From the Religious Education Coordinator

As we come to the end of the school year, we have much to give thanks for and to celebrate. This year has been one of many challenges: fire, floods, storms, pandemic, isolation, uncertainty and the unknown. We also acknowledge the successes: the building of relationships, our learnings from remote learning, more time spent with family and making online connections with friends.

In the midst of all our challenges and successes has been God.

The past 18 months have also provided opportunities to appreciate family, friends and relationships. In the latest Marist Mission Centre newsletter, Father Paul Sullivan sm says ‘I believe that our desire to care for those we love will ultimately shape who we are and what we do. The story of a baby born in a stable in Bethlehem is the gift of God’s care and compassion for us and our world. Jesus identifies with us by accepting our humanity and vulnerability. We are sharers in his life and mission.’

May you celebrate ‘the gift of each other’ this Christmas.

End of Year Prayer Service

On Thursday, we gathered as a College community to mark the end of the College year. Led by Vivica, Chelsea, Danielle, Emma, Aleyah, Ava, Claudia, Arianna, Eliza and Natasha, we also celebrated the season of Advent – a season of hope. We gathered together in faith even though we were distanced throughout the College. The Prayer Service was a time for community prayer and personal reflection, where we also acknowledged and thanked the staff members leaving the College.

I share with you the Opening Prayer from the service:

Many blessings

This article on College life meets The Archbishop’s Charter for Catholic Schools – Charter #1, #2