Prayer

Acknowledgment of Country

We turn our hearts and minds to the people of the Yorta Yorta nation, who have occupied this country for thousands of years. 

We pay respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and commit to walking alongside Aboriginal Australians in truth and justice. 

The Feast of Mary MacKillop

The Feast of Mary MacKillop is celebrated on August 8 each year, honoring Australia’s first saint, who dedicated her life to education and social justice.

Significance of the Feast

Mary MacKillop, also known as Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, is widely admired for her dedication to education and her compassionate outreach to the disadvantaged in Australia. As co-founder of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, she played a pivotal role in establishing schools in isolated communities, ensuring that all children—regardless of their circumstances—had access to learning. Her enduring legacy continues to inspire acts of kindness, service, and social justice.

One of her most cherished sayings captures the heart of her mission: "Never see a need without trying to do something about it." – Mary MacKillop

Stain Glass Window by 1/2 Jondahl (2024)

 The Jubilee Prayer ~ Pope Francis

Father in heaven,

may the faith you have given us

in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother,

and the flame of charity enkindled

in our hearts by the Holy Spirit,

reawaken in us the blessed hope

for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us

into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel.

May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos

in the sure expectation

of a new heaven and a new earth,

when, with the powers of Evil vanquished,

your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee

reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope,

a yearning for the treasures of heaven.

May that same grace spread

the joy and peace of our Redeemer

throughout the earth.

To you our God, eternally blessed,

be glory and praise for ever.

Amen

2025 Diocesean and School Theme 

As we anticipate the year ahead, we are all invited along for the journey. No one is left out, left behind or not included. Can you imagine the incredible opportunities that lie ahead? Can you sense how much you will learn, grow and contribute to the lives of others this year?​

As pilgrims, we are privileged to walk the same journey as Jesus did thousands of years ago. He brought hope and light to those who others ignored or brushed aside. Jesus took great risks to ground his pilgrimage in God’s love. This became his centre, his guide and his compass. This year, we are all called to journey towards the light that we experience in his presence and God’s promise of equity, justice and compassion.​

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How can you be a pilgrim who brings hope to others this year?

Keep In your Prayers and Thoughts... 

To any of our students, families, staff and school community who may be grieving the loss of a loved one.

To all our students and families who are currently unwell.

All our families, we pray to keep them safe and healthy as we commence this school year

Our teachers as they guide our learners in the Learning Suites

"And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith." Matthew 21:22