St Matthews Way Value Term 3:

COMPASSION

“As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord[a] has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.”

Colossians 3:12-13

Service: Active Volunteers

On Wednesday the 20th August, the Active Volunteering class went on an excursion to Whiddon Aged Care. This experience was significant for us for a number of reasons. Before we get into the details, we would like to thank Ms Redden for taking time out to take us on this amazing excursion and for organising this volunteering program. This program exemplifies the value of  ‘service’ and enables us to see that in action.

When we arrived on our first visit we needed to sign in and wear our masks. We were then taken down to the ward, where we were able to have a quick chat with the elderly residents and staff. We then joined them for chair yoga, which is where you sit in a chair while doing some exercise with your arms. The highlight of the day was the wonderful connection we all made with the elderly people there, they shared funny stories that made all of us laugh. 

A challenge we all faced was trying to communicate with some of the people, with lack of hearing and them not having enough power to speak louder. This is something that we will work on in our future visits, which will occur fortnightly. 

On behalf of St Matthew’s and the Year 10 Active Volunteering class we would also like to thank Whiddon Aged Care for inviting us and allowing these visits.

Willow Power  | Year 10

RISE

Please see Ms Redden to express interest and for more details regarding transport arrangements. Please note that finances should never be an impediment for a young person to attend. If support is required contact Natalia or Ms Redden.

   

Upcoming Liturgies and Events

Week	Date	Event
Every week	Wednesday: Break 1	Sacred Adoration
6	27 August	Yr 9 Mass
6	28 August	Yr 11 Leadership Day
7	3 September	Yr 7 Mass
7	6/7 September	Parish Mass School leaders to be involved.
8	9 September	Ozanam Feast Day
9	18 September	Y12 Prayer Partners Mass & morning Tea
10	24 September	Yr 12 Graduation Mass
10	26 September	St Matthew's Day Mass(12:30  -1:30)   Mission Frolic

 

Pope’s Prayer Intention

September 2025 Intention

For mutual coexistence.

For our relationship with all of creation

Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

Belinda Redden | Leader of Mission