2 August 2021

Principal’s Reflection

At Mass last week for Catholic Education Week, the Gospel was the story of the ‘feeding of the five thousand’. It’s an iconic story. Jesus ends up with a big crowd who had been listening to him and the day had got away. People didn’t have time to make it home and the crowd had to be fed. According to the Gospel version, the disciples found one young enterprising bloke who had a few fish and some loaves of bread – probably to sell to the crowd. Jesus blessed the bread and fish and asked that they be distributed. That small portion fed everyone there with plenty left over. I’m not sure that the story was intended to be literally believed and I don’t think that is particularly important. There is so much in that story that is true and reflects the story of men and women of faith. This story reminds us that Jesus tells us, from not a lot, great things happen.

Or, as Paul Kelly puts it, ‘From Little Things, Big Things Grow’. This is the story of Catholic Education. The Sisters and Brothers who began so much of Catholic Education, started with almost nothing. Sister Vincent Whitty and Br Joseph Hogan who began a school for girls and boys in Bundaberg over a hundred years ago, did so on the smell of an oily rag. There was no money. Those early educators worked long days with big classes. They had to beg money from the local population to put food on the table and books in the hands of students. I remember my classes when I started with the Sisters of St Joseph and a couple of years later with the Christian Brothers were huge. I was in classes of 60-70 kids! That was not uncommon or noteworthy and it happened because there was no choice. Those early educators knew their work was important and made enormous personal sacrifices to get the job done. As we look back on 200 years of Catholic Education, we should acknowledge the hard work that has enabled our young people today to access a much higher standard of education today. Catholic Education is better, more inclusive, more respectful and gives young people greater access to a broader range of quality outcomes. But we stand on the shoulders of those who went before us – with all of their frailty and humanity. A few loaves and a couple of small fish, blessed and shared, have gone a very long way.

Olympics 2021 has been great to watch. So many great stories. At the school I worked at before Shalom, a young man called Pat Tiernan was a great kid. Loved his athletics and was pretty good. Just amazing to watch him in the 10,000m event in Tokyo. He ran an amazing race but just couldn’t finish off with the pack and, despite falling several times in the last 200m, nothing would stop him finishing the event. Those stories are we are always drawn to sport and its impact on life. Be in the race, dig deep and do everything possible to do your best.

Covid Requirements – with the latest lockdown news and a very changing environment, please remember that students should not be at school if they are suffering colds, coughs or sniffles. With the latest news that the lockdown in the SE is extended until Sunday, the restriction rules will continue to apply to our students and staff who were in the SE corner of the State from 1am July 31. This will continue until that lockdown ends or for 14 days – whichever comes first.

For the latest COVID updates please click the link below

Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
McmahonD@shalomcollege.com

Newsletter Articles

Student Welfare and Information

Damien House and McCormack House

We launched the two Houses on Friday, having an afternoon tea together. This is the first opportunity that the students have had to come together - with each other and with their House Coordinators.

It will be a balancing act for a while as the House Coordinators and the students still have commitments and activities coming up in their (present) respective Houses e.g. Shalom Day. However, we will give them all opportunities to do a few things together in their new Houses prior to next year.

Clebrating the addition of Damien House and McCormack House

Year 12 Formal Dinner Dance 28 May 2022

Date for the Formal is 28 May 2022, the Saturday after the Bundaberg Show Holiday. I have reminded the girls that their dresses should not be too revealing and that the boys are expected to wear formal attire, which means a suit.

Year 11 Leadership Days - CHANGE OF DATE

Due to the Retreat for the Year 11s shifting to the last week of September, we thought it best to move the Leadership Days as advertised to Term 4.

The date is to be advised.

Orientation Afternoon - CHANGE OF DATE

As one of our feeder primary schools has their Year 6 camp at the same time as our advertised Orientation afternoon, we have moved this event to November 9.

This is a very important afternoon - the Year 12s 2022, along with some Year 11s 2022, meet their “buddies” and participate in many “getting to know you” activities. This gives Year 7s 2022, the House Coordinators, the Pastoral Care teachers and the students assigned a buddy, the opportunity to meet each other prior to the Year 7s 2022 commencing at Shalom.

