Assistant Principal - Mission

Arise - Year 10 Spirituality Day

On Wednesday this Week, fifteen Year 10 students attended St Agnes’ Parish Hall to experience a day of spirituality. This day was developed as an extension of the Year 10 Retreat program and it offered students the opportunity to explore their relationship with Jesus Christ deeply. The day began with the group sharing where they experienced God in the Year 10 Retreat. Students also engaged in Lectio Divina (prayerful meditation on a passage of Scripture). Students spent some team reading and reflecting on the challenges of being a teenage Christian in our contemporary world. The day culminated in the students creating a closing liturgy for a time of prayerful worship. I would like to express my gratitude to Mr Hyland and Emily Burg for planning and facilitating this day. We hope to share some student reflections in future newsletters.

Make A Difference (MAD) Foundation Fundraiser - Opening of Thrumster Business Park

On Thursday, five senior students and three staff members, who typically participate in our regular Wednesday MAD shift, assisted in hosting a launch breakfast at the new Thrumster Business Park site. This event was a significant fundraising endeavour for MAD, yielding $1300 for the foundation. These College members served as exemplary representatives of our school, showcasing the remarkable charitable spirit for which we are renowned in our local community.

Ironman 2024

On Sunday, we had a large number of students and staff crewing a Run Aid Station for the Ironman Australia event held in Port Macquarie. These members of our College community braved the rain that eventually cleared to support the athletes, keeping them hydrated and nourished for their race. It was another fine example of the wonderful, community-minded spirit that exists in our College and is becoming our calling card within our local area. It was inspiring to see how our students cheered on the women and men as they ran. The competitors all moved a little faster after visiting the Run Aid Station - spurred on by the positivity from our students.

Journey in the Catholic Faith for Teens (JCFT)

JCFT has commenced this week; however, if you are interested in attending, you may still do so. Expression of Interest. The 10-week program is held at the College on Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30pm.

Who is JCFT for?

• Students who have received their sacraments but would like to understand more of their Catholic faith.
• Students who have been baptised but not confirmed and would like to become full members of the Catholic Church.
• Students who have received no sacraments and would like to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church.

What would JCFT look like? A 1-hour session with:

• Afternoon Tea and Icebraker/Grabber/Activity
• Essential knowledge to understand the Catholic Faith
• Prayer
• Small Group Discussion / Reflection Questions