Mission News

Prayers

Loving God, 

We thank you for the time of rest and reconnection over the school holidays. Help us to face the challenges and opportunities this term with energy, focus and resilience. May our spirits remain high and our sense of connection and community stay strong. Guide us, we pray, today and every day. Amen

Community Mass

College Masses will resume this Wednesday at 8:00am and Break 1B on Friday. The following houses will celebrate masses this term on a Wednesday morning, please mark the below dates in your calendar: 

Wednesday 29 April – Gilroy House 

Wednesday 6 May – Ephrem House 

Wednesday 20 May – Ignatius House 

Wednesday 27 May – Foley House 

Wednesday 10 June – Ridley House 

Wednesday 17 June – Rush House 

Gospel and Gospel Reflection

3rd Sunday of Easter - Luke 24:13-35 NRSVACE - The Walk to Emmaus - Now on that same - Bible Gateway

Two of the disciples of Jesus were on their way to a village called Emmaus, seven miles from Jerusalem, and they were talking together about all that had happened...

The story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus is a well-known and loved Gospel, shared in the Easter season to remind and encourage us on our journey of faith. The two disciples in aftermath of Jesus’ death are leaving Jerusalem for the village of Emmaus – effectively giving into despair and giving up on hope. Yet their encounter with one who they ultimately recognise as Jesus transforms everything. As one who had revealed the meaning of scripture to the disciples, Jesus then breaks bread with them, disappearing from their sight in the moment of revelation. Yet what hasn’t gone and indeed gains in strength is the disciples’ faith filled conviction that they must return to Jerusalem to share their good news: Jesus lives!

Moments doubt and despair in the Gospel stories this week and last week (when Thomas doubted Jesus was truly alive until he could touch his wounds) is balanced by presence and peace. We are all invited into this peace and to experience the presence of Christ in our lives. Father-Son-Spirit is with us, meeting us on the road, sharing bread  – when we feel hopeless and sad, when we need consolation and company. And it this presence and peace that the world so desperately needs.

Lenten Appeal and Easter Fundraiser 

The Mission Team is thrilled to announce the hugely successful outcome of our recent Lenten Appeal for Australian Marist Solidarity which included our Easter Fundraiser, Ignatius Meat Tray Raffle and various House Initiatives... drumroll please…

We couldn’t do this without the help of our families and our very generous sponsors:

• Glen & Ja’ze Pink, parents of Boarders & Rush students George & Patrick Pink for donating ALL the Fairy Floss
• Old Boy Hamish McDonald for donating the sausages for the BBQ at the Fundraiser 
• Woolworths Ashgrove for donating a $50 voucher 
• Primary Families – donating soft drink cans 
• Harold Families – donating lollies for the lolly bags 
• Rush Families – donating chocolates for the prizes at the game stalls 

Anzac Liturgy

Tomorrow during our Period 5 normal assembly time, our College will hold a special Anzac Liturgy in the Champagnat Centre. Students and staff will come together to pray and acknowledge the many men and women who have served our country with courageous hearts and generous spirits. We will be joined by Marist Old Boy, Major Michael Stone who will speak to the boys about his longstanding relationship with Timor-Leste, including his military service there, along with his current work with Veterans Care Association. We extend an invitation to our Marist families, in particular, our service men and women to join us for this special liturgy. 

Mother’s Day Evening Mass 

Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026 | 7:00pm

Venue: Tower and Chapel | Marist College Ashgrove

Information: Marist College Ashgrove warmly invites mothers, grandmothers, mother-figures, and sons to attend the Marist College Ashgrove Mother’s Day Mass on Wednesday 6 May 2026. Mass will commence at 7:00pm in the Tower Courtyard. Guests will then be invited to share the Eucharist and celebrate the bond between mothers and their sons. A light supper to follow. Students are asked to wear their full winter uniform. 

Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-mother-s-day-evening-mass 

Please note that limited tickets are available due to the capacity of the Chapel. 

Please contact Jenna Harding at hardingj@marash.qld.edu.au with any event queries.

Stationery Aid 

Stationery Aid will return in Week 2 on Wednesday 29 April at B1 in Room 801. We’re looking forward to seeing plenty of helpers this term as we continue sorting and cleaning stationery ready for reuse. 

A reminder that donations of good quality unwanted stationery is always welcome and can be placed in the yellow bins outside the Mission Office.

To find out more and to check the list for what can be donated, please visit: https://stationeryaid.org/ .