Students from St Patrick’s College, Wellington spent their weekend giving back to the community, carrying out a large-scale clean-up at Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.
About 20 members of the college’s Service and Integrity Committee took part in the effort on March 30, working across the cathedral grounds with brooms, dustpans and cleaning equipment.
The initiative reflects the school’s motto, “Sectare Fidem”, with staff saying students are encouraged to live out their values through practical service as well as academic work.
Parish priest Patrick Bridgman thanked the group for their contribution, saying it was meaningful to see young people giving their time to support the wider Wellington community.
The clean-up is part of a broader programme of outreach led by the committee. In recent weeks, students have also volunteered at Te Ō Newtown Kindergarten, assisting with maintenance, and supported the St Peter Claver Fair in Island Bay.
Organisers say they are continuing to seek new opportunities for students to get involved in community service projects across the city.
