Women in the bible – A reflection on one unnamed
Women in the bible – A reflection on one unnamed When you google ‘Women in the Bible’ it comes up with the names of women we seem to know well… from the Old Testament, names like Sarah, Miriam, Ruth and Esther (among others); and from the New Testament, the three Mary’s (the mother of Jesus, from Bethany, [...]
MacKillop Centre – Sincere thanks to the team
MacKillop Centre – Sincere thanks to the team For the past 15 years Marie Arnold has worked with a team of dedicated volunteers at the MacKillop Centre to offer religious and piety items for sale to both our St Agnes’ family and the wider community. After careful reflection and consultation in 2020, the decision was made to [...]
Ever wanted to know how the dates for Easter are set?
Ever wanted to know how the dates for Easter are set? Along with a little information about the Gregorian Calendar, Tony Worner provides a brief explanation about how the dates of Easter are set each year: The current secular calendar or Gregorian calendar is a ‘solar calendar’ used in most of the world today. It was introduced [...]
Teacher uses his wits to outwit, outside the classroom!
Teacher uses his wits to outwit, outside the classroom! Families were glued to the TV Monday the 8th of February as they watched local St Peter’s Teacher, Michael Gallery, lead his team to a combined winnings of $39 000 on ‘The Chase’. “I really love quiz shows and I watch the Chase when I’m getting dinner ready [...]
Parish Staff Gather – United as One Body
Parish Staff Gather – United as One Body Around 130 staff gathered at the MacKillop College Senior Campus Hall for the ‘Working Together - United as One Body' event last Thursday afternoon (4 February). The event provided staff with an opportunity to connect more deeply with the vision, mission, and values of our Parish and to understand [...]
World Day of prayer for the Sick and Lent
World Day of prayer for the Sick and Lent A reflection by Sr Anne Hannigan RSM A question we may ask is ‘Why are we here?’. There may be many answers but one, I am sure of, is to be the body of Christ in the world. So often we hear that our mission is to fulfil [...]
First Recipients of Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship Graduate
First Recipients of Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship Graduate The Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship is celebrating the 2020 graduation of its inaugural recipients, who were awarded their scholarships in 2015. Set up in 2014 through the St Agnes’ Foundation, the Kathleen Briscoe Tuition Scholarship (KBTS) helps families facing difficult circumstances meet the cost of their children’s secondary education at [...]
Understanding the Liturgical Calendar – how do we know what to celebrate when?
Understanding the Liturgical Calendar – how do we know what to celebrate when? The Church’s Liturgical Calendars help everyone in the faith community know what we are celebrating when, especially those involved in preparing for Masses and liturgies. St Agnes’ Catholic Parish’s Leader of Lay Formation, Tony Worner, explains a bit about these calendars and the three [...]
Students gain hands on industry experience at Parish Admin
Students gain hands on industry experience at Parish Admin St Agnes’ Catholic Parish Administration Centre has welcomed 3 work placement students from Newman Senior Technical College for the final term of school for 2020. Matt Thompson, Michael Huff and Jason McManus. Jason is completing his work placement with the ICT Team, Michael with Property Services and Matt [...]
St Peter’s Class of 2014 returns to open time capsule
St Peter’s Class of 2014 returns to open time capsule In 2014, Year 6 students at St Peter’s Primary School buried a time capsule in the grounds of St Peter’s to celebrate the end of their primary school years and their time at St Peter’s. The capsule was to be opened in 2020 to mark the end [...]
You are worth what you give
You are worth what you give A famous and very rich man was once asked, “What are you worth?” The rich man thought for a minute and then named a figure. His questioner did not believe him. “You are famous as one of the richest men in the country. Surely you are worth more than that.” With [...]
The Yarning Circle creating a cultural learning space
The Yarning Circle creating a cultural learning space During the recent school holidays, local Aboriginal artist Tony Clarke has built St Joseph's Regional College (SJRC) their very own Yarning Circle. The spot chosen is a perfect location under established trees, providing the students with a tranquil area. The Yarning Circle has been used by Indigenous people for centuries. Our [...]
