Respect

This term, we will focus on the Franciscan value of Respect. In Franciscan spirituality, respect is the reverence given to self, others, and all of God’s creation. Through the respect we extend to all life, the dignity of the human person is upheld and all creation is given the care that it deserves.

Saint Francis and Saint Clare both focused on creating caring communities through their great love and respect for the dignity of each individual and for creation. They believed in and nurtured genuine friendships based on openness, honesty, mutual interest, and support. Their outreach was intended to be all-inclusive and they regarded others as equals. Francis and Clare called men and women to be “brothers” and “sisters”, and they modelled this challenge in their relationships which were always marked by an unconditional respect for the other.

In Home Room this week, we prayed the following prayer to focus our intentions for the term ahead:

Eternal God,

grant us the wisdom to respect all life

that is created and sustained by you.

Bless us with the loving kindness

to respect all people so that we may truly follow

the call of Jesus to be a neighbour to all.

Bless us with the care to tread softly upon the Earth

so that we may truly be your co-creators.

In our words and actions,

may we strive to live respectfully always.

We ask this in the name of Jesus,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God forever and ever.

Amen.

ANZAC Day

The Kedron-Wavell Sub Branch RSL has extended an invitation to our college community to participate in its ANZAC Day services on Sunday 25 April. There are three events scheduled as part of this commemoration:

5.00am: Assemble for the Dawn Service at War Graves Section, Lutwyche Cemetery. Service will commence at 5.30am.

7.00am: Assemble at the Chermside Historical Precinct, 61 Kittyhawk Drive Chermside, for the March to Kedron-Wavell Services Club.

8.30am: ANZAC Day Service at Kedron-Wavell Services Club.

I extend my thanks to the students who have already registered to represent the College at these events. If your child has not registered, they are still welcome to attend but, for contact tracing purposes, they will need to 'sign in' using the QR codes at each venue.

Please note the following arrangements:

We request that students wear their college uniform, including their hat and blazer.
Students attending the 5.30am Dawn Service are to meet Mr Rogusz and Mrs Stower at the cemetery gate, Kitchener Road. This is the entry opposite Glentanna Street and Reece Plumbing.
Students attending the Dawn Service and the March will be required to make their own way from the Dawn Service to the assembly point for the march - Chermside Historical Precinct, 61 Kittyhawk Drive, Chermside. For this reason, family members are encouraged to accompany students to these services.
Students participating in the march and 8.30am service are encouraged to bring a water bottle, especially in the event of warm weather.

House Masses

In a couple of weeks, we will commence our House Masses. We hope that all students will be able to attend with their families. Everyone is most welcome. The House Masses will commence at 6.00pm at Little Flower Church, Turner Road, Kedron, as per the schedule below.

Term 2

Belle Prairie, Tuesday 4 May

Perugia, Tuesday 18 May

Spoleto, Tuesday 1 June

Term 3

Greccio, Tuesday 20 July

Villa Spada, Tuesday 27 July

Rieti, Tuesday 17 August

Invitations will be sent to all families in each House at the start of each term. For contact tracing purposes, you will need to use the registration link accompanying the invitation to book a seat. Please note these dates in your family calendar at home.

Fundraising for Franciscans International

This term we will continue to raffle four passes to Broncos home games. Tickets for the raffles can be purchased by students using their student ID card during Break 1 tomorrow. Tickets can also be purchased online as below. Tickets are $2 each or 3 tickets for $5. The winners of the draw for next Friday’s game will be announced tomorrow afternoon.

Encounter Program

This term, the Encounter team will host their afternoon kick-ons at the College every Thursday in Laverna 001 from 3.00 to 4.00pm. These afternoons provide opportunities for students from Mount Alvernia and Padua Colleges to connect with the Encounter team and each other in a safe and welcoming space. Students can register for this activity via the Encounter Kedron Instagram page. Students are also required to submit a parent permission form that has been emailed to all students.

Richard Rogusz

Open Day