The Last Supper
Year 5 teacher Damian O’Bryan asked his class what food items they believed were at Jesus’ Last Supper. Here’s what they found out.
Year 5 teacher Damian O’Bryan asked his class what food items they believed were at Jesus’ Last Supper. Here’s what they found out.
Vinnies members symbolised their commitment this week, after not being able to gather as a whole group yet this year.
Vinnies Symbolise Their Commitment Read More »
The Bible is filled with examples of God’s love for His people. But did you know that the need to forgive is the second most important theme?
The Power of Forgiveness Read More »
With great excitement, the Student Ministry team recently presented the Students’ Prayer Book to the student body.
Prayers Written for Students, By Students Read More »
The feast day of St Patrick is a religious feast day, held each year on 17 March. It commemorates the anniversary of his death on this day in 461.
The Luck of the Irish: St Patricks Day Read More »
Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say they are giving up something for Lent? Jilly Landers, Director of Mission explains.
So What is Lent and What Does it Mean? Read More »
Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the Church’s season of Lent. This significant time in the liturgical season asks us to reflect on the needs of our brothers and sisters and be thankful to God for our many blessings.
Ash Wednesday: The Beginning of Lent Read More »
On Zero Discrimination Day, how can we do our bit to end discrimination and create a society of respect and acceptance?
Remove Laws That Harm, Create Laws that Empower Read More »
The Santa Maria College Ministry Team collaborates, reviews, and initiates creative ways for students and staff to connect with their faith.
College Ministry Team Leads By Example Read More »
As people of Mercy, we are called to Serve. Service means that we respond to those in need to improve the community.
Half of our Year 9 cohort trace the steps of the first Sisters of Mercy who arrived in Australia more than 175 years ago.
Year 9 Students Trace Steps of Sisters of Mercy Read More »
Years 7 and 8 students enjoyed a day away from the classroom this week to reflect on their faith through a variety of activities.
Students Reflect on their Faith Read More »
Sister Breda O’Reilly writes about a different way to provide service through her teaching of English to refugees and asylum seekers.
A New Way of Providing Mercy Service Read More »
After inviting Year 11 students to consider being an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion for 2022, 26 students have taken up the invitation.
Mission Blog: Witness of Love Read More »
Jilly Landers, Head of Mission, looks at the importance of relationships in this week’s Mission Blog.
Mission Blog: Nurturing Our Relationships Read More »
With Christmas approaching, and the launch of our Christmas Appeal this week, we are reminded of the story of the Good Samaritan.
Mission Blog: Be A Good Samaritan Read More »
As people of faith, we are asked to be beacons of light for others. When we shine our light, we can be signals of His life-changing hope.
Mission Blog: Let Your Light Shine Read More »
In the final of our Rosary series, we look at the Glorious Mysteries. These are the final of the three traditional sets of events in the life of Jesus and Mary.
The Rosary Part 4: The Glorious Mysteries Read More »
The words of the Rosary are powerful and filled with layers of meaning. This week we explore two of the FOUR Mysteries of the Rosary.
The Rosary Part 3: The Mysteries Read More »
If you have never prayed the Rosary, you might have no idea how to start. To help with the prayers
The Rosary Part 2: How to Pray the Rosary Read More »
The retreat was everything I did not expect! Year 12 students reflect on the profound experience of their Year 12 Retreat.
Listen: Year 12 Retreat Read More »
In the Mission blog this week, we have the first of a three-part series on the Rosary. We hope at the end of this series readers will have a deeper understanding of this beautiful prayer.
Praying The Rosary: Part 1 Read More »
Our faith-based Staff Professional Learning Day theme was Inspired: Honouring the legacy and living the mission of Mercy and included workshops around ‘Living Mercy’.
Inspired: Honouring the Legacy and Living the Mission of Mercy Read More »
Being a principal brings me much joy when I see the incredible opportunities that empower our girls in and out of the classroom. This term has been no different. Our teachers provided many experiences for our students to connect learning to life, develop personal strengths and build friendships.
Empowering Girls – Jennifer Oaten Read More »
Eight of our Year 10 students have been selected to participate in the Mission Ambassador Program in the Perth Archdiocese.
Mission Blog: Students Become Ambassadors for Mission Australia Read More »
The newly formed Student Ministry team is hard at work on the College’s strategic plan. Students from Years 8-12 were invited to be the student voice for all aspects of the College’s Faith pillar.
Mission Blog: Student Ministry Team Formed Read More »
At one time or another we all experience difficult times. It is in these times that we should turn to God in prayer.
Seeing God in Pain and Suffering Read More »
Our Seeds of Justice and Social Justice students had an early start last week to attend an online gathering of Australian Mercy Education Schools.
Mercy Schools Across Australia Meet Read More »
In recognition of our founders, parents from Santa Maria and Aquinas Colleges, embarked on a pilgrimage to retrace their footsteps.
In the Footsteps of Our Founders Read More »
“How blessed we are. It is glorious sitting here and looking at God’s creation before us. The river, the trees, clean air, the gentle breeze, the birds. We must never underestimate how privileged we are. Santa Maria College provides a truly special environment, in which to work and learn.”
Celebrating Opening Mass – Jennifer Oaten Principal Read More »