Acting Leader of Mission

“Evangelization is the mission of the Church, not just of a few,

But my, your, our mission”.

Pope Francis

Dearest Marian Community,

I trust that this article finds you in good spirits.

I have found a recent love of reading the teachings of Pope Francis. I am currently reading Christus Vivit: Christ Lives. Pope Francis writes an immensely personal letter to young people, and to the entire People of God. Pope Francis offers guidance to young people, exploring vocation discernment and encouraging friendship with Jesus. One of the ideas that are presented by Pope Francis in this book is the notion on the importance of mission and the participation of young people in mission. As you read through my article, I ask that you reflect on the contribution to Mission our young people are making, not only within our College but throughout our local Community. I would like to offer a challenge to our student body, staff body and our community. How can you participate in living the mission of the Catholic Church? As Pope Francis teaches us “We are all missionary disciples”.

I-Care Kits

On Tuesday 3rd of August, the Community Action Team collected and put the final touches to the I-Care Kits for 2021. On final count, there were 55 kits created and donated to the Griffith Linking Community Network organisation. I have to say that the delivering of the I-Care Kits was quite rewarding in itself, as seeing the smiles of the organisation was a priceless moment. Their gratitude for all the hard work that our College has done by embracing and living by the Mission of the Catholic Church was extremely welcomed. 

Tree Planting Experience: 

By Amilia Catanzariti and Mia Catanzariti

Last week, a group of Year 9 students were selected to plant trees at Campbell’s swamp, soon to be Campbell’s wetland. The purpose of the experience was to not only make the area look attractive to locals, but more importantly preserve both the wetland itself and the native species that inhabit it, most of which are endangered. Having heard of the circumstances we were eager to lend a helping hand. The students, along with Mrs Munro, council members and staff from Griffith Toyota worked together to plant over 200 trees, which will have great benefits to the area in the future. The day ended with native bird watching and a sausage sizzle. Overall it was a gainful experience, and we thank everyone who supported this project. 

Pyramids for Puppies:

In Week 5, our Homeroom classes will begin to see the posters for our next College Mission Project. As I mentioned in my previous article, as a College we strive to demonstrate the importance of living by the values taught to us by the Catholic Church. The love that we demonstrate for each other as people of faith is then spread to love and be in awe of all of God’s creation. 

After having negotiations with Mr Jatan, he is willing to put his Homeroom title on the line as he has full confidence in retaining the title of Homeroom Puppy Pyramids Champions. In his words “I will let the other Homerooms have a chance”. So how can you help your Homeroom try and win the title from Mr Jatan’s Homeroom class?

As of Tuesday Week 5, you can bring in cans of dog food that will be placed in our Homerooms. Homeroom teachers will pick a spot in their Homeroom to begin building your pyramids. By the end of Week 9, each Homeroom teacher will provide me with a final tally of cans and the winning Homeroom will be rewarded with a catered pizza lunch in Week 10 of Term 3. I look forward to seeing how these pyramids begin to take shape and lets see if a new Homeroom can be crowned Puppy Pyramids Champions.  

Thank you for all your ongoing support Marian and keep living the Marian Way!

“How do we change the world?

One random act of kindness at a time”

Morgan Freeman

Kind Regards

Mr Abdala

Acting Leader of Mission