Youth Ministry News
On Monday 29 September, students from Years 9-12 attended the iSTAND Conference at OLF Peakhurst. This event gave students the opportunity to learn more about themselves, others and God through a variety of activities such as games, sport, prayer, reconciliation, music, Mass and talks from keynote speakers. This is what a Year 9 student had to say about their experience:
The iSTAND culture is one of the best things about these events. It’s so refreshing being in a community with people that share the love of Christ, just as he wanted us to do, and in such an engaging way as well. Everything from the new friends that you make to the people that run it are so lovely. My favourite part is the night session where we do adoration and prayer teams, you can really feel God’s presence. I would definitely recommend iSTAND for anyone wanting to find friends in a Christly foundation and anyone wanting a deeper relationship with Christ.
Information regarding the next Conference has been sent to your daughters via Compass.
Australian Catholic Youth Festival – Melbourne 2025
On Friday evening, 14 students, Mrs Nader and I joined fellow staff and students from the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) community at Mount Saint Joseph, Milperra. The gathering served as a vibrant lead-up to the 4th ACYF, set to take place in Melbourne from 30 November to 2 December.
The atmosphere buzzed with excitement and anticipation as guest speakers unveiled the Festival program. Students connected with peers from other Sydney Catholic schools, who will be travelling together daily to and from the accommodation via shared bus, enjoying icebreaker activities, delicious food and lively music.
The night concluded on a reflective note with reconciliation and adoration, leaving everyone spiritually uplifted and eager for the journey ahead.
The Scaffolding Newsletter: Bishop Tony Percy
Sydney’s newest Auxiliary Bishop, Bishop Tony, shares thoughts and reflections on Scripture and contemporary topics through his Substack newsletter.
The most recent 200 word article, titled Hope, can be found here.
