From The Chaplain

A charity initiative for pets, another podcast episode and a long-held SCEGGS tradition.

Welcome back to Term 2! I hope you all had a good break over the holiday period. I know Term 1 was tiring for a lot of people due to all sorts of reasons so I hope that you were able to refresh for what is ahead.

Urgent Pet Supplies for the Underprivileged

Last year, we had a collection of pet supplies to provide to the Vinnies Community Centre at Redfern and it was a huge success.  A number of people that use the centre have pets that are often their only companion. These pets provide comfort and love, especially during tough times. Some of these people live on the street or by themselves in public housing. Many of these people can’t afford to buy the essentials to look after their animals and this becomes another point of frustration and worry for them. I am asking for donations of pet food and pet accessories (eg. Bowls, collars, leashes, beds, toys etc. new or used but in good condition) to be given to the centre for distribution amongst their clientele on their annual Pet Day. There will be a basket outside the Chapel, clearly labelled, where donations can be left until Friday 10 May. If anyone knows of a vet that might like to volunteer their services for the Pet Day, please let me know.

The SCEGGS Podcast “Walk The Mile” Episode 54: What’s the Point of Sustainability? with Hudson Worsley

The concerns about our environment and the impact that we have on it continue to be a regular topic of discussion. The changing weather patterns, our use of resources, consumerism and waste management are all issues that we can not only talk about but affect each one of us in different ways. They will also determine what sort of planet the generations of the future will live upon. In this discussion, I am speaking with Hudson Worsley, a long-time SCEGGS dad and the owner of his own sustainability company. Hudson has done some great work with us to help reduce our waste and the way we use our resources. We talk about sustainability from an ethical point of view and how we might play our part in maintaining the land that we inhabit. I hope you enjoy the conversation.

And a reminder that we are published on Spotify, Apple, Google Podcast and Deezer, so you can access it easier from your preferred device. I always welcome your feedback or any ideas you may have for further episodes. You will find each podcast as they are produced in this newsletter and on the other platforms as well as our website.

Confirmation at SCEGGS

Confirmation has been a SCEGGS tradition since 1927 . It is the Christian practice of confirming the promises made on one’s behalf at baptism. By being confirmed, the confirmee is saying that they understand the Christian faith and want to make it an important part of their lives. It is a formal way of declaring publicly a belief in Jesus Christ. The confirmation ceremony is not only an expression of faith but also a welcoming into the worldwide Christian church.

Confirmation will be offered to all students in Years 8 to 11. There will be a few meetings held during lunchtime to prepare for the confirmation ceremony. During these meetings we will be looking at the basics of the Christian faith, discussing their importance and answering any questions the candidates may have. Neither baptism nor connection with the Anglican Church is necessary, all people of any faith or no faith are welcome. There is also an opportunity for those seeking baptism within the confirmation process. A confirmation service will be held during Term 3 in the School Chapel, officiated by the Bishop of South Sydney, the Reverend Michael Stead. Relatives and friends are invited to this very special occasion.

If you are interested in being confirmed this year or have any questions about it please contact me via email or call me before Friday 31 May.

Rev. Garry Lee-Lindsay
Chaplain