The Transfiguration of Jesus
His face shone like the sun

Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain where they could be alone.
There in their presence he was transfigured: his face shone like the sun and his clothes became as white as the light.
Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared to them; they were talking with him.
Then Peter spoke to Jesus. ‘Lord,’ he said ‘it is wonderful for us to be here;
if you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.’
He was still speaking when suddenly a bright cloud covered them with shadow,
and from the cloud there came a voice which said, ‘This is my Son, the Beloved; he enjoys my favour. Listen to him.’
When they heard this the disciples fell on their faces, overcome with fear.
But Jesus came up and touched them. ‘Stand up,’ he said ‘do not be afraid.’
And when they raised their eyes they saw no one but only Jesus.
Matthew 17:1-9

During Lent let us be guided by Jesus, listen to Him and be not afraid of loving Him, following Him and being a witness for Him. Remember the words of God “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am pleased; listen to him” (Matt 17:5).

A Great Start to the Term!

We have had an amazing start to the term. During February:

• The College got back into full swing in terms of faith formation with our weekly morning Rosary on Tuesdays, Mass/Adoration on Wednesdays, Mass/Divine Chaplet of Mercy on Thursdays. In addition during Lent we have our weekly lunchtime Youth Group on Wednesdays and Stations of the Cross on Fridays, We are grateful to have the weekly support of our priests, especially Fr Ben and Fr Roberto. We also joined as a College to celebrate our Opening School Mass and Ash Wednesday Liturgy.
• Our Year 7 students enjoyed their 3-day camp, began learning a musical instrument through the SCS Amadeus Music Program and their parents came to MMCC for a welcome evening.
• Our Senior Leaders represented the College at the Patrician Brothers College Fairfield 70th Anniversary Mass, the JJAMM Leadership Camp and the SCS Conference 4 Opening Ceremony.
• Crosio House, led by Miss Phetrasi, the House Coordinator and Emily Bathis, House Captain, held their annual Valentine’s Day fundraising event.
• We gathered together to hear from our outstanding Year 12 2022 students at the High Achievers’ Assembly.
• SCS Conference 4 Sport has begun and so too has Year 12 On-Target.
• We re-opened our parent hub which meets on Mondays from 11am to 12pm.
• On Friday 3 March evening, our students represented MMCC in the CSDA Public Speaking Competition held at St John Paul II Catholic College, Schofields. Our speakers were Stephanie Cappelletti – Year 8, Amy Khuu – Year 8, Monique Cartwright – Year 9, Elenia Saleem – Year 10, Jessica Tran – Year 10. Thank you to their coaches Miss Phetrasi and Miss Summer Rosewell (ex-student).

Congratulations to the commitment to learning our students are displaying. Well done girls!

Extended Leave

Requests for extended leave (usually 10 days or more) should be made through Mrs Varano, Principal’s PA. As attendance is vital for effective learning, travel should be taken during school holidays and so approval for travel is generally not granted.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the College,

Gilda Pussich
Principal

I acknowledge the Cabrogal of the Darug Nation as the original inhabitants of Fairfield City, who are the Traditional Custodians of this Land in which the College stands. I also pay respect to the Elders both past and present and future of the Darug Nation. I acknowledge their rich culture and unique role here in the Fairfield region. Their heritage and traditions are important to us all, and part and parcel of the great history of Australia.