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Outreach Work
Aspire
Community Magazine | Edition 8: 2019
“Aspire
to be more”
F ROM T HE DIR EC TOR
Ann Bliss, Director
Nazareth aspires to create a life-giving experience of
our Catholic faith and tradition that is relevant in our
contemporary world.
The most powerful and relevant ways we do this is through
service to others. Inspired by Jesus of Nazareth, we are
called to reach out to those in need, to share what we are so
privileged to have in abundance, and to show compassion and
OUR F E AT UR ES
kindness to the marginalised, In doing so, we are living by the From The Director ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2
motto of one of our patrons, Saint Oscar Romero and aspiring Aspire to be More.................. ................................................... ............................................................................................... 4
to “Be More”
Harmony be upon Nazareth ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
At Nazareth, we empower children and young people with the Phil Hoffman Travel - Giving Beyond Self.................................................................................................................................... 8
knowledge, skills and capabilities to make the world a better place and
Serving with a Purpose............................................................................................................................................................... 10
they demonstrate, in so many ways, their capacity for love, kindness and
social action through their active support of our Nazareth Outreach Work Doing Good Works.................................................................................................................................................................... 12
(NOW). Staff, graduates, families and members of our broader community
Valued Sponsor(ships!)................................................................................................................................................................ 14
also engage selflessly in this work in a myriad of ways.
Fitness, Formation & Fun....Spun into One!................................................................................................................................. 15
From now, our Aspire Magazine will share stories of this work across our
community. Forming Connections ................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Personally, I’m working closely with a group of young adult staff and Naz Connects.............................................................................................................................................................................. 18
graduates as we prepare to travel to Timor-Leste in July for Nazareth’s
eighth outreach trip to this proud nation. We will continue to work with
the Good Crocodile Foundation supporting it’s community, health and
education projects in the rural and remote communities of the district of
Baucau. We couldn’t achieve what we have done over the last eight years
without the support of our Nazareth community and valued sponsors. The
funds raised and resources donated make this work possible. This work
transforms lives – not just those in the villages we serve but participants Aspire | Edition 8: 2019
Nazareth Catholic Community
return with a changed perspective on life. Community Services, Early Childhood Centre, Published by Nazareth Catholic Community
Primary & Secondary College Editors
I am honoured and proud to be a part of such a community whose PO Box 28, Findon SA 5023 Victoria Richardson
purpose is simply to love one another and whose mission is to be people of Telephone: 8406 5000 victoria.richardson@nazareth.org.au
justice committed to making the world a better place. Cover Image: Gus Richardson from the Early Childhood Centre donates money to Maddison Papantoniou
Caritas Project Compassion. maddi.papantoniou@nazareth.org.au
Aspire to Be More.
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Our theme in 2019 “Aspire to be more”, inspired by The ‘Aspire to be More’ theme encourages
all members of Nazareth Catholic
the profound words of recently canonised St Oscar
Community to be the best they can be.
Romero, encourages our community to take up
Children at the Early Childhood Centre were
the challenge to be more in their daily lives: to invited to think about and describe what
be people of justice and respond as Christ’s that means to them. Looking at the logo to
witness to environmental and social needs. evoke their curious minds and loving hearts,
they represented their thoughts and feelings
The development of the logo for this theme has through artwork.
been part of the exploration of what we stand for
Try your best always - Nikolaus
as a community, and the ways we can live out our Georgia
call to be more for others. It encapsulates in one A hand, it’s all painted and there is a love “Taking turns on the Trampoline” Radhika
mark, the connection between this theme and heart inside - Georgia
our purpose statement “we are called to love one Another hand on top of a big hand - Milla
another”. They are taking care of each other - Georgia
The hands that form the shape of the logo Hearts, makes me feel grumpy when people
represent togetherness, support, guidance, role do sad things to me - Tommy
modelling and the notion of reaching out and putting
asp
People should be caring friends - Georgia
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your hand up for others.
