Churchill Avenue News

As we approach the joyous season of Christmas, I'm thrilled to share some heartwarming highlights from our vibrant faith community here at Caroline Chisholm Catholic College.

Our recent celebration of mass for Christ the King with Bishop Martin Ashe was a beautiful testament to our living faith in connection with our wider Church. Gathering together in the Blessed Daswa Hall we marked this special feast day with reverence and reflection. This feast day of the Christ the King has a special connection to our college being the name of one of our campuses.

When reflecting on the concept of kingship associated with Jesus it is one of mercy and compassion, a king that stands out against the many because of his selflessness and generosity. While the concept of a king is less familiar to us today, the idea of leading and having authority through the goodness of our character and the stewardship we have towards all people and creation rings true. Bishop Martin Ashe was able to illustrate the importance of caring for others as Jesus did in his homily during the mass.

In the spirit of giving, our collective efforts for the ‘MacKillop Family Services Christmas Appeal’ bore remarkable fruit. Thanks to the generosity of our students and families, we collected over 100 gifts for local children in partnership with MacKillop Family Services. These contributions will undoubtedly bring smiles to many young people within our community this coming Christmas.

Moreover, the overwhelming donations exceeding $2500 will provide meals for families in need this Christmas. Our Christmas Appeal has demonstrated that compassion and generosity continue to be the cornerstone of our community.

As we cherish these moments of generosity, faith, and community let’s continue to nurture a culture of kindness this Advent season, and find opportunities to reach out to those most in need, whether they be near or far.