Chaplain It has been a year of improvement on many fronts within the College in 2015. Fra Oscar M Aguilera OSM Chaplain There is a particular chapter from the Book of Ecclesiastes, one of the books from the Hebrew Testament (Old Testament), which forms parts of the Canonical Wisdom Books, where it deals with ‘time’ and how “there is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens”. Well, this year has been a bit like that!
Junior School Presentation Night
“A time to be born and a time to die.” We have rejoiced with lots of families from our school community who have been blessed with the arrival of a new member of their families; the birth of a baby, especially a first-born, is always a beautiful, enriching and fulfilling experience. On my part, to be asked to celebrate their baptism, to be part of their life journey, is very gratifying and an honour. On the other side of the spectrum, there have been a few unexpected deaths of members of the TC family. It is very sad to have to say goodbye to dear and loved ones. Yet, it’s a certainty in our earthly pilgrimage. I have had the privilege of being part of such an intimate and private moment in the life of families by the Anointing the Sick or by celebrating the Mass of Christian Resurrection. “A time to plant and a time to uproot.” This was the case with the oval at the end of 2014 and the beginning of 2015. Not having that extra space for the students to have an outlet for their youthful energy certainly put everyone under a bit of pressure.
Year 6 Graduation Mass
“A time to tear down and a time to build.” We then lost the tennis courts; the uniform shop and the parking areas – better not to go there! I am sure that once everything is done, it will be amazing. “A time to weep and a time to laugh.” With this line from the Book of Ecclesiastes, I have to look no further than the retreats, especially Kairos – without giving anything away, there were moments of tears and moments of laughter. Traditionally, during retreats, I have had the opportunity to get to know the students on a deeper level. As always, I am amazed at the communal insight and depth that they possess. I rejoice as I see that there is hope for the future. Junior School Mothers’ Day Mass and Morning Tea
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