Faith & Mission

Honouring Country, Culture and Action

In Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, the meaning of Country is more than just ownership or connection to land, as Professor Mick Dodson explains; For us, Country is a word for all the values, places, resources, stories and cultural obligations associated with that area and its features. It describes the entirety of our ancestral domains. While they may all no longer necessarily be the titleholders to land, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians are still connected to the Country of their ancestors and most consider themselves the custodians or caretakers of their land.

National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. Our school theme in 2026 is Hearts that listen, Hands that Act, we have been moved to take inspiration from this powerful theme and work together by putting our Faith and Hope into Action. We must put our Faith into Action “faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead”. James 2:26.

Congratulations to our College’s Social Justice and Faith and Liturgy Leaders. These students showed excellent leadership by running and participating in the various activities and events on at the College during this week. Whether it was attending the Liturgy, speaking at assembly, handing out stickers, running the gift stall and film or working in the Indigenous Garden. 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to a successful Reconciliation Week at Sacred Heart.