From The Chaplain

A Massive Thanks For Harvest Festival

It was with great delight that I was able to deliver a van load of food to several agencies around our city. There was so much that some of the community centres were contacting other organisations to see if they needed any supplies. Thank-you to everyone who donated items for Harvest Festival. I know firsthand that it makes a big difference to people’s lives, particularly when so many are experiencing financial struggle at the moment. I would also like to thank Jo Whiteman and her team of student and staff helpers who decorated the Chapel and packed all of the goods into boxes at the end of the week. It is always a great way to start the year and an inspiring time.

Toiletry Drive

When I have been delivering food, I have noticed that many organisations that provide food parcels are very low on toiletries. I will have a basket inside my office if anyone would like to donate these goods until the end of term. Items such as soap, conditioner, shampoo, roll-on deodorant and toothpaste are needed (there seems to be an abundance of toothbrushes for some reason??). Sanitary pads and nappies are often sought after as well. At SCEGGS, we are always looking at how our community can serve the wider community in practical ways. Having said that, I also want to make it clear that there is never an obligation to donate and understand if people don’t want to. Any help is always appreciated.

Confirmation at SCEGGS

Confirmation has been part of the 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 is offered to all students in Years 8 to 11. There will be a number of meetings held during lunchtimes 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 you may have. All students are welcome. There is also an opportunity for those seeking baptism within the confirmation process. A confirmation service will be held in second term 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. Please let me know if you would like your daughter to be part of this tradition by Friday 13 March.  

Rev. Garry Lee-Lindsay
School Chaplain