Our Josephines Celebrate 21 Years

On Wednesday 13 March, 130 guests gathered at Truffleduck to celebrate the Josephines’ 21st Anniversary. The Josephine’s were formed to provide an avenue for College families, in particular mothers, to stay connected and feel they will always be a part of this wonderful community that is St Joseph’s College Geelong.

We hold two social events annually in March and October. These gatherings are not only catching up with one another or making new friendships, we also raise funds to support the College Educational Support Program and the Paul Tobias Needs Based Scholarship. Funds for the Educational Support Program are used for purchasing equipment to enhance the learning and emotional development of these beautiful boys.

We host a special guest speaker at every Josephines event. On the evening we were joined by Paul Hulett, Executive Manager at GMBHA and board member of the Kids Plus Foundation. Paul and his partner Bec’s youngest, daughter Grace, has spastic quadriplegia cerebral palsy. Paul told his family story and all present were moved and inspired. Bec and Paul cope with adversity and hardship daily, with great support from extended family and services. The tremendous love they share was overwhelming and uplifting.

We were thrilled to be joined by Past Principal, Peter Cannon and past Development Office Managers John Fitzgerald and David Formosa. John and Peter were instrumental in the formation of our Josephine’s and we feel blessed to have been a part of this group for 21 years.

Thank you to Deb Nash and the Truffleduck team for the beautiful venue, delicious food and welcome.

Sadly, shortly after our beautiful celebration, our dear friend and fellow Josephine, Mary Hose passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with her beloved Jack and all their precious family and friends. Mary’s love is with you always, deep in your heart. A gentle, beautiful, quietly spoken lady has left lasting memories with us all. Now in God’s loving care.

Kate Parke & Maureen Bryant

Josephines Coordinators.

We look forward to our next gathering which will be lunch held on Friday 11 October at Mt Duneed Estate. Please save this date, all are welcome!