St Clare's High School recently came together to celebrate a significant day in our school calendar - St Clare's Feast Day.  This day is a joyful occasion where we honour our patron saints, St Clare of Assisi and St Mary MacKillop, two extraordinary women whose lives continue to inspire our community. 

In the Catholic tradition, feast days are more than just a time for celebration; they are an opportunity to reflect on the virtues and teachings of the saints.  St Clare of Assisi, known for her deep connection to God, and St Mary MacKillop, who dedicated her life to education and helping those in need, both exemplify the values we strive to live by at St Clare's High School. 

Our Feast Day celebrations began with speakers from Ignite, Deacon Vince Ryan and Mrs Carol Healey who detailed their Catholic faith and how it inspires them to change the world.  Students engaged in making a Decade Ring out of beads, reflective of St Clare’s dedication to prayer and her faith.  We gathered as a community to celebrate Mass, where our community reflected on the theme of "light."  The light provided by St Clare and St Mary guides us, not only as individuals but as a collective, towards serving others and living out our faith.  The Mass was a powerful reminder of the strength and unity found within our school community. 

Following the Mass, the school grounds were alive with energy as students and staff participated in various activities and visited stalls run by our CLARE groups.  These stalls were not just about fun and games; they were an opportunity for us to put our mission into action - "Together with Christ, we serve our community."  All proceeds from the day went towards our Mary MacKillop Fund, which provides support to those in need within our school community.  We are proud to announce that we raised an impressive $1,400, a testament to the generosity and spirit of our students and staff. 

St Clare's Feast Day was filled with excitement, joy, and a strong sense of community.  It was a day where we not only celebrated our shared faith but also reinforced our commitment to serving others.  Through the example of St Clare and St Mary MacKillop, we are reminded of the importance of compassion, service, and living out our faith in our everyday lives.  As we continue to grow as a community, may we always strive to keep their light burning brightly in our hearts. 

Tanille Gardner
Leader of Learning - Religious Education