Mission
Lenten Liturgy 'ALL THINGS MADE NEW'
Holy means "set apart" and as Christians set apart an entire week for Holy Week to recall the events surrounding the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus. For us, this year, this will occur in the holidays.
In this time of mystery, we share in faith, hope and love, a transformation which binds us all together across the boundaries of time and space and even death itself.
Although we have much to be grateful for in our little corner of the world, our hearts are frequently troubled and our minds tormented by the scenes of human tragedy, natural disaster, the pandemic, conflict and terror which at times, can surround us.
Our God of endless renewal, promises that "all things will be made new" because he desires so much good for us all. He leads us forward to navigate each day 'anew' to be people of the Resurrection, using our gifts to bring revival to a world hungering for rebirth.
On Friday our students will experience the Stations of the Cross as one of Christianity's most significant liturgies; stemming from inspirations of early Christian pilgrims after their return from visiting Jerusalem. The focus of our liturgy is selected Stations of the Cross featuring key moments of Jesus on his journey to Calvary. As a prelude to holy week, students were invited to ponder the meaning and images to prayerfully imagine what Jesus endured, to strengthen our hearts with a greater understanding of the depth of his sacrificial love for us.
Project Compassion Thank You
Thank you for your continued support for Project Compassion - past, present and future. Together, we can help vulnerable communities face their challenges today and build a better tomorrow 'For All Future Generations'.
Meet some of the past faces of Project Compassion campaigns whose lives have been transformed thanks to your generous support. Please enjoy this 'Where are they now?'video clip. Thank you for supporting Caritas Australia's Project Compassion 2022 Lenten appeal, we are delighted by what we can achieve together as the Mater Dei Catholic College Community.
Easter Raffle Thank You
Another huge thank you for your response to the Vinnies Easter Raffle, supporting flood victims. It will be our pleasure to donate these funds to support the cleanup, recovery and rebuilding efforts in Northern NSW.
The sales of tickets and the donations of Easter confectionary has ensured another successful raffle. Congratulations to the lucky prize winners, enjoy your Easter treats!
An Easter Blessing
The coming of Easter reminds us of God's never-ending love for us. In the midst of a chaotic world, fraught with conflict and challenge, we take this opportunity to contemplate all we are grateful for. We praise the Lord, our God, for his endless blessings.
May you celebrate the upcoming holy week with a heart filled with peace and love for your friends and families. Have a blessed Easter.
May the glory and the promise of this joyous time of year bring peace and happiness to you and those you hold most dear.
And may Christ, Our Risen Saviour, always be there by your side to bless you most abundantly and be your loving guide.
Lord, we lift our hearts to you.
AMEN
Mrs Amelia Bright | Acting Leader of Mission