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Our Charitable Works

Serving Christ in Our Neighbours β€” Love in Action

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Love Made Visible

Faith in Action, Service in Love

"Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." β€” Matthew 25:40

At St. Sebastian Catholic Cathedral, we believe that authentic Christian faith is always expressed in loving service to others. Our charitable works are an extension of our worship β€” carried into the streets, hospitals, schools, and homes of our community. Through Caritas and various outreach programmes, we strive to be the hands and heart of Christ to all who are in need.

500+
Families supported annually through food outreach
200+
Students on scholarship assistance
12
Active outreach programmes running
300+
Volunteers serving our community
Our Outreach Programmes

Serving the Vulnerable

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Caritas Food Bank & Feeding Programme
Every Saturday, our Caritas volunteers distribute food parcels to low-income families, widows, orphans, and the elderly in Odo-Egbo and neighbouring communities. No one should go hungry within reach of God's church.
πŸ† 500+ families served monthly
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Educational Scholarship Programme
The Cathedral's scholarship committee awards bursaries and full scholarships to brilliant but economically disadvantaged students from primary through tertiary level. Education is our investment in the future of our community and nation.
πŸŽ“ 200+ students supported
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Healthcare Outreach & Free Medical Camp
In partnership with Catholic doctors and the Catholic Medical Guild, we organise free medical outreach camps providing primary healthcare, medications, and specialist consultations to underserved communities β€” reaching those who cannot afford hospital care.
🩺 Annual outreach serving 1,000+ patients
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Elderly Care & Home Visitation
Our dedicated team of volunteers regularly visits homebound elderly and sick parishioners, offering companionship, prayer, practical assistance, and the Eucharist to those who cannot attend Mass. No parishioner is left behind or forgotten.
❀️ Monthly visits to 80+ homes
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Widows & Orphans Support Ministry
Working in collaboration with the CWO and Christian Mothers' Association, this programme provides regular financial support, food, counselling, and educational assistance to widows and children who have lost parents within our parish and wider community.
πŸ’œ 75+ families in active support
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Emergency Relief Fund
When disaster strikes β€” floods, fires, sudden bereavement, or health emergencies β€” our Emergency Relief Fund provides immediate assistance to affected families. This fund is sustained by regular contributions from the parish community and special appeals.
🚨 Rapid response within 48 hours
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Skills Acquisition & Vocational Training
In partnership with government agencies and Catholic development organisations, we run vocational skills training programmes in tailoring, catering, IT, and crafts β€” empowering unemployed youth and women with marketable skills and entrepreneurial capacity.
πŸ’ͺ Quarterly training cohorts
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Environmental Care & Community Cleanup
As stewards of God's creation, our Laudato Si' Action Team organises regular community cleanup exercises, tree planting, and environmental awareness campaigns in Odo-Egbo. We believe caring for creation is an act of faith and a work of charity.
🌳 Quarterly community cleanups
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Prison Ministry
Our prison chaplaincy team conducts regular visits to the correctional facility, offering Mass, the sacraments, Bible study, counselling, and material support to Catholic inmates and their families β€” upholding the dignity of every person regardless of their circumstances.
✝️ Monthly prison visits
Join the Mission

Volunteer with Us

Our charitable works are only possible because of generous, committed volunteers. If you feel called to serve β€” whether in feeding the hungry, visiting the sick, tutoring children, or organising outreach events β€” we invite you to join our team of volunteers.

All you need is a willing heart and a few hours each month. Training and support are provided. Every act of service, however small, makes a real difference in someone's life and brings you closer to God.

❀️ Become a Volunteer
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Food Distribution Team
Help sort, pack, and distribute food parcels to families in need every Saturday morning.
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Healthcare Support Team
Medical professionals and support staff needed for free medical outreach camps.
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Tutoring & Mentoring
Share your knowledge with scholarship students who need academic support and guidance.
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Home Visitation Ministry
Visit and pray with elderly and homebound parishioners, bringing them comfort and connection.

Support Our Charitable Works

Your donation directly funds our outreach programmes. Every naira given provides food, education, healthcare, and hope to those who need it most. Please give generously.

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