A celebration of faith and service

More than 500 teachers and school leaders from Systemic and Congregational Schools in the Diocese, along with Chancery and CSBB colleagues, joined Bishop Anthony and clergy for the annual Diocesan Staff Mass recently in what was a great spirit of unity, and also recognition of many who have served Catholic Education for a number of decades.

Following the Mass, the Bishop commissioned and blessed the 23 newly appointed school leaders to loud and welcoming applause from everyone present.

However even louder was the applause to all those who have dedicated their lives to Catholic Education over many decades.

Certificates were awarded to 13 men and women who have served in Catholic Education for 25 years; four for 35 years; 14 for 40 years; one for 45 years and one – Kendall Perriam from St Joseph’s College, East Gosford – for an amazing 50 years!

Catholic Education.

Director of Catholic Schools Broken Bay, Danny Casey, “We aim to inspire hearts and minds to know Christ and to love learning. I think we have seen wonderful examples of this here. I am sure every parents and every child is grateful for the gifts and talents that each and every one of you brings to our schools.”

Another highlight of the occasion was the beautiful Acknowledgment of Country by Michelle Moylan, Learning Partner: Aboriginal Education and three generations of her family.