It is imperative that the secondary students attend this afternoon – so students need to make their workplace supervisors aware they are unavailable for a shift between 3:00pm and 5:30pm; training will need to be postponed for that afternoon etc.

Please contact me here at the College if you have any queries.

Mrs Elizabeth Austin-Campbell
Deputy Principal
AcampbellE@shalomcollege.com

Tutoring

Term 3 tutoring has begun, please refer to the updated tutoring timetable below.

Gym Closed Tuesday Afternoons (16 August-10 September)

Please be aware the Gym will be closed on Tuesday afternoons between Weeks 6 and 9 this term. No other days will be affected and will resume to usual hours in Week 10.

Mrs Kim O’Shea-Hard
Assistant Principal – Staff
Kim_Hard@shalomcollege.com

Curriculum

Year 10 students and their parents or guardians

The two presentations delivered at the Senior Subject Selection Evening are available via the College website in the Year 10 Personal Futures section: http://personalfutures.shalomcollege.com/ I encourage you to view all the resources made available in this portal, these should answer any questions you may have. If there are any further questions, please have your student contact the staff below for assistance around these areas:

Current achievement and suitability for a senior subject: contact their current subject teacher/s

ATAR/QCE: Mrs Janelle Ivers (Senior Schooling Coordinator)
University and other Pathways: Mrs Liza O’Donnell (Pathways Coordinator)
Specific Senior Subject: Learning Area Coordinator

Last week you received an email with information on how to book your SET Plan Interview. Please book your child’s SET Plan interview using the link provided in the booking email.

Students received an email with their WebChoices (online subject selection) login information and their student code. This online portal will close on 20 August. Please ensure your student communicates this information with you so that you can be involved in their subject selection process.

Year 8 and 9 students and their parents or guardians

The 2022 Middle School Subject Selection evening will be held on 17 August in the Performing Arts Precinct.

The meeting for students and parents of Year 9 students selecting subject choices for Year 10 in 2022 will commence at 6pm.

The meeting for students and parents of Year 8 students selecting subject choices for Year 9 in 2022 will commence at 7pm.

Year 12 students and parents or guardians

Students will be able to log in to their learning account via MyQCE https://myqce.qcaa.qld.edu.au/ and access information about their study plans and results. All confirmed results for Unit 3 should be viewable in student Learning Accounts.

Mrs Gail Norris
Assistant Principal – Curriculum
Gail_Norris@shalomcollege.com

Administration

Year 12 Mock External Exam Block – Term 3 Week 10 & Term 4 Week 1

In preparation for External Exams starting in Term 4 Week 4, Year 12 students will participate in a Mock External Exam Block in Term 3 Week 10 and Term 4 Week 1. The Exam Timetable for this exam block is attached. Students need only attend school for the exams that they are sitting in this period.

During the exam block, students not involved in exams are expected to be involved in home study. Students who are behind in their schoolwork may also be required to attend school to complete outstanding work. If this is required, these arrangements will be communicated by individual class teachers.

We wish our students all the best with their studies.

Year 11 Exam Block – 9 September – 13 September

Year 11 students will participate in an exam block from the 9 - 13 September. The Exam Timetable for this exam block is attached. Students need only attend school for the exams that they are sitting in this period.

During the exam block, students not involved in exams are expected to be involved in home study. Students who are behind in their schoolwork may also be required to attend school to complete outstanding work. If this is required, these arrangements will be communicated by individual class teachers.

We wish our students all the best with their studies.

2021 Non- Government Schools Census

The annual Non- Government Schools Census occurs on Friday 6 August 2021. Attached is a document which outlines the rationale for the census and further information about this data collection. Please take the time to have a read of this notice.

Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal – Administration
Brendan_Maher@shalomcollege.com

Mission

Dear Parents and Guardians,

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So, why do you need this?

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• 33% of 16-17 year old boys reported experiencing some form of unwanted sexual behaviour in the last 12 months .
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• 70% of boys and 21% of girls in year 10 watch pornography monthly or more.

