Reflection

October - A Special Month of Prayer and Action

On 7 October we had the Feast Day of Our Lady of the Rosary. Catholics are encouraged to especially pray the Rosary this month with our families as October is the month of the Rosary. 

This feast focuses on the intercessory power of Mary. It shows that when Christians are in danger, they can go to Mary. And when an individual is in pain, discouraged, or having trouble accepting God’s will, he or she can also go to Mary. She will pray to her Son for anyone who calls on her. Anyone who prays to Mary no longer feels alone because she prays with them and for them. This is very important for us all – especially for Year 12s as they approach their exams. 

As the Year 12s graduate this week, may they always be a light to the world through their words and actions so that others may give glory to God. This message comes across strongly in the following scripture: 

14 “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15 No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:14-16)

October is also World Mission Month. This month is celebrated in every Catholic community in the world. It’s a time of grace to express solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Christ who are living in situations of poverty, violence or oppression. At this time, we support Catholic Mission which contributes funding and project support to important Church-run initiatives. There will be a special fund-raising event – Socktober- at the College on Friday 25 October.

May our hearts be capable of experiencing Jesus’ call that urges us to go forth into the world as messengers and agents of compassion. May we generously support Catholic Mission's work in Mongolia to help many people there facing poverty.

Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works

and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Holy Family of Nazareth, be our inspiration and our guide.

Jesus of Nazareth, help us to grow in Faith, Wisdom and Knowledge.