Religious Education

Reflecting on Term 3's Scripture Focus

Throughout Term 3, we have shared a common Scripture passage across our whole school community, providing a meaningful thread that has connected our Religious Education learning across all year levels. Having a shared focus has enriched the way we engage with RE, creating opportunities for students and staff to explore the same Gospel message in ways that are appropriate to their learning and experiences. It has also allowed us to build a stronger sense of connection across our school as we come together around Scripture. I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the Scripture that has guided our learning this term, Matthew 4:18–22 - Jesus Calls the First Disciples.

In Matthew 4:18–22, Jesus calls Simon Peter, Andrew, James and John to leave behind what they know and follow Him. Their response reminds us that every person has a story and a unique role to play in God’s story. This connects with our History learning, where students explore the stories of people, communities and events from the past and consider how individual choices, experiences and actions can shape the world around us. As we listen to the stories of others, we are also invited to think about our own story and the ways in which our lives are connected to the stories of those who have come before us.

The call of the first disciples also speaks deeply to our St Therese charism. St Therese reminds us that we do not need to do extraordinary things to make a difference; rather, it is through the small things we do with love that we can share God’s love with others. Like the disciples, we are called to respond to Jesus through our everyday choices, relationships and actions. Throughout our Term 3 inquiry, “We All Have A Story to Tell,” we have explored how our own stories, the stories of others and our faith come together, and how we can use our unique gifts to make a difference in our school, our families and our wider community.