Parish Resources

A resource to help parishes celebrate Laudato Si' Week 2024

The Parish booklet includes handy checklists, reflections, prayers, fundraising tips and an introduction to the three featured stories for Project Compassion 2024. 

Introducing the theme and three Project Compassion 2024 stories.  

Caritas Australia supported Shirley to train as an indigenous health worker in the Philippines. 
Approx. 5 mins

Barry has overcome many of life’s challenges. He is now an inspirational father and a leader in his community. Approx. 6 mins

Thandolwayo and her community now have access to clean water. 
Approx 6 mins

A story about the Safe Motherhood Program featuring Salma from Bangladesh. 2 mins

Peter now has access to clean water on tap, preventing the need to walk long distances to unsafe water sources. 2 mins

Sakun has set up kiosk to earn an income and is now involved in village decision-making. 
2 mins

Tawonga and her family now have enough food to eat and she is able to attend school.
2 min video

The story of Rosalie who is a now a business owner, a community leader and a role model for other ex-combatants seeking to readjust to civilian life.

Shaniella was able to overcome the challenges of natural disasters, and gain the skills she needs to create a brighter future for herself.

A story about Jamila, a woman who escaped conflict to find refuge in Cox's Bazar Refugee Camp in Bangladesh. 3 mins

With Caritas Australia’s support, Margret’s school installed water tanks, repaired cyclone damage, implemented COVID-19 prevention measures, and boosted food security. 3:30 mins

Oliva attended Caritas Australia-supported literacy and numeracy classes and also set up a home classroom to teach her neighbours. 2:37 mins

Through Caritas Australia’s support, Arsad and his community improved hygiene, sanitation and funded their own toilets. 3:23 mins

Halima is raising her two children in a Bangladeshi refugee camp, while caring for her mother who has a disability. 3:22 mins

Laxmi's Story, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.

Priscilla's Story, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.

Thu's Story, audio described for blind or vision-impaired readers.