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Prayer
O God our Father,
we thank you for giving us Carlo,
a model of life for young people,
and a message of love for all.
You made him fall in love with your son Jesus,
making the Eucharist his “highway to heaven.”
You gave him Mary as a beloved mother,
and you made him, through the Rosary,
a cantor of her tenderness.
Receive his prayer for us.
Look above all upon the poor, whom he loved and assisted.
And make our joy full, raising Carlo among
the saints of your Church,
so that his smile shines again for us
to the glory of your name. Amen.
This week’s prayer recognises the world’s newest saint, Carlo Acutis who was canonised by Pope Leo XIV in Rome last weekend. Saint Carlo is remarkable as the first saint to be recognised having been born post 2000. Carlo was an Italian youth born in Assisi who dedicated his short life to the Church and especially to the centrality of the Eucharist within the Catholic tradition. He is an inspiration to many young Catholics with tens of thousands present in St Peter’s Square in Rome for the canonisation.
A rich school term
As a quick scan through recent newsletters would attest, although this term will only be a short nine weeks, it has been amongst the busiest for Sacred Heart College in recent years. The quantity and variety of activities for students across a range of spheres (academic, performing arts, sport, camps, etc) reflects the importance the school places on providing a holistic education for young people and enabling them to grow into the best versions of themselves.
Alongside a celebration of the term, I would like to offer another genuine expression of thanks to the wonderful Sacred Heart College staff and community who have supported this rich educational program with many hours and days of additional work and supervision.
End of Term Arrangements
- Tuesday 16 and Thursday 18 September Student Progress Interviews (5.00 – 7.00pm)
- Thursday 18 September Term three concludes
- Friday 19 September Student free day
- Monday 6 October Term four commences
SHC Father’s Day Breakfast
Last Friday morning, almost 500 members of the Sacred Heart College community gathered in the John Arthurson Atrium to celebrate the annual Father’s Day Breakfast. It was a fabulous celebration on a beautiful albeit crisp Spring morning. The opportunity for our students to celebrate their fathers, grandfathers and father-figures was a very special occasion. Special thanks to Janet Monaghan, the VET Hospitality students, Anna Higgs, Rowena Rokesby-Alder and everyone who contributed to this major event. All photos taken at the event are available further on in the Newsletter.
2027 Year 7 Enrolment Interviews
This week saw almost 160 students and their parent engage in interviews ahead of 2027 Year 7 enrolment offers being made. This process is special with the opportunity to talk to parents and young people about what they hope for in a Catholic secondary education always humbling.
Parents and families who remain interested in applying for an enrolment at Sacred Heart College for 2026 or 2027 are warmly encouraged to contact the College Registrar, Ms Rowena Rokesby-Alder (rralder@shckyneton.catholic.edu.au) on 54211200.
Bereavement: Your prayers are asked for the Munro family on the passing of Margaret Deans, great grandmother of Isla, Year 9 and Lucy, Year 12. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Hoping everyone enjoys a safe, restful and happy holiday break.
Yours in Mercy,
Dr Darren Egberts
Principal
