Dean of Mission – Mrs Marg Marriott
The Blessing and Opening of Coolangatta House was a historical event in the life of OLM this week.
We had many significant guests from the Sydney Catholic Schools Team, the Executive Director, the Sisters of Mercy, local Principals, past Principals and clergy. Bishop Richard Umbers was our celebrant and our Vocal Ensemble led us in the singing. The reflective hearts of our students were very much on display as they demonstrated great patience, reverence and pride in their presentation and participation. I was humbled by their beautiful contribution to the event and felt so proud of them.
We had six extraordinary Year 10 students facilitate the St Aloysius Parish Confirmation Program this week, under the direction of Deacon Adrian. Amelia Gray, Daniella Edwards, Alexia Stojanoska, Laura Skoric, Emilia Jennings-Smith and Bella Bayer were incredible ambassadors for our College.
Years 7 and 8 students attended the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart Mass at St Aloysius on Friday 7 June.
Students in the choir prepared to lead hymns and we are most grateful to Mrs Ciara Gabriele for her
leadership of our singers.
Jersey Day on the Feast of Mary Help of Christians, our Australian Patroness and the College community was a great success in supporting students in need of funds to access education through the Catholic Education Foundation. Over $1000 was generously raised by the OLM community, of whom we are very proud.
The Parish of St Aloysius is celebrating its Centenary with a Mass on Friday 28 June at 6:30pm with the
Archbishop Anthony Fisher presiding. There will be a reception after the Mass and everyone is most welcome to attend. We currently have five students representing the College in their OLM uniforms, and we require many more, so we need your support for this historic celebration. Please let Mrs Marriott know if you are available to attend. It will contribute to the girl’s Mercy Hours.
Deacon Adrian Sunyato will have his Ordination to the Priesthood on Thursday 11 July at St Mary’s Cathedral at 7pm. Whilst we understand it is in the school holidays, we would love to have many OLM students in uniform and their families present. Deacon Adrian has brought so much heart to our OLM family and we are looking forward to a big show of support for his special event. Please contact Mrs Marriott if you are planning on attending as we will arrange to sit together in the Cathedral. The first Mass he celebrates is called a Thanksgiving Mass and it will be at St Aloysius Catholic Church Cronulla on Saturday 13 July at 5pm. Everyone from OLM is invited to attend. Again, please contact Mrs Marriott if you will be attending. We would hope that many more could be present for this Mass as it is closer to home for most.