In Our Community…

In our Community ……

 

ST. THERESE COLLABORATIVE NETWORK – STAGE 3 FAITH RETREAT

On Wednesday, 26th March, Year 10 students, Zara Harutoonian and Renee Yuen had the opportunity to accompany Stage 3 students from St. Therese’s Primary School, Denistone on their Faith Retreat to St. Joseph’s Baulkham Hills. In collaboration with Marist College, Eastwood, our students helped to facilitate the day. Thank you Zara and Renee.

 

YEAR 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

The Year 7 students had a wonderful day at their Year 7 Reflection Day on Friday. A Reflection Day is significantly different from an incursion or excursion. At Marist Sisters’ College, Reflection Days are an integral part of our communities focus on faith formation. They are an integral part of the Religious Education program and allow students throughout their time at Marist Sisters’ to build on, extend and deepen the reflection on their emerging self in relationship to their family, their peers and God.

The purpose of the Reflection Day program is to assist students to recognise the importance of their holistic development, to give them further understanding of “fullness of life”. Activities are designed to open students to their spirit dimension as well as fostering a sense of community and a heightened awareness of their own faith and that of others. 

The Year 7 students participated in a range of activities that focused on the theme of community. The students were asked the question: “what do you see?” This is from the scripture passage John 1: 35-42. Throughout the reflection day, we unpacked what community means to our Year 7 students, with a focus on our Marist Sisters’ Community.

I would like to thank the following teachers for being a wonderful support on the day and for leading their small groups: Ms Jeannie Scevity, Ms Jennifer Dove, Ms Laura Marshall, Ms Leoni Hopkins, Ms Wendy Chapell, Ms Eva Kritikos, Mr Henry Davey, Ms Gabrielle Souter and Ms Aleksandra Bridge. A huge thank you to the Assistant Religious Education Coordinator, Mrs Veronica Del Buono for all her work and support throughout the day.

 

HARMONY WEEK 2025 – CELEBRATING DIVERSITY 

Last week, from Monday 17th March to Friday the 21st March 2025, MSCW proudly participated in Harmony Week, a time to reflect on and celebrate Australia’s rich cultural diversity. This special week aimed to promote inclusivity and understanding, reminding us of the beauty that comes with a range of backgrounds and traditions.

Harmony Day is also known as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD), which takes place in Australia every March 21. It is a day to celebrate all the different cultures that are a part of Australia. While Harmony Week is a time to embrace and celebrate diversity, it is equally important to focus on the urgency of combating racism wherever and whenever it arises. To mark this significant day, our staff and students created a Harmony Hand Mural near the Chapel, designed to represent the individual backgrounds and characteristics of each staff student. Each staff and student contributed a handprint to the mural, showcasing their unique story and identity, and the mural now stands as a beautiful symbol of our school’s commitment to inclusivity and unity.

Throughout the week, students also wore orange ribbons, a simple yet powerful gesture to spread awareness about the importance of Harmony Week and the ongoing fight against racism. The orange ribbon serves as a visual reminder of our collective responsibility to create a respectful and welcoming environment for all in our MSCW community.

In the spirit of celebration and connection, students also participated in a picnic-style lunch where they were encouraged to bring food from their cultural backgrounds to share with their friends. This provided an opportunity for open discussions about different traditions and food, allowing students to learn more about one another and develop deeper understanding and respect for each other’s cultures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We look forward to continuing this important work throughout the year, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and unity.

 

Ms Laura Marshall
Youth Ministry Coordinator

 

In the Curriculum ……

 

YEAR 7 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

This week we highlight the great work Year 7 are doing in their Religious Education Classes.

Our Year 7 students have been exploring the unit What it means to be Catholic. They have been identifying key beliefs, values and practices of the Catholic Tradition and explore how these influence the life of Catholic communities. Year 7 students have been examining the organisational structure of the Catholic Church and identifying significant people and events within it. Our Year 7 students gathered with their classes in the Chapel to partake in a Liturgy to receive their Bibles.

Thank you Year 7 for your efforts! Thank you to our teaching team for their continued commitment and dedication to Year 7:

  • Ms. Irena Jajcevic
  • Ms. Laura Marshall
  • Mr. John Muskovits
  • Ms. Rosario Poli


Mrs Veronica Del Buono
Assistant Religious Education Coordinator

 

Our Lady of Fatima Procession – 10 May 2025

The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney invites all schools and families to participate in the Our Lady of Fatima Procession. This event provides a meaningful opportunity for staff, students, and families to come together in prayer and honour Our Lady.

 

 

 

 

  • Date: Saturday, 10 May 2025
  • Time: 6:00 pm – Vigil Mass, followed by a candle-lit Procession around the Cathedral Forecourt
  • Location: St Mary’s Cathedral, St Mary’s Rd, Sydney NSW 2000
  • Arrival Time: We recommend attendees arrive by 5:30 pm and be seated by 5:45 pm. As this is an Archdiocesan Mass, seating will fill up quickly, so early arrival is advised.

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs Caroline Morizzi, Religious Education Coordinator

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