.

On behalf of the Ignite Food Store team and the Emerton and broader Mt Druitt communities a huge thank you!

All Items are to be placed into the back of the College Chapel during WEEK 6 and 7 ONLY- This is a two week campaign. 

WATCH: Ignite Food Store

Items will be collected from the Chapel by Jesuit Social Services in Week 8.

Thank you for your support.

Antoinette Nader
Assistant Leader of Learning: Religious Education
Service & Outreach Coordinator