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I want to be a sharing friend, I shared a
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The heart in the centre of the hand depicts that at teapot - Milla
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Nazareth, everything comes from love and our faith. I can see a rainbow in the fingers - Atap
Rainbow watercolours have been very deliberately chosen to fill I want to be a kind friend - Sophie
in the image, as they represent promise, hope, inspiration, harmony You need to make green choices - Milla
and diversity. By recognising we are all different and combining our
Two hands a love heart - Radhika
individuality we create something beautiful. Alannah
Stars are embedded in the wording, to remind us of our aspiration to reach new heights in all that we do and in who we are, as It’s the hand for the five L’s - Callan “Sharing Love”
we set out to ‘be more’ and make our dream for a better world a reality. I like the love heart in the middle hand - Filip
There are actions we can take on all levels in this aspiration to be more – personally, in our families, with our friends and It’s good to make new friends - Callan Kayla
colleagues, locally, nationally and globally. How will you take up this challenge in 2019 and beyond? Sharing or giving a turn - Filip
How can I Aspire to be More?
Try your best always - Nikolaus
The big hand is mummy’s hand and the little
hand is me - Amelia
Through exploring a significant theme that
“I will aspire to be more by exuding “I can aspire to be more by being “Balancing my work and out of school
is relevant to their lives and community, the
leadership qualities in my every day the best person I can possibly be and commitments”
children are broadening their understanding
school life. I will be more for the working hard to achieve my goals”.
Natalie, Year 6 of the world in which they live and
community by showing social justice”. Atap
Ava, Year 6 expressing their thoughts and ideas with Filip
Mia, Year 6 “Displaying the 5 L’s and lending a hand empathy and respect.
Elena
“Represent our school as a school of when needed.”
“In 2019 I will aspire to be more by welcome, connecting faith, family and
Jacob, Year 6 Elena
being a good role model for the education. I will be amiable, confident,
younger and older students. My goal for kind and caring”.
this year is to be more organised and to “Be respectful. Lead with pride. Think
Merin, Year 6 before I speak. Set a good example.
step up to my responsibilities as a school
leader”. Demonstrate kindness. Listen to
“Be remembered as a good person - everyone’s suggestions. Treat others
Kahlia, Year 6 love all, care for all, lend a helping hand the way you want to be treated. Be Nikalaus
when needed, try to stop bullying, never inclusive.” “Trying your best”
“By following in the footsteps of my say no, and encourage others to have a “Sharing or giving a turn”
Matthew
house patron Catherine McAuley”. growth mindset”.
Milla
Zac, Year 6 Laura, Year 6 “Make my work sparkle like my “Sharing a teapot”
personality! Do good deeds for teachers Callan
“Always believe in myself and never “Be a role model to the younger and students. Strive to go above and “Making new friends”
giving up! Tell other students also students and encourage them to try beyond my goals... reach for the stars!
believe in themselves and never give sport”. Go the extra mile and prove to others
up” . that being a bit extra isn’t bad”.
Oscar, Year 6
Christina, Year 6 Michael, Year 6
Let us then pursue what makes for peace
and for mutual upbuilding.
Romans 14:19
H A R MON Y BE UP ON N A Z A R ET H
It is a strength at Nazareth that our children and
young people are learning and developing in the
midst of a truly wonderful and inclusive multi-
cultural environment.
One of the most interesting aspects of Nazareth is our
cultural diversity, with over sixty cultures represented within
our community. At Nazareth, this is celebrated – and this
generates a culture of respect for diversity.
Certainly, at school I see this first hand as I watch the
children interact and learn together. In fact, differences like
skin tone or accent don’t seem to register much; to the child
the other is a friend and a class mate. They are just quicker
to see the person rather than the difference.
It sometimes takes our Harmony Week celebrations - like the
Cultural Picnic and activities on our Flinders Park campus and
our whole community Culture Fest event - to highlight this
diversity within our community.
When cultures are celebrated through dress, dance and food,
this too encourages an inclusive community by building our
awareness, connection and understanding.
What remains a priority, beyond Harmony Week, is an
everyday concern for all within our community. Perhaps we
can take a leaf out of our students’ books – let’s celebrate
our differences, but also look past them and always see the
person within.
