In the midst of the colorful celebrations of the Khmer New Year 2024 (Sangran Khmer), the Saint Paul Institute (SPI) community united on April 1, 2024, together with a parish priest to provide food and rice to 100 elderly and underprivileged individuals, offering support, shared love, and the blessings of the Easter season. With smiles, SPI extended a loving, friendly embrace to their fellow brothers and sisters.

The inspirational speech delivered by Dr. Phon Sophal, Director of Saint Paul Institute, to all staff members, students, and participants was consistent with an all-encompassing approach to education. He added that SPI’s focus on the value of loving and compassionately helping others is indicative of a profound awareness of how intertwined all people are. It is not only about gaining knowledge for oneself; it is also about applying that knowledge to improve society. 

Saint Paul Institute cultivates responsible and compassionate individuals who make significant contributions to their communities, in addition to educating students for prosperous careers by teaching principles like integrity, love, and compassion. Student service and empathy are vital in the linked world of today, where global problems need to be solved collaboratively. Additionally, he challenged all students to demonstrate a dedication to building a society that is more compassionate and to serve everyone by empowering them to contribute to the common good.

The staff and students of Saint Paul Institute embodied the virtues of generosity and unity that are at the heart of this festive celebration of Sangkran Khmer through their selfless acts of kindness. In addition to providing energy for the institute’s growth, Saint Paul Institute’s endeavors nurtured the soul, encouraging a sense of community among staff members, students, and neighbors surrounding the campus. It became clear that the true meaning of Sangkran Khmer 2024 at Saint Paul Institute is not just the celebration of the holiday itself but also the links of love and compassion that bind us all together as a single family, as the sounds of laughter and thankfulness filled the atmosphere. Guided by the timeless ideals of empathy and service, the Saint Paul Institute community renewed their commitment to improving the lives of people in need with every plate of food served and every smile exchanged.

Source: SPI