Faith in Action

Year 8 Mary MacKillop Award Outreach

Our Year 8 students are proudly finalising their outreach hours as they work towards completing the Mary MacKillop Award Program through their visits to Nepean Aged Care.

Through sharing conversations, playing games and spending meaningful time with residents, our students have demonstrated the importance of kindness, compassion and genuine human connection. These visits have provided a wonderful opportunity for students to build intergenerational relationships while bringing joy and companionship to older members of our community.

Inspired by the example of Saint Mary MacKillop, our students are learning that faith is not simply something we believe, but something we put into action through service to others.

We congratulate our Year 8 students on their generosity, commitment and willingness to make a positive difference. Their outreach reminds us that sometimes the greatest gift we can offer another person is our time, presence and a listening ear.

“Try to keep God with us by charity of thought, word and act” St Mary MacKillop 1890

House Initiatives - Putting our Values into Action 

During Weeks 5 & 6, our Kenny & Wright House Leaders will be putting our Catholic values into action through two initiatives supporting important causes in our community. 

Kenny House - Supporting DV West

Kenny House is collecting donations to create approximately 30 individual pamper packs for women and children supported by DV West, an organisation assisting families experiencing domestic and family violence. Many families entering crisis accommodation leave with very few personal belongings, so these packs will include essential hygiene and beauty products, as well as games and activities for children.

Inspired by 1 Peter 4:10, “Serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received,” we are reminded of our call to use our gifts and resources to serve others, demonstrating compassion, solidarity and respect for the dignity of every person.

We are asking each Kenny homeroom to contribute enough items towards at least five pamper packs. Students have been provided with a suggested donation list in the homeroom and via email. 

Donations close on Wednesday, 17 November (Week 6).

Wright House - Supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation  

On Thursday, 19 November (Week 6), Wright House will host a Fruit Cup Market, selling fresh fruit cups and chocolate-drizzled strawberries to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). All profits will go directly towards supporting vital breast cancer research and the NBCF's vision of zero deaths from breast cancer.

Inspired by Jesus' words in Matthew 11:28–30, “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest,” we are reminded of Jesus' compassion for those experiencing hardship. Through this initiative, we hope to support individuals and families affected by breast cancer, raise funds for vital research and bring hope for a healthier future.

Fruit cups and chocolate-drizzled strawberries will now be available to pre-order through QKR from Wednesday 4th November until Friday 13th November, with purchases available for collection at recess on Thursday, 19 November. 

We encourage all students and families to get behind these initiatives. Together, our Houses can live out the Gospel values of compassion, generosity and service, making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Mrs January Chan

FIAT Lead