A total of 85 enthusiastic students took part in this year’s Greek Orthodox Community of NSW (GOCNSW) Easter school holiday program, held over two fun-filled days during Orthodox Holy Week.
The program, hosted at the GOCNSW’s community premises in Lakemba, aimed to immerse children in the rich traditions of Greek Orthodox Easter through hands-on activities, storytelling, and creative workshops.
Each day, students learned about the significance of the lambada (Easter candle) and the deeply rooted customs surrounding Orthodox Easter.
Children were encouraged to reflect on the spiritual importance of the season, while also embracing the joy and creativity that comes with preparing for the Resurrection.
Young participants rolled up their sleeves to bake their very own koulourakia — traditional Greek Easter biscuits — filling the space with the delicious aroma of butter, vanilla, and festive spirit.
The creative energy continued with a vibrant candle-making session, where students designed their personal lambades using ribbons, bows, strings, and an array of colourful accessories.
The end result was a table full of spectacular, personalised creations that reflected both tradition and individual flair.
The final activity saw the children crafting cheerful Easter wreaths adorned with colourful eggs and cheeky bunny motifs — a perfect way to welcome the season of renewal.
Parents, volunteers and organisers praised the program’s balance of cultural education and hands-on fun.
The GOCNSW thanked all participants, parents and volunteers who contributed to the success of the program and looks forward to welcoming even more children at its next holiday initiative.
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