Faith, Mission and Identity

Mother's Day Reflection: Blessed Mary, Mother of the Church

As we honour mothers this Mother’s Day, our thoughts turn to the Blessed Virgin Mary. She gave birth to baby Jesus in the most difficult of circumstances, risking her own life to bring the son of God into the world, then raised him, and later watched Him die.

When Jesus said to John “behold your mother” in the scriptures, He forever solidified Mary’s role for all believers, making it possible for us to become Mary’s sons and daughters. He placed his mother under John’s care to show us the close bond that is possible between Mary and all believers. This reciprocal role highlights not only Mary’s universal motherhood but Jesus’ desire that John honor Mary in His absence. Inspired by Jesus, we look to honor Mary.

We are reminded that through Mary we can find a natural extension of our own mother’s love.  No matter who we are or what position we hold in society, Mary’s care is extended to all. As mother, she never judges, is always supportive and always available. How fortunate we are to have someone who can give us this kind of love. 

On Mother’s Day we honour all those who fulfill the role of Mary each day, showing care, concern, nurturing, and compassion, often at great personal sacrifice. They will always be in our prayers.

Adapted from CCMB 'Our Merciful Mother'

Holy Mother of us all, we pray:

Mary, on this day, when we honour all mothers, we turn to you.

We thank the Lord, whom you serve, for the great gift of motherhood.

Dear Mother, thank you for your “Yes”, to the invitation of the angel which brought heaven to earth and changed human history. You opened yourself to God’s word. 

Dear Mother, intercede for all of our mothers. May they find daily strength to say “yes” to the call of sacrificial love; the very heart of the vocation of motherhood. 

May their love and witness, be a source of great inspiration for all of us.

Mary our good mother, pray for us.

Happy Mother's Day!

Winter Appeal

This term we begin our Winter Appeal in support of St Vincent De Paul. The Year 12 Student Leadership Team and SRC will communicate further details to your daughters shortly. This year we will again be creating Refresh & Refuel Packs to assist those most vulnerable in our society. Families are also welcome to donate new items of clothing for the winter such as beanies, socks and gloves. 

Month of Mary - Rosary

Our Youth Ministry Coordinator, Ms Atlamaz, is currently running the Rosary once a week in commemoration of Mary for the month of May. This will run in the second half of lunch in DC3. Students are welcome to bring their own rosary beads or ones will be provided for them. 

Week 2- Wednesday (The Glorious Mysteries)

Week 3- Thursday (The Luminous Mysteries)  

Week 4-  Monday (The Joyful Mysteries)

Week 5- Tuesday (The Sorrowful Mysteries)

God bless, 

Jamie Lee Wood

Director of Religious Education and Mission