MISSION IMMERSION
Mazenod College provides opportunities for boys to make a significant contribution to the world-wide Mission of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. Through overseas Mission Immersion Experiences in China, the students and staff come to understand the gifts of culture and faith, and witness firsthand the community life of the Oblates. The students and staff fully participate in the life of the Mission, and overwhelmingly feel a closeness to the people that they serve. The aims of the Mission are to experience the love of God through service. Acts of service are a key component of an education at Mazenod and every student is invited to experience a variety of opportunities both overseas and within our local community. The college’s fundraising activities support these missions and other Oblate Missions throughout Asia and the world. This generosity further demonstrates the sharing of values between families, students and school. Senior Students have the opportunity to participate in ROSIES Oblate Youth Mission, a not for profit organisation that provides friendship to society’s most vulnerable. Each Wednesday and Friday night, a team of up to a dozen eighteen to thirty year-old volunteers operate a coffee bus offering friendship and hospitality through the simple gesture of a free hot or cold drink. Students participate in training, join the regular volunteer group and are encouraged to go out for two consecutive Fridays. Many Old Boys participate in Rosies by committing to the roster. 20
