Reflections

2022 Father/Daughter Mass and Dinner

Submitted by mericiadmin on September 5, 2022 - 11:41am

Our annual Father/Daughter Dinner, “The Heart of the Father” was held on Friday 2 September. The evening commenced with a Thanksgiving Mass celebrated by Father Emil Milat in our newly renovated Jubilee Chapel. After Mass, our fathers and their daughters enjoyed a wonderful three-course meal prepared by our Senior Hospitality students. We also welcomed Glenn Gerreyn from the Hopefull Institute as our guest speaker. As a father of four, Glen understands first-hand how parenting can indeed be one of the toughest jobs in the world.

#MericiMoment Wall of Words – Natalia Pelle, Class of 2010 (College Vice Captain)

Submitted by mericiadmin on August 25, 2022 - 12:40pm

My chosen word is SPIRIT. Merici provided me with some great foundations for my life now, the way I conduct myself and what I'm passionate about at work. When I think of my time at Merici, I think of the word 'Spirit'. I remember the letter I received in Year 6, welcoming me into the Brescia 'family', I remember House cheers and the sense of belonging and community I felt when I was at school, surrounded by teacher and people who I knew really cared about me. 

Feast Day of the Assumption of Mary Mass

Submitted by mericiadmin on August 16, 2022 - 12:50pm

On Monday 15 August  we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. ‘See the beauty of the daughter of Jerusalem who ascended to heaven like the rising sun at dawn.’ (Benedictus antiphone from Daily Office).

It was a very special morning at Merici. This was our very first Mass celebrated in our newly renovated Chapel.

#mericipride

Merici College Green Tip #24 - International Day of World's Indigenous People

Submitted by mericiadmin on August 9, 2022 - 1:46pm

The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of the World's Indigenous People is observed on August 9 each year to promote and protect the rights of the world’s Indigenous population.

Around 80% of the world’s remaining biodiversity is located where indigenous people live.

Studies have shown that fauna, flora and biodiversity flourish where indigenous people reside.

Processes for climate action and a sustainable future must be inclusive of indigenous knowledge

and environmental management skills and practices. 

 

Felicity Maher

Merici College Green Tip #23 - National Tree Day

Submitted by mericiadmin on August 3, 2022 - 2:14pm

July 31 was National Tree Day and a tree will be planted at Merici next week to celebrate Australia’s largest community tree-planting and nature care event.

Trees are an essential part of Australia's biodiversity. 

We need urgently to plant more trees as part of a broader plan for climate action. Discontinuing land clearing is also essential.

So, can you plant a native tree or shrub that is naturally occurring in your area? 

Among the many benefits, you may attract more bird visitors!

 

Felicity Maher
Sustainability Officer

 

Catholic Education School Board and Community Council Review

Submitted by mericiadmin on August 3, 2022 - 9:40am

School Boards and Community Councils have an important role in the life of our schools. We value the knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm that parents and carers bring to these forums.

School governance is generating much discussion in Catholic school systems across Australia. This discussion stems in part from the changing expectations of parents, regulators, and governments about the role that parents, carers and members of school communities can and should play in the context of our schools, and the increasingly complex regulatory environment in which schools operate.

Merici College #empoweringindependence

Submitted by mericiadmin on July 29, 2022 - 12:58pm

In every girl

We see world-changing power.

A force so unstoppable that no obstacle could ever tower

Strength from within that begins with a realisation Where belief, worth, love and discovery awaken.

To have dreams, find her voice, speak her mind, make a choice Control her own destiny, be the best version of herself she can be

The greatest gift she could ever give to herself is liberty.

That is true power; self-power, her power, girl power

Merici College Green Tip #22 - Another Plastic Free July tip!

Submitted by mericiadmin on July 26, 2022 - 6:38pm

In support of Plastic Free July and for every other month, another easy way to reduce your demand for plastic waste (see image).

​This is already happening at Merici where you can buy your beverages from the Canteen in reusable crockery or bring your own cup.

Please consider not bringing off-site disposable, single use cups to campus. 

 

Felicity Maher

Sustainability Officer

return to top