Faith & Mission

Social Justice Sunday

Last week our Student Lead Liturgy acknowledged Social Justice Sunday. The Gospel reminded us that every act of kindness we do — whether it is feeding someone who is hungry, welcoming someone who feels new, standing with those who are struggling or visiting someone who is lonely — is a direct act of love for Jesus himself.

Our school theme “Hope in Action” encourages us not only to imagine a better world but to take concrete steps each day to bring it about. Hope in action can be as simple as including someone who feels left out, speaking up when something is unfair, or giving time to those in need. God’s call to justice is everywhere: in our classrooms, on the sports field, at home, and in our broader community.

During our liturgy, students participated in an activity imagining their own “newspaper headlines” of a better world — linking issues like poverty, racism, refugees or homelessness with practical actions individuals, schools, communities and nations can take to bring justice alive today.

As a community, we are invited to consider: Who have we ignored because it was easier to look away? Where might courage and compassion make a difference? True hope in action is not passive — it calls us to risk comfort, speak boldly and shape lives with God’s presence in our world.

REGINA HOOPER
Liturgy and Retreat Leader

Southern Region ‘Hope Pilgrimage’ at St Bedes!

This term, 10 students from our school along with Ms Hooper, joined with 10 other schools to take part in a special program celebrating the Jubilee Year of Hope, at St Bede’s College, Mentone. The day began with two inspiring sessions led by Gen Bryant and her team, whose energy, music and reflections encouraged students to think deeply about what hope means in their own lives and in the wider world. These sessions were both engaging and thought-provoking, giving students the chance to reflect on their faith in a meaningful and personal way.

After sharing morning tea and lunch together, where students had the opportunity to socialise and connect with those from other schools, we continued the day with a Pilgrims’ Walk, alongside the beach from Mentone to Mordialloc, symbolising the journey of faith and the importance of walking with others in hope and unity. This was followed by a beautiful Mass that brought everyone together as one community. It was a powerful experience to see so many young people from different schools praying, singing and celebrating together.

The Jubilee Year of Hope Program was not only uplifting but also a reminder of the importance of faith, connection and community. We were left feeling inspired, encouraged and hopeful about the future, carrying the message that hope is something we are all called to live out and share, and that being a pilgrim of hope means choosing to walk forward with faith, courage and unity. 

This term, 10 students from our school along with Ms Hooper, joined with 10 other schools to take part in a special program celebrating the Jubilee Year of Hope, at St Bede’s College, Mentone. The day began with two inspiring sessions led by Gen Bryant and her team, whose energy, music, and reflections encouraged students to think deeply about what hope means in their own lives and in the wider world. These sessions were both engaging and thought-provoking, giving students the chance to reflect on their faith in a meaningful and personal way.After sharing morning tea and lunch together, where students had the opportunity to socialise and connect with those from other schools, we continued the day with a Pilgrims’ Walk, alongside the beach from Mentone to Mordialloc, symbolising the journey of faith and the importance of walking with others in hope and unity. This was followed by a beautiful Mass that brought everyone together as one community. It was a powerful experience to see so many young people from different schools praying, singing, and celebrating together.The Jubilee Year of Hope program was not only uplifting but also a reminder of the importance of faith, connection, and community. We were left feeling inspired, encouraged, and hopeful about the future, carrying the message that hope is something we are all called to live out and share, and that being a pilgrim of hope means choosing to walk forward with faith, courage, and unity. 

JULIET DA CAMPO AND SOLENN CASTEL
Year 11 Students