"It is good for us to be here." The word's of St. Peter at the moment of the Transfiguration of Jesus are certainly fitting at this moment of new beginnings. St. Peter was in awe at the realization that Jesus was indeed the long promised Messiah for the people of Israel. He was perhaps aware that something wonderful was about to happen. We too should be amazed at the incredible opportunity this new year presents each of us. Certainly to learn new facts and grow intellectually. As a Catholic School Community we should also be aware that we have the opportunity to grow in our relationship with God over the coming months. It may be in small things like listening attentively during the morning prayer or perhaps in a bigger way by participating in a Social Justice activity like the canned food drive. God waits for us each day to invite him into our lives and just as St. Peter was amazed at witnessing the transformation of Jesus we can look forward to being amazed at what God is wanting to do in our lives. Let us pray that each day we take that brief moment to invite God to be with us and then trust that he walks each step with us always. Good luck in your classes and peace be with you always.

Mr. Pappin, Chaplaincy Lead