Between Nov. 18 and Nov. 26, the Bishop O’Connell High School community participates in what has been called a “Turkey Blitz." This is a two-week fundraiser to support the Thanksgiving efforts of the Gift of Peace home which is run by Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity in Northeast Washington D.C.
Please support this very worthy effort to feed more than 100 families this holiday season, by sending in a donation through your student's theology class before Nov. 26.
This 18-year tradition is spearheaded by our art teacher, Mr. Joe Crivella. He shared with students at an assembly last week his very personal story about his connection with the hardworking missionaries, which included a wonderful encounter with Mother Teresa.
Read more about the Turkey Blitz, and ask your student (or contact Mr. Crivella) to find out more about his connection with this mission.
Make us worthy, Lord, to serve our fellow men through the world who live and die in poverty and hunger. Give them, through our hands, this day their daily bread; and by our understanding love, give peace and joy. - Mother Teresa.