LIVE Twilight & VERVE Senior Retreat

Live is an event that is run by the Catholic Youth Ministry Wollongong, a combined initiative of the Bishop’s Office and the Catholic Education Office, providing opportunities for young people to explore their faith and engage in activities related to the mission of the Church.

The vibe of the evening was one of positivity, with many of the students engaging in ways both socially and spiritually. Some of the students felt that the night was, “An amazing time to connect with peers”, and “It helped me understand life and my faith”. We’d like to encourage everyone and anyone to come to our next Live event to further connect with their faith, and at the very least, celebrate the unity of our College and the friendships made within.

The Senior Verve saw visitors from the Mackillop Parish Youth Group join us to hear great talks from Miss Boughton about her adventure at World Youth Day in Panama, Mr Matt Watson (former student and now a teacher at St Francis Catholic College) and Miss Celene Watson (former student). All of the talks were thought-provoking and encouraged students to live life to the full. Thank you to the YMLs for their outstanding leadership.   

Winter Sleep Out & Winter Appeal

On the Friday of Week 9 (28th of June), Magdalene will be hosting the annual Vinnies Winter Sleepout which involves our students sleeping in rough conditions to simulate the plight homeless people face when they are sleeping on the streets in Winter. To get involved, grab your sleeping bag and a few of your friends, as we try to make this event one of our largest yet! For $20, you receive breakfast, dinner and snacks throughout the evening, as well as make a donation to St Vincent De Paul to improve the lives of those sleeping on the streets. We hope to see you there! Permission notes are out now. We are also putting the call out for donations of canned food, blankets, winter clothing to support the Vinnies Winter Appeal. So start checking pantries and wardrobes for quality items that could help improve the lives of others this winter. More details to come in the next newsletter including when to bring the items into school.

Youth Ministry Leadership

At an Assembly earlier this term the College’s 2019 Youth Ministry Leaders were badged to recognise their good works throughout the school and the wider community. The ceremony involved the Leaders receiving their badges from Mr McMahon and recognition for their community and social justice involvement, particularly at our Verve Twilight retreats, with intentions of inspiring the college community to engage deeper with their faith. Congratulations to our Youth Ministry Team! Applications are now open for our 2020 YML positions from interested Year 10 Students - see emails from Mr Collins for more information.

A Magdalene Mission Media by Liam, Tamsyn, Sean, Hayden and Josh