Michael Honey, Campus Principal (Primary College)
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.....change a life
PHIL HOF F M A N T R AV EL - GI V ING BE YOND SEL F
Phil Hoffmann Travel’s philosophy of ‘giving beyond self’ and admiration of our Nazareth Outreach Work
has led to a seven year partnership that continues to strengthen.
In September 1990, Phil Hoffmann opened his first Phil 2015 Nazareth also became a client of our Corporate Travel
Hoffmann Travel branch in Glenelg with a staff of just two. department which oversees and arranges all Nazareth staff
Today, Phil Hoffmann Travel is a proudly South Australian travel requirements.
family-run business that employs over 200 South Australians
across its 12 branches including our Corporate Travel These existing relationships have led to the opportunity for
department. Phil Hoffmann Travel to partner with Nazareth through our
highly sought-after Sponsorship program. We receive many
We strongly believe in the philosophy of ‘giving beyond requests for sponsorship from a variety of organisations and
self’ and do this by supporting the local community not choose to actively support those with whom we have existing
only with charitable works but also through sponsorship relationship and share common goals. We greatly admire and
opportunities. Partnering with like-minded organisations like identify with the Nazareth Outreach Program’s motto of “you
the Nazareth Catholic Community is a wonderful opportunity can’t change the world…but you can change a life”. We find it
to see first hand how working together actively changes extremely fulfilling to know that we are contributing to such a
the lives of those less fortunate and make a meaningful worthy cause – one which teaches social responsibility not just
contribution to society. Like the Nazareth Outreach Program by donating money, but by empowering and educating those
which provides the opportunity for students, graduates and in poorer communities that need a helping hand.
staff to be involved in giving back and reaching out, Phil
Hoffmann Travel actively encourages our staff to support, In addition to our sponsorship partnership, Phil Hoffmann
be involved with and give to charity and community-based Travel are also please to extend our Corporate Leisure
organisations. All full-time staff are provided with two paid program to the Nazareth Catholic Community whereby we
leave days annually to undertake volunteer and/or charity donate a percentage of your holiday booking value back
work of their choice in addition to regular company-led to the school. When you or your friends or family are next
fundraising charity days. booking a holiday, contact your nearest Phil Hoffmann Travel
branch in 10 locations across South Australia including
We first became involved with Nazareth Catholic Community Glenelg, Semaphore, Gawler, Barossa Valley, Modbury,
in 2012 when they became a client of our Specialised Groups Norwood, Stirling, Victor Harbor, Hyde Park and Adelaide, and
department - a team that facilitates all travel arrangements please ensure you mention you are a member of the Nazareth
on behalf of Nazareth for the annual outreach programs to Catholic Community. You may also be eligible for a special
Bathurst Island and Timor-Leste. Our team work hard to secure booking bonus such as discounts on travel insurance, luggage,
the most cost-effective travel arrangements to ensure as airport parking and more. Visit www.pht.com.au to find
much money as possible can be saved, so vital funds can be branch locations.
directed toward the efforts of the program on the ground. In
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For me, serving food with a purpose allows for such
authentic and real world learning and unbelievable
outcomes. Connecting with Ronald McDonald House and
providing a Family Dinner Program has been one of the
most memorable experiences of my teaching career. RMH
provides a warm, welcoming and uplifting home away
from home for seriously ill children and their families. To
see young people connect with the task, generate their
own fundraising initiatives, show empathy and genuine
concern for others and execute the menu to exceptional
food and hospitality industry standards was just so heart-
warming. Students executed the multifaceted menu to
perfection. This group activity has allowed the stage 2 food
and hospitality students to develop skills required to mass
produce food in line with legislated food standards whilst,
enhancing their relationships with each other and the
community.