Conversations on these important topics can help change these statistics.

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Together we can equip your child with important information they need to know about having happy, healthy and respectful relationships.

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Mrs Mary Taylor
Assistant Principal – Mission
TaylorM@shalomcollege.com

ROSA Awards

The ROSA (Recognition of Student Application) program is an award program which recognises student application to their studies. We value the importance of acknowledging students who are motivated, show perseverance and work diligently to reach their potential. The ‘goal posts’ for all our students are different, however all students are capable of achieving their own success targets. There are many ways we regularly encourage and reward the efforts of our students. The ROSA award allows for more of our students to be recognised amongst their peers.

Mrs Megan Munckton
Middle School Coordinator
Megan_Munckton@shalomcollege.com

Student Drivers

Parents and Carers of Year 11 & 12 Students

If your child has obtained their Provisional Licence and wishes to drive to and from school you are required to fill out a Permission to Drive Form and return it to Student Reception for approval by Mrs Elizabeth Austin-Campbell. Once approved the details will be placed on our School Register.

Thanks to those Parents who have already completed this form for their child.

Mrs Amanda O’Mara
Executive Assistant to the Principal/ Enrolment Officer
amanda_omara@shalomcollege.com

Absentees

FOR ALL ABSENTEES

Preferred option is Email absentees@shalomcollege.com or Phone Absentee line 41558181

ALL student absentees should be notified to the office by 9am each day. If no notification has been received, an absentee text message will be sent out to parents to advise of the student’s absence.

Stall Holders Required for Movie Night

As many of you are aware for the last few years McAuley House has held a ‘Movie Night’ as our major fundraising event for our house charity CARINBUNDI. Because we were unable to hold the event last year we have decided to revamp our night and make it even more spectacular than ever.

This year we are holding a movie and mini handmade market evening on the 27 August 5:30-8pm. The event will be held here at Shalom and open to everyone. But to make it a big success we are after stall holders. So if you, family members or friends are into creating handmade items and would like to be a stall holder, make yourself some extra money, get your products and name out into the community and be part of making a difference to our house charity CARINBUNDI we would like to hear from you.

For example, we are after people who make and sell cards, candles, jewelry, artwork, body products, hair products, clothes, produce, cakes just to name a few. If you are interested in being part of this and want to set up and have your own stall at this event please contact Paula van Dalen through email vandalenp@shalomcollege.com or call me on 41558155 by Friday 6 August.

Ms Paula van Dalen
McAuley House Coordinator
vandalenp@shalomcollege.com

Shalom College After School Activities (SCASA)

Shalom College is offering students the opportunity to participate in organised after school activities conducted by coaches and teachers. SCASA also includes a light afternoon tea from 3.15 pm for the students and all activities will conclude at 4.45 pm.

Days

Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays are the 3 available afternoons for SCASA.

Dates

SCASA commences in Week 2 of each Term and continues for 8 continuous weeks of each Term.

Times

3.00 pm - School lessons completed.
3.15 pm - Roll Call and afternoon tea (supplied) at College tuck shop and set up time for coaches
3.30 pm - Activities/ Coaching starts (various venues within school grounds)
4.30 pm - Activities/ Coaching finished
4.45 pm - Students help pack up and return equipment and picked up by parents at front of school.

SCASA Activities - see below

Monday -
Option 1 - Netball with Charlotte Boge (SC or Hangar)
Option 2 - Football and Futsal with Fiona Stevenson (Oval or Hangar)
Option 3 - Basketball with Thomas Laycock (SC or Hangar)
Option 4 - Running Training with Mat Grills (Oval)

Tuesday
Option 1 - Dance with Abby McMillan (Dance Studio)
Option 2 - e-Sports with Gavin Hill, Lockie Capell and Kael Yunus (Computer labs)
Option 3 - Touch Football and OzTag with Riley Dingle and Tom Morcom (Oval)

Thursday
Option 1 - Next-Jenner-ation Running training with Rebecca Jenner (Oval)
Option 2 - Tennis with Brendan Maher (Tennis Courts)
Option 3 - e-Sports with Gavin Hill, Lockie Capell and Kael Yunus (Computer labs)

* e-Sports = electronic Sports

Cost

The SCASA Fee is $20.00 per term for each student.
This is to help cover the afternoon tea and instructors/coach costs.
This flat fee of $20.00 is for one, two or all three afternoons activities.
This is to encourage participation in SCASA activities.

