RE MATTERS

Good day, good people,

Peace and blessings to you all. As we return to the rhythm of a new term, it’s been heartening to witness our students and staff embracing opportunities to live out our College values through remembrance, reflection, and celebration. From ANZAC Day commemorations to the upcoming celebration of Mother’s Day, this term invites us to pause and recognise the deep love, service, and leadership that shape both our faith and our community.

ANZAC Day Celebrations

Our students have represented our College beautifully at our College ANZAC Day Liturgies, ANZAC March and Dawn Services around Townsville last week. Their respectful presence, reverent participation, and strong sense of community were a testament to the values we uphold as a Catholic College. We are proud of the way they honoured the spirit of ANZAC and paid tribute to those who have served and sacrificed.  

Celebrating Mother’s Day – Sunday, 11 May

This Sunday, we take the opportunity to honour and celebrate the incredible women who nurture, guide, and love us—our mothers and the mother figures in our lives. Mother’s Day invites us to reflect on the gift of love that these women so generously share, a love that mirrors the very heart of God.

Created in God’s image, we are each capable of giving and receiving love in deep and beautiful ways. The love a mother has for her child offers us a glimpse into the tender and unwavering love God has for each of us. God’s mercy is not simply pity or sympathy—it is the powerful, personal love of a parent who claims each of us as beloved, who rejoices in our highs and comforts us in our lows.

As we mark Mother’s Day, amidst the cards and celebrations, let us also take a moment to imagine God’s love for us in the image of a devoted mother—gentle, watchful, and strong. May we be reminded that we are each precious in the eyes of our loving God.

Loving God, as we honour mothers this weekend, 

help us to recognise your tender love in their example. 

May we, in turn, share that love generously within our families and communities. 

We ask this in the name of Jesus, who revealed your love in its fullest form. 

Amen.

Conclave in Rome: Choosing the Next Pope

Following the recent passing of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church has entered a sacred and historic time. Cardinals from around the world have gathered in the Sistine Chapel for a Conclave—an ancient and prayerful process to elect the next Pope. This moment invites the global Church into deep reflection and unity, as we pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in choosing a new shepherd to lead the People of God. Let us keep the College of Cardinals in our prayers during this significant time for the Church.

God Bless

Rachel Bond                                                                        Rose Fitzsimmons

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