Four students volunteered their time and represented
the class at RMH. These students were able to connect
with the patients and their families sharing stories and
SERV ING W I T H A PUR P OSE conversations about the world outside of the hospital
walls. It was so pleasing to see these students engage in
these conversations, actively listen and represent Nazareth
so beautifully. After the food was served, Colleen Billows
(RMHC Volunteer) took the students on a tour of the house
The benefits of providing teaching and learning opportunities for students that are contemporary, possibly volunteer some more. As the night came towards
the end I was ready to go home after a long day but and the facilities. The students were so engaged and
innovative and relevant means our students gain experience that prepare them for today’s world. Coupled
wanted to stay and meet more people and help”. - William captivated by the stories she told and inspired to continue
with this, as people of justice, we are continuously embedding our mission into the lives of those in our their connections with RMH. After an extremely busy day
Davis
college and community. consisting of mass food production, service and clean up
“Being involved in the Ronald McDonald House Family the students and I were exhausted but inspired. The bus
Recently, our Stage 2 Food and Hospitality students prepared a cheesecake or berry and apple crumble with Chantilly cream. ride back to school was filled with stories about the success
Dinner Program was an amazing experience and was one
dinner for Ronald McDonald House – Family Dinner Program. The dinner was the class’s first group practical activity task and of the event and absolute sense of pride and achievement.
of the best things that I have ever been part of. Going
was worth 10% of their final grade.
there and seeing the families connect with one another
Ronald McDonald House in North Adelaide provides support A special thank you is extended to Jamie Campbell from
in a positive manner really made the night memorable,
and accommodation for families who have seriously ill children The connection to teaching and learning and our Catholic JC Milk Supply’s for generously donating his time and
especially seeing and communicating with the kids and
staying at the Woman’s and Children’s Hospital. The RMHC Identity is explicit at Nazareth, and through this program, our refrigerated vehicle to safely transport the produced food
their families. I loved every minute of it and would love to
community dinner program is run twice a week where groups students were able to respond to the social need presented from Nazareth Flinders Park Campus to RMH, to SNAP
keep supporting them anyway I can”. - Jake Demasi
come to the house and prepare a meal for the families who are to them. Taking their dinner preparation one step further, the Printing for designing and donating the novelty cheque and
staying. (Usually 30-40 people attend). thirteen students called on Mentor Groups to provide items on to the TEF team and Staff and Students for their generous
“To be able to attend the Ronald McDonald Family Dinner
RMHC’s wish list. donations, words of encouragement and support. Together
Program was an amazing experience that I am very glad I
The impact our students meal had on RMHC was far reaching.
got to be a part of. It was very rewarding and allowed me we have made a small difference in this world and I am just
“In addition the Nazareth students presented a cheque for
to give back to the community. Overall, the night for me so proud.
“As the Executive Officer of the House I was so impressed by over $600 to assist the house and filled our board room with
the students’ dedication and commitment to our program. was a great success that lead to a happy environment with
products that could be used by our families” Ms Black said. Sue Mills, Teacher
They interacted positively with staff and families and prepared fantastic people.” - Lillie Tatmihalis
the most amazing dinner we had ever seen. I think they could “I was so impressed by the students I rang the Principal the
go on Master Chef and win!” said Julie Black, Executive Officer next day to congratulate him on the amazing students Nazareth
at Ronald McDonald House Charities South Australia. Catholic Community produces. They really made a difference to
so many people and we were extremely grateful” she said.
“Life is very busy when you have a sick child and the last thing
people think about is cooking for themselves” she said. Whilst all Stage 2 Food and Hospitality students prepared the
meal, a smaller group of students were able to attend on the
The students prepared, cooked and served 40 portions, evening.
incorporating a main course “Burger Station”, complete with
pulled pork and house-made bbq sauce, beef patties, chickpea “When first walking into the main house I was blown away
patties and crumbed parmesan and herb chicken tenders. by how vibrant and happy it seemed. After meeting some of
Burgers were served with a range of fillings and condiments the volunteers I felt accepted, ready and excited to cook for
including homemade caramelised onion and honey mustard the families. The entire night went smoothly and was a great
sauce. For dessert diners were able to choose from orange experience, I learnt so much and it has encouraged me to
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Let us not love with words but with actions and truth.
1 John 3:18
DOING G OOD WOR K S
At Nazareth Catholic Community we aspire for our
children, students, staff and valued members of our
community to be people of justice who respond as
Christ’s witness to environmental and social needs.
While we celebrate and value prayer, rituals and
liturgy, we also place emphasis on acts of service,
outreach, and justice with the intention of being
a living experience of the Church’s mission in the
contemporary world.
