{"id":43704,"date":"2026-02-06T12:46:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T01:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/?post_type=article&p=43704"},"modified":"2026-02-09T12:33:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T01:33:38","slug":"chaplains-corner-celebrating-community-inclusion-and-a-harmonious-school-community","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mlc\/article\/chaplains-corner-celebrating-community-inclusion-and-a-harmonious-school-community\/","title":{"rendered":"Chaplain’s Corner: Celebrating Community, Inclusion, and a Harmonious School Community"},"content":{"rendered":"
At the start of this week, our faithful and beloved School mascots, ‘Millie and Jillie’<\/i><\/b>\u00a0once again joined our Junior School community, as co-curricular was introduced to our students.<\/div>\n
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Millie and Jillie<\/i> play a significant role in supporting and embodying our School\u2019s Values and identity. Their presence brings a sense of warmth and welcome, especially during lively events designed for our youngest students. By participating in and energising these occasions, Millie and Jillie <\/i>have helped to establish meaningful traditions and foster lasting memories within our community. As cherished mascots, they are already an integral part of our School, contributing greatly to a positive, inclusive environment where every child feels a sense of belonging.<\/div>\n
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It reminds us that this week is also a special time, as the world comes together to observe Inter-Faith Harmony Week. Throughout this week, people from various religions and beliefs are encouraged to unite, show respect for one another, and engage in meaningful learning from each other’s perspectives. The purpose of this commemoration is to foster peace, deepen understanding, and build genuine friendships among all individuals, regardless of their faith or background.<\/div>\n
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Just as Millie and Jillie\u2019s<\/i>\u00a0presence reminds us, may we continue to build an inclusive school community where everyone feels seen, valued, and blessed!<\/div>\n
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Our Prayer for the Week:<\/div>\n
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Loving Creator,<\/i><\/div>\n
As we commemorate World Harmony Week, we give thanks for the vibrant diversity that enriches our school and our lives.<\/i><\/div>\n
Thank you for every language spoken, every culture celebrated, and every tradition shared in our community.<\/i><\/div>\n
May the things that make each of us unique, become opportunities for learning; our shared values become the bridges that connect us; and our common humanity remind us to stand together through all things.<\/i><\/div>\n
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Bless MLC School with respect, compassion, and unity this week and always,<\/i><\/div>\n
So that we may create an environment where every person is celebrated and valued.<\/i><\/div>\n
May the harmony we nurture here spread beyond our school walls into the wider world. Amen.<\/i><\/div>\n
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– Rev Vinnie Ravetali<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/div>\n
Senior Chaplain<\/div>\n
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