After completing the SCASA sign on google form, at approx. week 3 of term - you will receive an invitation on Parent Lounge regarding SCASA.

Please wait until week 3 of term then login to Parent Lounge to give permission for your child to attend SCASA and pay the $20.00 fee.

Once there click on the ‘Tours and Excursions’ tab and you will find a link to SCASA Term 3 - Here you will be able to give permission for your child to attend and pay the fee.

Please also check your contact details and phone numbers are current, as we will be using this information to contact you if needed.

It is very important that all information in Parent Lounge is current as teachers will use this information in case of an emergency and to support the welfare of your child.

Please make sure that you click SAVE before logging out.

If you require assistance with Parent Lounge login, please contact the College Office.

Other school sporting teams will continue to have their own training sessions as usual under the direction of their coaches e.g Strength and Conditioning training, Rugby League, Netball, Touch Football etc.

This SCASA program is designed to give extra opportunities for Shalom College students to become involved in supervised activities after school.

Please complete the student and parent details in the google form below

REMINDER - no confirming phone calls are made by the school to confirm you are in the program - as once you sign on and you receive an online response - your child has been registered and please turn up starting week 2.

Mr Peter Robinson
High Performance Program
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com

Pathways

2022 Additional Learning Opportunities

Students wishing to engage in additional learning such as TAFE and external qualifications in 2022 are now able to register their interest with the Pathways Office. To see the selection of courses on offer and enrolment form click on the link to access the 2022 Additional Learning Opportunities booklet - https://bit.ly/2Ve976H

University Applications Open 3 August

Students intending on making university application should work their way through the following checklist:

Register in the ATAR Portal to share your ATAR with the school and have it emailed to you:

Use QTAC course search for information about courses and links to university websites:

Research the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) for opportunities to receive adjustments to your ATAR ranking:

Research the Rural Access Scheme for opportunities to receive adjustments to your ATAR ranking:

Research universities that may accept Certificate III or higher VET qualifications for entry

Information about application fees:

Read the QTAC application information:

CQU – Principal’s Recommendation Scheme

CQUniversity’s Principal’s Recommendation Scheme is an early offer program that provides Year 12 students with an alternate entry pathway to a CQUniversity course. Through this Scheme, Year 12 students can apply for a course and receive an offer based on the recommendation of their school Principal, rather than an ATAR. Please note that some courses are excluded from this program and may also have additional requirements. Applications for 2022 are now open. Find out more information and how to apply here:

USC – Early Offer Guarantee

USC’s Early Offer Guarantee gives Year 12 students in Australia the opportunity to secure a guaranteed place at USC as early as August. These offers are made before the release of Year 12 results, so students don’t have to wait until the December or January QTAC offer rounds to start planning their university journey. Choose from more than 100 undergraduate programs on offer. Students will still need to meet all the subject prerequisites and other program specific requirements for their chosen program. Please note that some courses are excluded from this program. Applications for 2022 open 3 August.

Upcoming Events

The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kathy Laing & Mrs Julia Fox
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
LaingK@shalomcollege.com
Julia_Fox@shalomcollege.com

Quiet Achiever

Adams year 10 Student Bailee Baldwin is this weeks Quiet Achiever. Bailee always offers to assist in many ways, she is so enthusiastic and has always worked to her potential at Shalom. Bailee will listen to others’ view and will always offer her view when invited to do so. Bailee is very proud to be a Shalom student and appreciates all opportunities given to her.

Mr Joe O’Driscoll
Adams House Coordinator
ODriscoJ@shalomcollege.com

Year 10 Acts Camp

On Wednesday 21 July, 11 Shalom students travelled from Shalom to Rockhampton for the Year 10 2021 ACTS Camp. After a lengthy three hours travelling, and a tremendously early start, we excitedly arrived at Emmaus College. Upon arrival, we were kindly greeted by numerous schools from across the diocese of Rockhampton and were immediately made to feel at home.