As part of this commitment to serve others, over the course of
the first term Nazareth was involved in a range of initiatives and
fundraisers aimed at helping out our local community, as well
as our friends in Timor-Leste.
One of our earliest campaigns was for Caritas’ Project
Compassion. The Early Childhood Centre held a cake sale and
muffin stall to raise money and Project Compassion boxes
were placed in every classroom across the Findon and Flinders
Park campuses
Our secondary students also had a range of successful
fundraisers last term. One such success was the casual clothes
day for the St Vincent De Paul Clothing Drive on the last day of
term. Students wore casual clothes in exchange for a clothing
donation. Overall, students brought in more than 740 kilograms
of clothing! Another successful event was the World’s Greatest
Shave day, where students opted to either shave, colour or wax
their hair. Through this student-led initiative, our community
raised over $2,000 for the Leukemia Foundation.
Crazy Sock Day was also a major highlight of the term.
Students and staff at Flinders Park campus were encouraged to
wear colourful socks in exchange for donations of stationery
and toiletry items. These items were then packaged and
transformed into Pencil Cases of Love through a collaboration
between members of the Primary and Secondary Justice and
Ministry groups. These donated goods were packed into the
shipping container donated by PAE and will be distributed by
Nazareth Outreach Work volunteers in Timor-Leste in July .
It has been a busy term, however it has also been a successful
one in terms of our commitment to outreach and service. We
are ultimately inspired by Jesus Christ and our College Patrons
to reach out to the marginalised and most vulnerable in society.
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NNazareth
W F I T NESS, FOR M AT ION & F UN
VAOutreach
LUED Work
SP ONSOR (SHIP S) ... SPUN IN TO ONE!
In April our Maintenance team and Nazareth Outreach Held in the spirit of health and humanity, Term 1’s Naz-a-Thon
Work participants came together to pack the shipping event enabled all 635 Primary College students to showcase their
container that has been sent to Triloka in Timor-Leste, fitness skills whilst raising money for Nazareth Outreach projects
in readiness for the projects to be carried out in July. in Timor-Leste.
The container was packed to the brim with donated educational A well-blended combination of physical activity, health education and social
supplies, furniture, medical equipment and other essential justice, the Naz-a-Thon event has become an anticipated favourite on the
resources, and is now on the way to Fundação Lafaek Diak (The Primary College Calendar.
Good Crocodile Foundation).
Encouraged by Mr Lukas Antoniadis, Physical Education Coordinator, every
It is largely thanks to our ongoing sponsors Pacific Asia student from R-6 participated on the day in March.
Express (PAE) and Symons Clark Logistics that we are able
to resource valuable projects in Triloka. PAE’s provision of a “This year’s Naz-a-thon provided students with an opportunity to participate
second hand container and offset of sea freight, and Symons in aerobic Zumba dancing and hula-hooping. We were excited to have guest
Clark’s sponsorship of transportation costs directly enabled the performers from CircoBats Community Circus and JAG Fitness, entertain and
dedication of valuable funds directly into identified projects. In navigate us through various tricks and routines,” said Mr Antoniadis.
2019 these projects will include:
There was no doubt that the whole College was spinning with excitement in the
• Construction and installation of a third community lead up to the big day. While practicing their hula tricks and Zumba routines,
playground students were busy collecting monetary donations in the form of personal
sponsorships. Approximately $8,700 was raised on the day - a fantastic effort!
• Supporting the building and maintenance of a local Primary
School, Ossoluga “It is refreshing to see students engage with intense healthy activity, whilst also
learning about social justice and our Community’s work in Timor-Leste” said
• Further computer installations and training providing Primary Campus Principal, Mr Michael Honey.
educational content and appropriate operating systems for
under resourced learning environments. With less than one in five (19%) Australian children meeting the Australian
Physical Activity Guidelines1 of 60 minutes of physical activity, it’s more
• Repairs to the Medical Clinic in Triloka important than ever for students to get involved in physical activities at school.
