Melbourne Marists & Exodus Community to Launch New Young Adult Volunteer Community

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Five Melbourne Marist Association members are launching a community project for young adults centered around the Exodus Community in Heidelberg West.

Br Harry Prout, Liz Wake, Joe McCarthy, Zack Pizzingrilli, and Br Tony Clark are leading the initiative, which provides volunteer opportunities for past students who have worked with Exodus

Over 25 young people attended the first gathering on Sunday night, sharing a meal and discussing the community's direction. Peter Woodhouse, the newly appointed Marist Youth Ministry Regional Coordinator, attended to hear from participants.

The program will connect Melbourne Association members with young adults as mentors while they volunteer with Exodus Community programs. The project seeks to foster a supportive community where young adults can grow together while volunteering, studying, and working. It is designed for those passionate about justice and long to make a meaningful difference - not alone, but in connection with others who share the same commitment.

About Exodus Community

The Olympic Village Exodus Community operates as a grassroots Marist ministry in West Heidelberg, Melbourne, supporting residents in an area of significant disadvantage.

Exodus works with people experiencing isolation, poverty, and powerlessness, including families dealing with violence, childhood trauma, and homelessness.

Programs include weekly Drop In meals, bread deliveries, a youth group for children under 12, community outings, home visits, service opportunities for secondary students, and advocacy support.

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