Caritas Australia has thanked communities across the country for supporting its annual Project Compassion campaign, as schools, parishes and supporters took up this year’s call to justice, solidarity and hope.
Inspired by the theme Unite Against Poverty, Project Compassion 2026 drew on a poignant moment from John’s Gospel, when Jesus prays on the night before his death, “that they may all be one” (John 17:23).
It is a prayer for unity, for people to stay together, to work together, and to embody a mission where the dignity and leadership of those on the margins are central.
“Throughout Lent, this call to unity came to life in classrooms, parishes, school halls, cathedrals and churches across Australia, as communities joined in faith-filled reflection and practical action to help create lasting change,” Caritas Australia chief executive Kirsten Sayers said.
Ms Sayers said about 1700 schools and 1200 parishes take part in Project Compassion.
“The scale of individual effort, creativity and passion shown by students, teachers, parishioners, and volunteers is vast, and I wish I could recognise and thank each of you individually,” she said.
“What I can say is that collectively, your efforts contribute to the raising around $10 million annually, making a significant difference to Caritas Australia’s local partners overseas and the communities in need they serve.
“Caritas Australia thanks every person who has prayed, learned, acted, and given this Lent. Together, through unity and faith in action, Australians are helping build a more just world where all people can thrive.”
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Caritas Australia thanks communities for uniting against poverty this Lent (Caritas Australia)