There were a variety of discussions and guest speakers that were engaging and provided us all with ‘A Chance To Share’, the core value of ACTS. After the opening ceremony, students from Emmaus organised a series of fun icebreaker games between the numerous schools attending as we formed the start of some long-lasting friendships. As the day continued, these bonds grew stronger as we began to share our individual experiences.

Various students were inspired by the life story of Mrs Farr, who has overcome tremendous obstacles in life and maintained her faith in God throughout. Mrs Farr also informed us of the religious allegory Footprints in the Sand. A poem reminding us that when we are struggling with something in our life and feel alone, God is carrying us and holding us in his arms as we travel as one united with Christ. In addition to Mrs Farr was Father Rob, who further established the core value of ACTS while reiterating the overwhelming, never-ending, reckless love of God.

Overall, it was a positive experience and, as students that attended, we would like to thank all those involved who made this incredible experience possible, especially Mrs Petersen, Ms Clark and Mr Sheehan.

ACTS Camp participants

Year 10 ACTS participants

Science Club

As part of the UQ Science Ambassador program, Zali Haster and Alli Geiger have taken it upon themselves to start a Science club. Every Tuesday lunchtime they meet with keen young scientists in years 7 to 9 and conduct fun and engaging experiments and challenges. Upcoming experiments include constructing spaghetti and marshmallow towers and the eggcellent egg drop. They are always looking for more students to join the club so come to S3 on Tuesday lunchtimes for some science fun!

Zali Haster and Alli Geiger, our Year 11 UQ Science Ambassadors running the Science Club;

Members of the club investigating the blowing up of balloons using a chemical reaction.

Ms Larissa Scoles
Learning Area Coordinator Senior Science
Larissa_Scoles@shalomcollege.com

Shalom Day

Bundaberg Eisteddfod 2021

On Wednesday last week approximately 100 Shalom students performed at the local Bundaberg Eisteddfod. With continuing restrictions due to Covid the program was condensed into one very busy day of solo and group performances.

Shalom ensembles including the Senior Concert Band, Senior Jazz Band, Chamber String Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra were outstanding, receiving high praise from the adjudicator.

Congratulations to all Shalom students who braved the stage you did a fantastic job!

Mrs Megan Hoban
Instrumental Music Coordinator
Instrumental Music Teacher – Woodwind & Brass
megan_hoban@shalomcollege.com

Softball

Congratulations to Year 12 Student Hannah Leggett

Queensland softball have launched a Super Series for talented representative Softball players. Hannah has been chosen to play in the Blaze team. This series will be held at different regions including Brisbane, Redlands, Redcliffe and Ipswich. Hannah will compete with and against her current QLD and National team mates. This competition is organised by Softball Queensland as a pathway for talent identified players.

At a recent Brisbane U/21 Softball Club challenge, Hannah's Brisbane based club Red Sox entered a young talented team. Hannah was the 2nd oldest at the age of 17. The Redsox team played with pride and enthusiasm coming third in the competition. Hannah displayed her usual high level of skill at batting and fielding and was chosen in the U/21 Women's All Star team.

Hannah Leggett

Mr Peter Robinson
High Performance Program
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com

BDSSS Winter Sport

Netball

Year 7 Blue Netball Team

Great weather, positive attitudes and shining netball skills saw the Year 7 Blue Netball team compete against BCC on Wednesday afternoon. The team played well for a convincing win, with the finishing scoring being 31-0. Team players reshuffled to give different positions a go and expand their skillset, with Layla Collins shooting five goals in the goal shooting position. Abby Berghammer zipped around the court in the centre position, and Nikita Clarey, Emily Somerfield and Ashlee McLean combined for a strong defence. Avah McNamara and Mia Porter showed strong goal shooting skills, with Kiahna Kruger showing speed in the wing attach position. Alexandra Churchill was unfortunately out injured but showed up to give her support to the team and assist in scoring the match.

Thanks again to Kendall Dodd for refereeing our game. We are looking forward to another great game next week!

