Opening Staff Mass

'May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.' Rom 15:13

The McAuley staff began the new school year with a Mass celebrated by Fr George. At the mass they welcomed new staff, Jo Dougherty, Veronica Thake, Belinda Schirmer and Lucy West to McAuley. 

They reflected on that their mission was to teach not just the academic learning, but also to assist the students in developing their gifts, talents and their belief in God. During the Mass the staff were also commissioned by Fr George for a new school year, pledging their commitment to Catholic Education in the Canberra Goulburn Archdiocese.

The theme for their Mass was ‘Together with Hope…’ They were reminded that their faith will support them as they walk beside each other and they prayed that our God of Hope will support their 2021 journey together.  

They also reflected that our Catholic school draws from the rich heritage of Mercy and that they are called to share in the spirit and vision of our Mercy school.  All who are part of our McAuley community should feel the Spirt of Jesus and the charism of Catherine McAuley present here amongst them.  

Each staff member was given a cross which is a Symbol of Hope for all Christians. Fr George blessed the crosses and prayed that the cross would remind them that God will be their strength and hope for 2021. 

Anita Mason

Religious Education Coordinator