Faith in Action: A Season of Reflection and Purpose

In recent weeks, our Year 10 and Year 11 students stepped beyond the classroom to explore what it truly means to live out their values through action, service and purpose.

The Year 10 Retreat, held at the historic Scots’ Church in the heart of Melbourne, offered students the opportunity to reflect on how their Christian values can shape both their future careers and their personal lives. A highlight of the day was a powerful address by Kate Kennedy AO, a tireless advocate against modern slavery. Her message challenged students to consider how justice, dignity and compassion should guide the way we live and work. Students left with a renewed sense of responsibility to use their gifts not only for success, but for the good of others.

Meanwhile, the Year 11 cohort gathered at Melbourne University’s Newman College for a retreat centred on Servant Leadership—leadership as service, not status. The program included a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring Sr Brigid Arthur AO, advocate for asylum seekers, and Judy Ryan OAM, leader in the campaign for medically supervised drug support services.

As one student reflected:
"I learnt I don’t have to be perfect to be a leader. Being vulnerable is part of being human—and part of being strong."

Another shared:
"Servant leadership doesn’t require a title—just compassion and kindness from within."

Both retreats were a powerful reminder that leadership and faith go hand in hand when grounded in love, justice and humility. Our students return inspired—not simply to lead, but to serve.

REGINA HOOPER
Liturgy and Retreat Leader