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In our Church …\u00a0<\/i><\/strong><\/h3>\n
THE FEAST DAY OF THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY- 21 November<\/b><\/h5>\n

The Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary invites us to pause and reflect on Mary\u2019s lifelong openness to God. Tradition tells us that Mary was presented in the Temple as a young child, offered wholly to God\u2019s care and purpose. \"\"<\/a> This moment symbolises her readiness to listen, to trust, and to say \u201cyes\u201d long before the Annunciation. Mary\u2019s life becomes a reminder that holiness is not achieved in a single moment but is shaped over time\u2014through quiet faithfulness, small acts of love, and a heart continually willing to be guided by God. As we honour this feast, we are encouraged to consider how we, too, can offer ourselves to God each day, trusting that even our smallest \u201cyes\u201d has the power to open the way for grace.<\/span><\/p>\n

Together with the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the founders of Domremy College, we give thanks to God for the many blessings we have, and continue to receive, since the establishment of the Congregation by Nano Nagle in Ireland in 1775<\/span><\/p>\n

Like Mary, Nano Nagle responded by saying \u2018yes\u2019 to God\u2019s plan for her. As a woman of faith, hope and virtue, her vision and work transformed the lives of many who live on the margins of life.\u00a0 Her vision has spread throughout the world and is part of our mission here at Domremy College today.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mary said <\/span>\u2018yes\u2019<\/i><\/b> to God\u2019s plan in her time,<\/span> Nano said ‘yes’ to God\u2019s plan and responded to the needs of her time, We too are asked, like Mary and Nano, to be people of faith and action bringing the light of Christ to those in need in our time.<\/span><\/p>\n

The eye and the heart of God was what Nano Nagle became as she responded to the call of God\u2019s Spirit in her life as she did something about the injustices in her world. <\/span>Today we are invited to reflect on<\/b>, <\/span>How am I, as a Domremy Presentation person, the eyes and the heart of God in my world?<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Prayer<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n

Loving God,<\/i><\/p>\n

on this Feast of the Presentation of Mary, we thank You for her example of openness, trust, and courage.<\/i><\/p>\n

May her quiet faith inspire us to bring our lives before You with the same willingness and hope.<\/i><\/p>\n

Teach us to listen for Your voice in the ordinary moments, to say \u201cyes\u201d even when the path is unclear, and to trust that Your grace is at work in and through us.<\/i><\/p>\n

Guide our hearts, shape our choices, and draw us ever closer to You.<\/i><\/p>\n

Mary, our Mother, pray for us.<\/i><\/p>\n

Amen.<\/i><\/p>\n

Venerable Nano Nagle. Pray for us.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

CELEBRAT<\/b>ING PRESENTATION WEEK<\/b>\"\"<\/a><\/h5>\n

Presentation Week invites us to pause and remember the extraordinary vision of the Presentation Sisters, founded by Nano Nagle in 18th\u2011century Ireland.What began as one woman\u2019s courageous response to the needs of the poor and uneducate<\/span>d has blossomed into a global mission of compassion, justice, and education.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Nano Nagle Prayer<\/b><\/h5>\n

Lord God,<\/span><\/p>\n

you raise up people from age to age<\/span><\/p>\n

to speak anew Your Word to us<\/span><\/p>\n

and to show us your ways.<\/span><\/p>\n

Such is Nano Nagle.<\/span><\/p>\n

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ys when courage is needed,<\/span><\/p>\n

you give us this woman of strength<\/span><\/p>\n

to walk before us with conviction.<\/span><\/p>\n

In days of great change you<\/span><\/p>\n

\u200bpresent us with a prophet<\/span><\/p>\n

whose faith is firm.<\/span><\/p>\n

As the light of her lantern brought hope<\/span><\/p>\n

into lives made wretched<\/span><\/p>\n

by poverty and oppression,<\/span><\/p>\n

so may she inspire us<\/span><\/p>\n

to compassionate action<\/span><\/p>\n

\u200bfor those in need around us.<\/span><\/p>\n

Venerable Nano Nagle. Pray for us<\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/i><\/b>In our Co<\/i><\/b>mmunity …<\/i><\/b><\/h3>\n
10:10 Retreat<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n

On the 18th to the 19th of November, we had the privilege of attending the 10:10 retreat held at the Benedict XVI centre. This experience included opportunities to not only bond with fellow year 10 students, but to also strengthen our connection with our faith. <\/span>Mariam<\/b><\/p>\n

This meaningful experience helped us return to school feeling refreshed and encouraged, with one of the highlights being meeting like-minded students from other school<\/span>s in creative and interactive ways. It was inspiring to connect\u00a0with new people who we share similar values with and support one another, feeling part of a wider faith community.<\/span> Alanah<\/b><\/p>\n

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As part of the experience we we<\/span>re able to partake in a series of different talks and activities. We experienced team building opportunities through games such as a faith based escape room and the amazing race. Whilst these games were fun, they were also a chance to grow in friendship with those around us. On the second day we participated in an activity called ways of praying in which we prayed, the rosary, heard a talk from Ivanka and experienced the lectio divina in the bush chapel. This was extremely beautiful because <\/span>we were surrounded by nature and whilst meditating on scripture we could hear all the sounds of God’s creation. Alongside this beautiful activity we attended a \u201cgirls talk\u201d where Ivanka shared her testimony of her journey back into the faith after experiencing several challenging moments in her marriage. This then transitioned into a talk about our inherent worth as daughters of God and the inspiring message that our lives are a gift and that we should treat them as such. During the retreat we also had moments for prayer such as Adoration in the beautiful chapel, reconciliation and Mass.\u00a0 <\/span>Emma<\/b><\/p>\n

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Overall this retreat allowed us to grow in faith and love for God. It taught us important lessons on our\u00a0<\/span>faith and was an opportunity to meet likeminded people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Social Justice at Domremy …<\/b><\/h3>\n
St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal \u2013 Bringing Hope This Christmas<\/strong><\/h5>\n

As we approach the Christmas season, we are reminded of the importance of generosity, compassion, and community. This year, more than ever, the St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies) needs our support to help families who are struggling to make ends meet. <\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>cost-of-living crisis<\/b> has reached a worrying new low. Right\"\"<\/a> now, <\/span>3.3 million people in Australia are living in poverty<\/b>\u2014that\u2019s more than one in e<\/span><\/p>\n

ight. Many are skipping meals so they can afford to feed their children, pay rent, and keep the lights on. Others are searching for a safe place to sleep at night.<\/span><\/p>\n

In recent months, <\/span>thousands of families have reached out to Vinnies for the first time<\/b>, while many others are now relying on short-term relief just to survive day to day. Without urgent support, more people risk being trapped in a long-term cycle of poverty and disadvantage.<\/span><\/p>\n

At this special time of year, we invite our school community to make a difference through the <\/span>Vinnies Christmas Appeal<\/b>. Every contribution\u2014big or small\u2014can help provide families with <\/span>immediate relief<\/b> and the <\/span>lasting support<\/b> they need to rebuild their lives.<\/span><\/p>\n

Families and students can donate by:<\/span><\/p>\n