My name is Nicole Katacos and I am the newly appointed Youth Ministry Coordinator.
I have had the pleasure of working at St Ursula’s College for over 10 years. In that time, I have worked in both the HSIE and RE faculties, teaching a broad range of subjects across all cohorts.
I am a mother of two, a practicing Catholic at Our Lady of Fatima Kingsgrove parish and am deeply committed to the Mission of the Church. I am an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion, lead the Children’s Liturgy on Sundays and always take part in One Meal. I have been educated through the Catholic school system and feel it has been an imperative component of my faith development.
I look forward to my new role as Youth Ministry Coordinator and will continue to find opportunities to support the faith formation of students while working in collaboration with staff, students and families in the Jubilee Year of the Catholic Church.
In the next edition, I will share information on upcoming events.
DID YOU KNOW?
Blessed Carlo Acutis was an Italian teenager known for his deep devotion to the Eucharist and his innovative efforts in using technology for evangelisation. Born in London to Italian parents, he was raised in Milan, Italy. From a young age, Carlo displayed a profound love for his Catholic faith, particularly the Eucharist, which he called his “highway to heaven.”
A talented computer programmer, Carlo used his skills to create a website documenting Eucharistic miracles from around the world, aiming to inspire others to deepen their faith. Despite his ordinary life as a student, he stood out for his kindness, generosity, and steadfast trust in God.
At the age of 15, Carlo was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia. Offering his suffering for the Pope and the Church, he remained joyful and at peace until his death on October 12, 2006. His reputation for holiness spread rapidly, leading to his beatification by Pope Francis in 2020 after the recognition of a miracle attributed to his intercession.
Carlo Acutis is a modern role model for young people, showing how technology can be used for good and how holiness is attainable in everyday life. His body, now venerated in Assisi, continues to inspire people worldwide to embrace faith, love, and service.
Blessed Carlo Acutis, the First Millennial Saint, will be canonised at the Jubilee of Teenagers from April 25 to 27.
“To always be close to JESUS, that’s my life plan.”
