Chaplain's Chat

Year 8 Retreat at Gunbower, Christmas Hampers for Anglicare in Echuca, Service Trip to Fiji

From the local to the global, our students have the opportunity to not only grow in character but to put it into action with care and compassion.

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐅𝐢𝐣𝐢 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

In 2026, our Service Trip will be going to Fiji and partnering with Infuse Travel! This service and cultural immersion experience is open to all students who will be in Years 9–12 in 2026.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Fiji, where you will immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and engage in meaningful service projects. Staying at an eco-lodge in Momi Bay, you will experience Fijian customs, contribute to grassroots service initiatives, and explore the stunning landscapes of Fiji.

Interested students and families are welcome to attend our Information Night on 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟕 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝟕:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/NitdLgChTi4WHbkY8

Please contact Leon Moon at lmoon@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au or Tim Bowles at tbowles@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au if you have any specific queries.

You can read more information when you click this link: https://shorturl.at/lAix3

Christmas Hampers for Anglicare in Echuca

Led by our Community Spirit Captain, Jordan Dalziel, and our Primary Co-curricular Captains, Alby Bull and Holly Pritchard, all students from Kindergarten to Year 12 are invited to participate in our 2025 Christmas Hamper Drive.

These hampers, packed by the Parents & Friends, are warmly received by Anglicare, who then deliver them to people in need of support within our communities.

Through Christmas giving, we can share comfort and joy with those in need.

“Remembering the words of the Lord Jesus, for He Himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” — Acts 20:35

Year 8 B+ Retreat Day – Being Still

Our Year 8 students journeyed to Gunbower Estate to focus on ‘discovering who we are’ and to foster their spirituality as they explored their identity. The day began with a Liturgy led by Year 8 students, reflecting on the value of being made in the image of God—uniquely themselves—and the reminder to look at the birds as a symbol of our worth in God’s eyes.

In small groups, guided by teachers and aides, students shared what is important to them, who they aspire to be and what they have to offer others. The day concluded with activities that encouraged students to affirm the qualities they see in each other, along with group games to enjoy time together. The ‘peg game’ was a favourite, helping students connect beyond their usual friendships.

Regards,

Rev. Tim Bowles

Chaplain