Mercy Day at Santa Maria College is a day of service, reflection and community inspired by Catherine McAuley and the Mercy tradition. Students raise funds for Mercy organisations supporting people in need while learning how compassion, service and generosity can be put into action.
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Mercy Day at Santa Maria College brings students, staff and families together to celebrate the College’s Mercy heritage and the legacy of Catherine McAuley. The day includes Mass, student performances, Year 12 celebrations, games, food and fundraising activities, reflecting the values of faith, service and community.
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Mercy education in Western Australia began when Ursula Frayne and the Sisters of Mercy arrived in 1846 to educate girls and serve those in need. This week Mercedes College, St Brigid’s College and Santa Maria College continue that shared heritage through values such as compassion, justice, service and hospitality. The article reflects on a joint gathering that marked 180 years of Mercy in Western Australia and considered what this legacy calls educators to do now.
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What does it mean to truly appreciate the opportunities in front of you? On Reflection Day, our Year 5 students paused to pray, sing, create and connect, discovering how Mercy values shape not just their learning, but who they are becoming.
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Mercy Day 2024 at Santa Maria College was a special celebration filled with faith, unity, and community spirit. From a beautiful Mass to the announcement of the McAuley Shield winner, and vibrant fundraising stalls, the day was a true embodiment of the values of kindness, generosity, and celebration inspired by Catherine McAuley.
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