• Wiring and plumbing for the Medical Laboratory in Triloka “Naz-a-Thon is a healthy and active fundraiser that ensures we send the right
message to our students about getting active, having fun, maintaining a healthy
PAE Managing Director Barry Misiurak says he is proud to lifestyle, and responding to people in need!” Mr Antoniadis said.
support these initiatives.
1
ABS National Health Survey: First results, 2014-15
“This is a worthy cause and we are all very impressed by the
work that your people are doing to improve the lives and
conditions of the Timorese people,“ he said.
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FOR MING CONNEC T IONS
“We value... formation”
The Year 12 Retreat is one of the most significant experiences students undertake
We invite our
in their final year of schooling at Nazareth Catholic College. These retreats are an
important formation opportunity, allowing students to enrich their faith, form strong students to a
connections with one another and remove themselves from their fast-paced world
before they become engrossed in exams and assessments later in the year. deeper relationship
Over three days at either Mylor Adventure Camp or Adelaide Shores, students were given time, space
and specifically designed activities to aid in self-discovery and understanding of one another – a poignant
with God and
creation, through
experience at this point in their lives.
Personal and group reflection opportunities are shared, allowing students to make the most of this time
away from home. Year 12 students Holly Guffogg, Paulina Grigoriou and Anuja Deshpande reflect on their
retreat experience. engaging, life-giving
Describe a significant moment or highlight from the retreat. experiences.
One significant moment from this year’s retreat was receiving the personal letters from our parents. I
believe this was something that everyone enjoyed, and thought was a beautiful way to connect with their
family. Another highlight from retreat was hearing the teachers’ personal stories, and finding out a bit
more about them and their lives. - Holly
A significant moment from retreat would be when we did water activities in teams. It was really fun and
allowed my competitive side to come out especially the fact that our team placed first. The overall vibe and
excitement is something that I will forever remember and cherish. - Paulina
I think one of the most significant parts of the Dominic and Mackillop retreat was the reading of the
letters from parents and the candle passing activity we did on the hill later that night. It was a great end to
the retreat and an emotional night, as it brought people together. - Anuja
In what ways has the Year 12 Retreat changed or impacted your school year so far?
The way in which I value the friends and people around me. It taught me to appreciate the relationships
with peers and not take anything for granted. Another way it has impacted my school year so far is the
way I think and the attitude I have towards work. - Holly
The Year 12 retreat has impacted my school year so far as it made me realise how much people appreciate
me and has made me aware of the amazing support network that is there for me when needed. Through
the year in my tough times I often have gone back and read my affirmation booklet that students and
teachers have filled in and it instantly brings my mood up. - Paulina
I think more than anything, the retreat allowed me to create a deeper relationship with my teachers.
Through the teachers running seminars and sharing their stories, it felt like I can now approach them to
talk about things that don’t necessarily affect my schooling directly. I feel more comfortable with them
and also the students on the retreat as I created a deeper relationship with them. - Anuja
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Food for thought
N A Z- CONNEC T S
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Each year, groups of enthusiastic volunteers, with support from Flinders University Nutrition and
Dietetics students, spend hours preparing and cooking meals for the Naz-Connects program. Once a
term, these volunteers rally for a ‘Community Cook-Up’, churning out several meals that are then frozen
and provided when needed to families experiencing significant challenges.
“Last year we cooked hundreds of meals supporting many families in crisis. This real, practical assistance makes a huge
difference to their overall wellbeing and feeling of connection and inclusion in our community,” says Katrina Braham,
Community Services Officer.
Even people who are unable to attend the scheduled Cook-Ups are able to support by donating ingredients or preparing meals
in their own time to contribute.
“These volunteers are living examples of our call to love one another. Our motto for Naz-Connects is ‘you only have to help
once to make a huge difference’. At the receiving end of this initiative, these meals are a welcome blessing”.
We bid a huge thank you to all the generous contributors who have contributed to the Naz-Connects program and make a
tangible difference to the lives of those in our own community.
Naz-Connects Cook-Ups will continue through 2019. What a difference we could make as a collective if each individual was able
to help once! For more information to to get involved in the program, please contact Katrina Braham via email:
katrina.braham@nazareth.org.au.
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