Chaplain

Students in Yr 9 have distinguished themselves by producing an excellent array of children’s books on grace. Grace is a fundamental principle in Christianity. Grace is the loving kindness of God to the underserving that cost him dearly.

It is the attitude of grace that stirred God to send Jesus to rescue us even as we turn our back on him. It is the attitude of grace that gently calls to us in our times of joy, sadness and despair. It is the attitude of Grace that ensures us that once we turn to him we do not need to earn his favour but enjoy his presence.

This concept of grace permeates our society in literature, song and poetry. Les Misérables is one example of a sweeping tale of grace. The man who experiences and embraces grace finds peace, a new life and generosity of heart towards others.

The father who seeks or welcomes home a son who had rejected him outright is another. God reaching out to us in a baby born in a manger who would grow to be a man upon the cross. He declared his love by giving his life as a ransom for humanity. This is the cosmic story of grace.

Our students were asked to produce a story that portrays the essence of grace. It did not need to be God’s grace but a tangible story illustrating grace.

There were a spectrum of stories, plots and characters. Heart-warming illustrations of paint, collage, photography and pencil drawing.

Interestingly many students grasped the ongoing impact of grace to bring reconciliation to relationships, restoring friendships and so bringing peace and hope. Here is the challenge many of them considered: how to extend grace to others as we live our lives. Thank you Yr 9 for effort seen in your beautiful books.

Parents Who Pray

In June we will resume a meeting for those who like to pray for the School. Many of you have prayed for the School throughout the Covid-19 events. This meeting will be a chance to check in and pray together. The School is trying to minimise the number of visiting adults on campus, so please join by Zoom:

Time: June 9 – 8.30am
https://redlands.zoom.us/j/2854144860

Meeting ID: 285 414 4860
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Ms Bronwyn Lihou
Senior Campus Chaplain
blihou@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9968 9830

Ms Fiona McKenzie
Junior Campus Chaplain
fmckenzie@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022