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Pope Francis assures us that our hearts can beat in tune with Jesus when we pause to enjoy the gift of our lives:
‘Pause a little; leave behind the unrest and commotion that fill the soul with bitter feelings which never get us anywhere. Pause from this compulsion to a fast-paced life that scatters, divides and ultimately destroys time with family, with friends, with children, with grandparents, and time as a gift… time with God.’
‘Pause a little; refrain from the deafening noise that weakens and confuses our hearing, that makes us forget the fruitful and creative power of silence.’
‘Pause a little; refrain from the attitude which promotes sterile and unproductive thoughts that arise from isolation and self-pity, and that cause us to forget going out to encounter others to share their burdens and suffering.’
When we pause we may remember the value of true relationship. We can find gratitude and uncover new depths to our journey.
An excerpt from an article by James O’Brien from Australian Catholics on Pope Francis’ Ash Wednesday 2018 Homily-”The Pope’s Lenten Sonata: Pause, See and Return
Dear Parents, Students and Friends,
On Thursday this week, Griffith Avanti Rotary Club held their breakfast meeting at the College. This annual event brings us together to say “thanks” on behalf of the Marian community to the support Avanti Rotary gives our school. The Club sponsors students to attend the National Science Youth Forum, RYDA (Rotary Youth Driver Awareness Program and Rotary members participate in mock interviews with students seeking to refine their job interview skills. We are very fortunate to have a close association with Avanti Rotary and thank them for their support.
Year 7 2019 Enrolment Information Night
Members of the community are invited to attend our Year 7 2019 Enrolment Information next Tuesday evening in the Marcellin Hall at 6pm. The evening is an important step for parents and prospective students to learn about the transition steps the College puts in place before next year. Application packs will be available as well as booking times for College Tours.
Catholic Schools Week - We are greater together 4-10 March
The theme for the Diocese of Wagga Wagga is ‘Catholic Schools: ‘We are Greater Together’ which focuses on forging and strengthening relationships between Catholic Schools and their local communities which enable them to continue to thrive. Above all, Catholic Schools Week is about celebrating everything that makes our schools great and highlighting the significant contribution that our students, staff and families make to the state and nation.
To highlight what Marian Catholic College do, there will be a display all week at Griffith Central. Please take a look if you are passing by.
Marian Brekkie Club
The College provides a nourishing breakfast once a fortnight on Monday morning from 7am. This initiative is led by Cultural Liaison Worker, Sanita Lole and she has support from a number of senior students as well as staff. There is a small article about it in this newsletter.
The Marian Catholic College Parent Council met on Monday 19th February. The AGM takes place on Monday 26 March. There are a number of vacancies on the Council. Attached is a nomination form. Nominations close on Thursday 22 March.
Fifita and Bonetti Cups-Rugby League
Best wishes to our Rugby League teams and League Tag teams playing in the local Fifita and Bonetti Cups next Monday evening at EW Moore Oval. The girls play at 4.30pm, followed by the U16 Boys and the Senior team.
Annual Creative Arts Excursion
This year the students are going to Melbourne to attend workshops at the National Art Gallery of Victoria, NIDA, and the Australian Institute of Music. They will also be attending a performance of the Musical, “Beautiful”. Best wishes to everyone going and thank you to staff, Mr Segrave, Ms Calabria and Mrs Cox for supervising.
Wagga Wagga Diocesan Prayer for a Bishop
I have included the Diocesan prayer for the election of a Bishop, for the Diocese of Wagga Wagga. Many would be aware that we have not had a bishop since 2016.
O God, eternal shepherd,
who govern Your flock with unfailing care,
grant in Your boundless fatherly love
a bishop for the Diocese of Wagga Wagga
who will please You by his holiness
and to us show watchful care.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son,
who lives and reigns with you
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Clean up Australia Day!
Thank you to Mr Lawler and Year 8 for their efforts in participating in Clean Up Australia Day today.
Peace and Best Wishes
Principal