✝️Faith and Mission

A Time for Beginnings and Ends

With the celebrations of the Year 12 Graduating Class now over, and the year gradually draws closer to its conclusion, we find ourselves standing in that familiar place between what has been and what is yet to come. We give thanks for the blessings, challenges, friendships, lessons and Moments of Grace that have shaped us. We also look ahead with hope, trusting that God continues to guide us into the future.

In the spirit of St Eugene de Mazenod, we remember that God is present in every season of life. The Lord who called us at the beginning of the year walks beside us still, encouraging us to recognise His grace at work in the ordinary moments of each day.

Loving God,

You are the Lord of every beginning and every ending. We thank You for the gifts of this year, for the people who have walked with us, for moments of joy, and for the opportunities to learn, serve, and grow.

As some chapters draw to a close, give us grateful hearts for all we have received. As new horizons appear before us, fill us with courage and hope.

Help us, like St Eugene, to see the world through Your eyes, to recognise Christ in those around us, and to trust that Your love is leading us forward.

May Mary Immaculate accompany our community, and may we continue to be signs of Your goodness wherever we go.

We make this prayer through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Valedictory Mass

The Mazenod College community gathered at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Lesmurdie, for the Year 12 Valedictory Mass, a faith-filled celebration marking the conclusion of our graduates' journey at the College. Surrounded by family, staff and friends, students paused to give thanks for the many blessings, friendships and opportunities that have shaped their years at Mazenod, while seeking God's guidance as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all who helped make the celebration so meaningful. We thank our Year 11 Student Leaders for their assistance, the Mazenod College Mass Choir for leading the congregation in prayerful song under the direction of Mr Poletti, our readers and liturgical ministers, and the many staff, families and parish volunteers whose contributions helped create such a memorable occasion. Your service and commitment enriched a fitting farewell for the Class of 2026.

Cathedral Outreach

This Wednesday, Mazenod College participated in Cathedral Outreach through our ongoing partnership with Shopfront. The evening began with the preparation of meals before the group travelled into the city to meet and support people facing homelessness, disadvantage and social isolation. 

Experiences such as Cathedral Outreach bring the Gospel to life and reflect the heart of the Oblate charism. By stepping beyond their own experiences and accompanying those who often find themselves on the margins, students gain a deeper appreciation of human dignity, solidarity and compassionate service. It is a powerful reminder that sometimes the most important gift we can offer is our willingness to listen, connect and walk alongside others.

National Oblate Youth Encounter 2027

Current Year 11 students are invited to express their interest in attending the National Oblate Youth Encounter, to be held at St Eugene’s Retreat Centre, Newborough (Victoria) from 4-8 January 2027. Bringing together young people from across Australia connected to the Oblate family, the Encounter offers a unique opportunity for faith, friendship, service and personal growth in the spirit of St Eugene de Mazenod.

Further details can be found below. Students interested in participating are encouraged to contact Dr Leber to submit an expression of interest.

Dr Nathan Leber

Director of Catholic Faith and Oblate Mission