Ministry

At chapel this past week, we reflected on National Reconciliation Week (27 May - 3 June), a time that invites all Australians to learn, listen, and take meaningful steps towards a more reconciled future. 

We remember the significance of key moments like the 1967 Referendum and the Mabo decision, which continue to shape how we understand justice, recognition, and belonging in Australia. 

This year’s theme is 'All In.' 

To us, that’s a simple but challenging message: reconciliation doesn’t happen by itself. It takes action, commitment, and consistency, not just for one week, but in everyday life. 

For us as students, reconciliation starts with awareness. That means knowing our history, listening to First Nations voices, and recognising the importance of culture and country. It also means being honest about the hurt, including the racism and stereotypes that, disappointingly, still show up today. 

When we hear something unfair or untrue, we can make a choice: stay silent, or speak up and shut it down. 

Reconciliation can look practical and achievable. It can be asking questions instead of making assumptions. It can be choosing respect in the way we talk about others. 

It can be calling out stereotypes, even when it feels awkward. Every time one of us chooses kindness and understanding, we move one step closer to the kind of College community we all want. One where people feel seen, safe, and included. 

The theme 'All In' connects deeply with the Christian faith. Following Jesus isn’t meant to be half-hearted. When someone gives their life to Christ, it isn’t just an idea in their head, it changes how they live. The Bible says, 

“If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17). 

That transformation shows up in real attitudes and actions: grace, patience, humility, and courage. 

In the same way, reconciliation calls us beyond comfort and into action. Reconciliation Week may have finished, but the journey continues.  

A question to take with you: 

What would it look like for me to go 'all in' — in listening, learning, and choosing respect this week? 

Lilly Hensing, Sean Keeler, Kai Bodel 

and Aveleen Dhindsa 

Year 12 Student Leaders