FAITH MATTERS

JJAMM WEEK 2021

What a fantastic start to JJAMM Week on Monday with the grand opening of the MK Wardrobe.

An initiative from the Faith and Mission Committee saw around 12 students come through the doors to browse clothes on offer. There were lots of positive comments from everyone and most left very happy with clothes in hand! The doors will continue to open one day a week. 

Tuesday - Prayer Service

During Lesson 3, a prayer service was held individually in each Homeroom. It started with a message from Ms Haeusler reflecting on how the Sisters of St Joseph continue to provide much needed help to those who need it, particularly in this time of the global pandemic. She reminded us that although we have been restricted in our movements because of COVID-19, we have still had our homes and been able to access an education. How truly privileged we are to live in a country such as ours. We heard the beautiful gospel reading from Matthew asking us to not worry about our life, what we will eat or drink, our bodies or what we will wear. If we all strive to live out the teachings of Jesus, we will be provided for. St Mary MacKillop’s life was a great example to all of us to trust in God’s providence. She was a woman who always kept her troubles in perspective - “do what you can and leave the rest to God”.

Following the prayer service, all Homerooms began decorating their Mary MacKillop silhouettes. Some absolutely fabulous designs were created! Other students made a Mary chatterbox, whilst others coloured pictures of Mary. It was lovely to go into each Homeroom and see 'community' in action! 

Our Marys were displayed around Penola Square (until the rain came) and afterwards in the school Chapel. 

Wednesday - pJJAMMa Day Fun!

It was great to see so many students and staff wear their pjs to school on Wednesday. From the traditional flannel pjs to lots of Oodies, many of us were very comfortable for the day! A lunchtime “dance” of the Nutbush and other dances proved to be a highlight. Thanks to the wonderful Year 11 students who danced on the Red Court area with us!

Thursday - Hot Jam Donuts

They are always very very popular and this year was no exception. Students lined up at lunchtime to purchase a hot JJAMM donut. All proceeds will go to the St Vinnies Winter Appeal.

Friday - Casual Clothes Day

A casual clothes day was held to raise money for one of our school families - the Hill family, whose son had been badly hurt in a motorbike accident. As a school community we take on the quote from St Mary MacKillop herself - “never see a need without doing something about it”. We hope the money raised will help the Hill family in some way. 

Thanks to Max and Deaken for providing some live music at lunchtime on the Red Court area. What a fabulous way to finish off JJAMM Week for 2021.

Many thanks to everyone who helped the Faith and Mission Committee in any way throughout this week. It has been wonderful to be able to celebrate (onsite) this year.

St Mary MacKillop Prayer      

Ever-generous God,

You inspired St Mary MacKillop

to live her life faithful

to the Gospel of Jesus Christ

and constant in bringing hope

and encouragement

to those who were disheartened, lonely, or needy.

We ask that our faith and hope

be fired afresh by the Holy Spirit so that we too,

like Mary MacKillop, may live with courage,

trust, and openness.

Ever-generous God, hear our prayer.

We ask this through Jesus Christ.

Amen.

Jesus, light of the world guide us

St Joseph, journey with us

St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, pray for us.