From the Rector
Mazenod College
Dear Mazenod Community,
The month of November has traditionally been dedicated to remembering all people who have passed away. We might especially remember family members, friends and community members, but we are also asked to remember saints and ancestors. At this time, we are also asked to pray for those whom everyone else has forgotten.
Within Catholic Christian belief, we hold that eternal life is an invitation to all people as a result of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. To put it more simply, we believe that death is a see you later, rather than a goodbye. Death can be described as a comma, rather than a full stop. Catholic Christian belief holds that at a person’s passing, the relationship changes but does not end.
The month of November begins with the twofold celebration of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, which focusses on this eternal life journey.
We have a beautiful tradition here at Mazenod where we invite the boys to select the name of a deceased Old Boy and symbolically bring him into Mass through their hearts and prayers. This brings incredible comfort to grieving families and reinforces the belief in the relationship between those in earthly life and those in eternal life.
Please remember the deceased, especially those who grieve their loss, in your prayers. The OMI community stands ready to offer prayers for all your intentions. Our Deceased Old Boys Mass is held this Saturday, 7 November, at 5:00pm in the Chapel. Every community member is invited to attend.
Mazenod For… Katanning
A beautiful project emerged when Isaac D, from Katanning, teamed up with the Red Rose Foundation’s Red Bench Project and the Shire of Katanning. The presence of a Red Bench in a public location aims to raise awareness of domestic violence and provide an opportunity for this important issue to remain visible.
Isaac’s Mazenod For… Project helped raise awareness of domestic violence in Katanning and received strong community endorsement. It also demonstrated Isaac’s care and commitment to addressing this important issue.
The College is immensely proud of Isaac and his Mazenod For… Project.
Take Care and God Bless
Fr Michael Twigg OMI
Rector