Mrs Justine Blinco
Team Coach
Justine_Blinco@shalomcollege.com

Table Tennis Results

The Shalom Table Tennis Team made a strong start to the winter sport season, defeating St Lukes 2 six games to three. Michael Richardson was generous enough to cross over and help out an undermanned St Lukes team, giving us a 3-on-3 competition. Most matches were closely fought, with many going to three games. Isaac Maas won his three matches, coming from behind in his last match to defeat St Lukes strongest player. George Stelmack claimed two of his three matches, losing one in a close 3-gamer. Zacharry Morrish won one of three matches, and played well in all games. Players are commended for their commitment, persistence and overall exceptional behaviour.

Mr Troy Braund
Team Manager
Troy_Braund@shalomcollege.com

Uniform Shop Opening Hours

Uniform appointment dates for 2022 year 7 & year 10 girls

15 minute appointments

All appointments need to be booked online using the link below.

Commencing Term 4

Tuesday - 9:00am to 11:00am
3:45pm to 5:15pm

Appointment Only

Wednesdays - 9:00am to 11:00am

Appointment Only

Thursdays - 9:00am to 10:15am
11:00am to 1:00pm
3:45pm to 5:15pm

Appointment Only

From: - Monday 29/11/2021 – 8:00am to 11:45am
1:00pm to 4:45pm

Appointment Only

Wednesday - 08/12/2021- 8:00am to 11:45am

Appointment Only

Closed Wednesday 08/12/2021 from 12:00pm for Stocktake.
Holidays Thursday 9/12/2021 – 09/01/2022
Re – open Monday 10/01/2022
Appointment Only
Monday 10/01/2022 – Friday 14/01/2022
8:00am – 11:45am
1:00pm – 4:45pm
Monday 17/01/2022 onwards no appointments necessary.

Mrs Leanne Barker
Uniform Shop Co-ordinator
barkerl@shalomcollege.com
Phone : 41 558 121

Term Dates for 2021

Term 1: Wednesday 27th January - Thursday 1st April (10 weeks)
Term 2: Monday 19th April - Friday 25th June (10 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 12th July - Friday 17th September (10 weeks)
Term 4: Tuesday 5th October - Friday 3th December (9 weeks)

Parent and Carer Tuckshop Volunteers

At the start of each school year we ask parents to indicate their availability for volunteering in the College tuckshop.

Life is busy and forever changing, so for this reason we have set up a booking system that will not only accommodate our very much appreciated regular volunteers, but also families who may not be able to commit on a regular basis and who may have a day here or there throughout the year to come along and lend a hand and support our students. The beauty of this system is that you can select your day and manage your booking, so if something comes up, you can quickly and easily go online to reschedule or cancel. Your booking will generate a confirmation email with links to manage your booking, it can be synched with your calendar and an SMS is sent the day before as a reminder. Of course, we are also here to help - simply contact Shalom College on 41 55 8111.

For those of you who are regular volunteers your shifts have already been added to the schedule for this year and you should have received an e-mail for each booked shift.

Shifts last from 2 to 3 hours (school drop off to around 11.30 am).

No experience required!

Tuckshop

Breakfast

Breakfast is now available in the tuckshop for purchase each morning 8:00am – 8:30am.

Items include

Bacon & Egg Muffins - $3.50
Ham & Cheese Croissant - $3.50
Porridge & Cereal - $3 (self-service option with milk and bowl & cutlery are supplied)
Fresh Fruit - $1 (seasonal fruits such as; Bananas, Apples, Mandarins etc.)
Plus, the already available items of Yoghurt Pots, Up n Go drinks & Flavoured Milk

Students who train before school need to consider utilising the breakfast menu to replenish energy lost during their training sessions, however must be dressed appropriately before entering the tuckshop and must not be late for class.

Shalom Sunday Markets

Shalom Markets will continue to operate (with restrictions) until further notice!

• Fresh food stalls fruit, vegetable & local food products
• BBQ and tuckshop are operating, social distancing practices are in place
• Social distancing to include gaps between stalls (all outdoors)

SHALOM MARKETS 6AM TO 12PM EVERY SUNDAY!

