Mission and Identity
Social Justice
Youth Ministry
Students volunteer in the Matthew Talbot Hostel Dining Room as part of the SPX Social Justice Program
- FROM THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - MISSION & IDENTITY
Junior School Bible Liturgy
Chapel Mass
- FROM THE SOCIAL JUSTICE COORDINATOR
Project Compassion
Matthew Talbot Hostel
- FROM THE YOUTH MINISTRY COORDINATOR
Easter Liturgy Passion Play - Call for Year 10 Students
Diocesan PraiseFest: An Invitation for students in Years 9-12
Alpha Youth Series for Students in Years 9 and 10
Mercy College & St Pius X College Youth Mass - Saturday 24 March
Junior School Bible Liturgy
On Tuesday 12 March the Junior School gathered in the parish of Our Lady of Dolours for a significant liturgy. It was an opportunity to present our new Year 5 and Year 6 students with a Bible for use in Religion lessons. The Bible, as explained to students, is a guide for Catholics and Christians alike – providing a moral framework for our interaction with those around us in the community. Students were encouraged to use their Bible as a guide to assist them in times when they require clarity in a situation. A special thankyou to Mr Simpson, 6 Green, for providing the 2019 Reflection on how the Bible has been of assistance to him and how he has used the Bible in his life.
All students are encouraged to be mindful of the care of their Bible and to ensure that it remains in good condition.
Thankyou to the parish of Our Lady of Dolours for allowing us to use the church for this special occasion.
Chapel Mass
Every second Tuesday morning St. Pius hosts a Mass in the school Chapel, thanks to the ongoing support of the clergy of Our Lady of Dolours. Thanks to Mr Kovacic and his Year 8 Religion class for reading at our Mass on the 12 March.
Our next Chapel Mass will be held on Tuesday 26 March. All parents who are available are invited to attend with their son. Thankyou in advance to Mr Donovan’s Year 10 Religion class who will look after the required duties for this celebration.
Mr Nathan Mulheron - Assistant Principal Mission & Identity
Project Compassion
We have started our Project Compassion appeal in great spirit, with the student body already surpassing $1,000 in the first few days of collection.
This year’s theme is “100% Hope”, with programs being featured from Zimbabwe, Indonesia and the Solomon Islands, among other Caritas projects around the world. Thank you to Year 12, as well as the Eucharistic Ministers and members of the Edmund Rice Society, who have collected for this great initiative.
Parents, friends and other members of the SPX community can support Caritas by make a tax-deductible donation through the following link: https://lent.caritas.org.au/stpiusxchatswood.
Matthew Talbot Hostel
Matthew Talbot Hostel, a major part of the College’s Social Justice Program, has garnered strong participation from Years 10 and 11 with our weekly rosters filling up for the rest of the year! Students spend their time volunteering in the Matthew Talbot Dining Room, serving meals to the less fortunate and allowing them to gain a fresh perspective on the lives of those who are struggling to find a home to live in.
Mr Ryan Balboa - Social Justice Coordinator
Easter Liturgy Passion Play - Call for Year 10 students
A call for any Year 10 students who wish to be involved in our Easter Liturgy Passion Play at the end of term. If you are interested please review the required rehearsals on the letter below and have the attached permission slip signed. If you have any queries please see or email Mr Adrian Brannan.
Mr Adrian Brannan - Youth Ministry Coordinator
Phone: 0414 826 326 or email: abrannan@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au
Diocesan PraiseFest: An Invitation for students in Years 9-12
Every few months the Catholic Youth for Broken Bay holds PraiseFest events which include an evening sausage sizzle, quality praise and worship music performed at a professional level and a significant Gospel message proclaimed in testimony.
The next event will be held on 29 March 2019 from 6-9pm at The Light of Christ Centre, Waitara. Transport will be arranged to and from St Pius X College, leaving at 5pm and returning around 9:30pm. (Alternative arrangements can be made by parents directly with Mr Adrian Brannan). See Mr Brannan for more information or have the attached permission form signed.
The message from Catholic Youth Broken Bay sums up what to expect from the evening:
Don't miss your chance to engage in vibrant Praise & Worship, listen to amazing and inspiring stories. The night kicks off at 6pm with our PRAISEFEST Festival with fun activities, free food, and great company! But be sure to stick around because the night will end with a kickin’ Praise Party you will not wanna miss! So be there, invite your friends and prepare to have an unbelievable evening!
Mr Adrian Brannan - Youth Ministry Coordinator
Phone: 0414 826 326 or email: abrannan@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au
Alpha for Youth Series on Wednesday Afternoons
Throughout Term 2 our St Pius X College students in Years 9 and 10 will be given the opportunity to attend an ‘Alpha for Youth’ series on a Wednesday afternoon throughout the term from 3:30pm until 5pm each week in the Parish meeting room area on Kirk Street. The series will begin on Wednesday 1 May and will conclude on 26 June. It will be run through our Chatswood Parish and in partnership with Mercy College, with the Mercy College students in Years 9 and 10 also invited to attend.
Alpha is a fun and social opportunity for students of this age to engage with their faith, to ask questions and to share ideas and experiences with their peers. When we last ran the program in 2017 it was an extremely positive and engaging experience for students from both Colleges.
Each session will begin with an afternoon tea and a chance for our students to mingle and come to know each other in fellowship and community. During each session students will watch short inspirational and educational videos on faith (which can be sampled here; http://alpha.org/alpha-youth-series/) and will be given a chance to discuss these videos with their peers, raising questions and seeking a deeper understanding of the Catholic Faith through relationship amongst themselves.
If you would like more information please consider the information and permission forms below. Please don’t hesitate to contact Mr Adrian Brannan via phone or email as below if you have any queries.
Alpha Letter to Parents and Carers
Alpha Medical Information and Permission Form
Alpha Youth Series Poster
Mr Adrian Brannan - Youth Ministry Coordinator
Phone: 0414 826 326 or email: abrannan@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au
Mercy College & St Pius X College Youth Mass
As Father Jim mentioned at our Opening College Mass, students from St Pius X College and Mercy College have been invited by Fr Jim to attend the Youth Mass on Sunday Evening 24 March at OLD Church. The details are:
- Date: Sunday 24 March
- Mass: Youth Mass
- Time: 5:30pm
- BBQ and Social Activities: 6:30 – 8:00pm
If you would like to be involved in the ministries for the Mass such as reader, music, offertory procession, Eucharistic Minister etc. you will need to arrive between 4:30pm and 5pm. Further details can be found in the flyer below. Please email Mr Adrian Brannan if you will be attending or have any questions.
Mr Adrian Brannan - Youth Ministry Coordinator
Phone: 0414 826 326 or email: abrannan@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au