On Wednesday 22 February, students and staff attended our Ash Wednesday Liturgies held in House groups to mark the commencement of Lent. The focus of Lent is on renewing our relationship with God. It is a time to reflect on our behaviour and aim to be the best version of ourselves. In this way we grow closer to God. Lent is a time of increased prayer, fasting and giving to those in need. At Mercedes one way we help the vulnerable who do not have the necessities of life is through Project Compassion. The focus for 2023 is “For All Future Generations” and will emphasise how Caritas works with local partners around the world to journey with communities as they strive to be architects of their own development. As a community we will work together to support this important work.
Tonight, we celebrate our second Family Mass at the Cathedral. The masses have given us the opportunity to share our faith and reflect on what supports family harmony. The importance of how we speak to each other and using three powerful words, please, thanks and sorry all contribute to positive family relationships. Our challenge is to reflect on how often we use these three words and the way they can help us to be better people. Lent is the perfect opportunity to work on this focus as we strive to be the best version of ourselves.
Our swimming carnival was successful and I was impressed with the willingness of students to volunteer when we needed additional swimmers for events due to absence. Students were very keen to gain points for their House.
Kind regards
Mrs Kerrie Fraser