Markets Tuckshop Roster

New volunteers are DESPERATELY required for the Markets Tuckshop or BBQ, if you have any queries please contact Leanne via email – barkerl@shalomcollege.com

Markets BBQ Roster

Community Notice Board

Qld Government Autism Hub

The Autism Hub are offering a range of professional development sessions online.

Love Bites

Youth Support

Headspace

Link to Survey below

Find Out More below

Youth Champions Team

The Catholic Parish of Bundaberg

Office Hours: 9:00 - 1:00 Monday to Friday
Parish Office: Rossolini Place Level 1, 66 Woongarra St
Ph: 07 4151 6666 PO Box 79 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: sbundaberg@rok.catholic.net.au
AFTER HOURS: Anointing of the sick for medical emergencies
phone 4151 6666 and follow the prompt
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF MARY MOTHER OF CHURCH

Current Parish Bulletin

Letter from the Bishop (Voluntary Assisted Dying VAD Legislation)

GOOD NEWS

Current Roster (Term3 2021)

FOCUS by: Denise Tuzes

Bereavement Ministry Co-Ordinator

We are God’s delight

Mother Teresa once said “It is not about doing great things in foreign lands, but about doing ordinary things with great love.” Doing ordinary things with great love has become very important in our lives since we have had to change and adapt to living with the constant concern of COVID.

St Thomas Aquinas wrote “God is sheer joy, and sheer joy demands company.

Parishioners are filled with sacredness in the ordinariness of their days, in their relationships, in the highs and lows and in the many changes brought about by the lifestyle changes that we all have had to embrace. But we continue to encourage each other, forgive each other, love each other and we see God in action.”

As Fr Daniel O’Leary writes “Alive in our churches there is still a deadly and deep-seated dualism dividing the holy from the human. The sacraments we celebrate in our parishes are celebrations of the holiness already within our lives – in the joy of a new birth, in the pain of our darkness, in the holiness of human love, in the desires of our hearts, in reconciliation with the wider community.”

All of this led to a shift in the way that church communities evolved. It is all about calling out the inner gifts of everyone, the encouraging of people to see themselves as made in God’s image. We are God’s delight. This is amazing: “we are God’s delight.” How wonderful is this? “It is about helping people understand that the inner conversion of our hearts is what Jesus is after, not just the improved religious observation or increased church attendance that we so often mistake for inner transformation.”

We as a Stewardship Parish are asked to pray for guidance in recognizing our God given gifts and talents and then offering these gifts in ministry within our church community. This is just one way we can utilize the gifts and talents that God has bestowed on each and every one of us. Isn’t it comforting to know “we are God’s delight, He demands our company.”

THE ELECTION OF PARISH STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL MEMBERS.

Following our last Summit, it was agreed that our Parish Stewardship Council would be re-formed.

This weekend at each Mass Community, you will be asked to nominate 2 members from your Mass Community, whom you believe would be suitable members of the Parish Council.

The Parish Stewardship Council will set the direction for our Parish into the future, in line with our Parish Vision.

We ask for your as you discern your nominations for this important parish ministry. Some of the Spiritual gifts your nomination may have- Faith, Servant Leadership, Wisdom, Generosity, Humility and Compassion.

"The annual parish "Good News" magazine will now become a bi-monthly bulletin of photos and brief news stories. If your parish group would like to be showcased in the bulletin, please send in your photos with a short note, and we will attempt to include it in the coming edition. We welcome your feedback as we trial this new format."

"Enjoy reading this year's edition of the 'Good News Magazine: 2020 New Vision', a look at the year that was and how we adapted to a new way of doing thins."

Please click on the link to access the digital copy of the magazine.

Catholic Youth Groups

Triple P

The State Government is funding free access to Triple P, which is the world’s most evidence-based parenting program and has helped more than four million children and their parents around the world develop closer, more positive relationships.

Please click on this link, which will take you to the website where you can access information relevant to your situation.

This link will remain in our Newsletter with Triple P sending us regular updates and helpful tips.