Introducing Insieme – our new Faith in Action Program

I am delighted to share that I have stepped into the newly created role of Coordinator of Service and Outreach. I look forward to working alongside our students, staff, and families, building on our rich and visible tradition of service, compassion, and engagement with the wider community. Inspired by Pope Francis’ call to serve with love and humility and Angela Merici’s dedication to empowering and educating young women, this role will create meaningful opportunities for our students to live out their faith in action. Service takes many forms in a school community, whether through outreach initiatives, cultural engagement, or sporting opportunities—all of which are vital to a holistic education. By participating in these diverse areas of service, our young women will develop a deeper understanding of social justice, leadership, and their responsibility to contribute positively to the world around them. 

Together, we will guide our young women to deepen their understanding of social justice and their responsibility to serve others with courage and generosity. I look forward to collaborating with you on this important journey.

This year, our Community Service program has been relaunched as the Insieme: Faith in Action Program.

The Insieme: Faith in Action Program provides a framework for students in our community to live out the College motto SERVIAM. This program is central to our mission of living out the teachings of Jesus Christ, who came among us “as one who serves” (Luke 22:27). “Insieme,” meaning “together” in Italian, reflects the spirit of unity and collaboration which are key elements of the Ursuline tradition. The program highlights the importance of working together in faith and service, embodying shared values such compassion, justice and integrity. It emphasises the collective journey of living out faith through action within the community.

We are called to be a LIVING example of service and kindness to others. The Gospel teaches that true service is grounded in love and humility, exemplified by Jesus, who said, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10).

Through participation in the Insieme: Faith in Action Program, we are challenged to continue the Ursuline tradition of living a life of active witness to the Gospel through Serviam. Both semester reports will indicate: Goal Achievement (achieved, not yet achieved) recorded through Compass.

We are also looking at a number of outreach opportunities for our parent community in 2025. More details to be published soon.

Antoinette Nader
Coordinator of Service and Outreach