We are Called to Serve

Pope Francis not only urges us to care for those in need, but does it with his own two hands, day after day. 

For the last few years, our staff, students, and families have made an effort to reach out to "those who cannot repay us" by packing lunches for the hungry. 

This past week, every child in our school played a role in making 200 lunches. The students in grades 7 and 8 assembled fresh ham and cheese sandwiches. Students in grades 3 through 6 mixed and baked healthy & hearty cookies, filled with whole wheat and oats. Our Kindergarten, Grade 1 and 2 students wrote uplifting messages on paper hearts to tuck into each lunch bag. Families were asked to donate oranges and apples to round out the healthy lunches.

While the deed itself of packing these lunches made an impact on our students, what was even more important for our students were the conversations we had throughout the process. 

Who are these hungry people we are feeding? 

Why might they not have a lunch? 

How can we continue to share our blessings with those who so desperately need it?

Today a parent team delivered the lunches to an organisation in downtown Edmonton. Please pray for those who received these lunches today and for those who continue to be burdened with hunger. 

May we continue to urge our students to seize every opportunity to be the hands of Jesus to those in need.