From the REC
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The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary; Saturday 31st May The Feast of the Visitation recalls the moment when Mary, carrying Jesus in her womb, travelled in haste to visit her cousin Elizabeth, who was also expecting a child. The Hail Mary prayer includes words from the Gospel of Luke moment: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” This feast celebrates Mary’s humility, joyful service, and deep faith, and calls us to bring Christ to others through love, presence, and action. |
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The Ascension of the Lord; Sunday 1st June After His resurrection, Jesus appeared to His disciples over 40 days, teaching and preparing them for their mission. On the fortieth day, He ascended into heaven before their eyes, returning to the Father. The Ascension is a celebration of hope, reminding us that Christ reigns with God and that we, too, are called to eternal life with Him. The Gospel of Luke records His words before ascending: “You are witnesses of these things. And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you.” This feast celebrates Christ’s return to the Father in glory and reminds us of our call to live with hope, share the Good News, and prepare our hearts for the coming of the Holy Spirit. |
In Week 6, as we celebrate the feast of St Marcellin Champagnat, we remember his call to “love one another” and to carry light into the world—not with perfection, but with love, resilience, and trust in God’s presence.
To be a pilgrim of hope means choosing light in dark places, not because life is perfect, but because we believe it can be better. It’s helping a friend, staying kind when you're tired, and beginning again after failure. Hope is practical. It’s lived in small, courageous acts of love.
As Marists, we find hope not in comfort, but in real life, through shared meals, quiet prayers, laughter, tears, and getting our hands dirty for others. That’s where God meets us. That’s where hope lives.
All funds raised through the donations we collect go towards Australian Marist Solidarity, to help with the work of the Marists around the world, specifically in the Solomon Islands in 2025.
Year 8 Encounter Day
In Week 4, our Year 8 students came together for a meaningful Encounter Day centred on the theme “YOU are Called.” The day invited students to deepen their understanding of their faith and reflect on how they are personally called by God.
Guided by the Marist Characteristics of Family Spirit and In the Way of Mary, students explored how to live out these values in their relationships and daily lives. Through group activities and prayer, they strengthened their sense of community and connection to the Marist story.
In keeping with our Carmelite tradition, students participated in Lectio Divina, a reflective form of prayer focused on Scripture. They reflected on the mission of Peter and his call to discipleship, considering how they too are called to follow Christ. As part of their reflection, students decorated and planted symbolic items, expressing their faith through creativity and care for creation.
It was a day of prayer, reflection, and growth, encouraging each student to listen to God’s call and respond with faith and purpose.
Mrs Kristina Borg
Acting REC