This academic year, the New Hall School community has also collected 588kg of donations in their Harvest Festival and World Food Day collections for the Chelmsford Foodbank, as one of their chosen local charities.
Bishop Bosco MacDonald said: “National Marriage Week is a time for all of us to think about this special sacrament and how it can change lives. It’s a chance for married couples to strengthen their bond by being kind to each other, talking openly, and sharing experiences.”
The school community developed a nine-point plan based on the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, embracing the challenge of putting faith into action.
This event is an opportunity to explore the Catholic response to pressing issues such as homelessness, welcoming refugees and migrants, supporting those affected by the Cost of Living Crisis, and addressing climate change.
Chair of the Catholic Education Service, Rt Rev Marcus Stock, has invited all Catholic schools in England and Wales to pledge to work together for God’s kingdom of justice, peace and love.
Bishop Alan: "Just as Jesus fixes his loving gaze upon each one of us so we are asked to turn our gaze towards our brothers and sisters who are in need across the world."
The Catholic Fellowship Disability Network supports people with disabilities and their families across Essex and East London of all faiths and none, through events, social activities, networking and an advocacy service.
