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Lent Lent at St Aloysius’ College has traditionally been a time that we see Project Compassion boxes, praying, liturgies, sacrifice and many symbols such as the ashes and the Cross surface. This year there has been an attempt to heighten the awareness of our students. Ash Wednesday was the beginning of Lent. The Year 3-8 Mass and the Year 9-12 liturgy were both celebrated by Rev Fr Smith SJ. Each had a unique presentation. The younger Years presented a liturgical drama scene that was directed by Mr Jed Hogan. The focus of the scene was understanding the importance of Ash Wednesday. The Senior boys liturgy opened up with Benjamin Muldoon (Year 12) speaking about what Lent meant to him. Both ceremonies had eight boys carrying seven crosses. The last cross was particularly heavy and conveniently represented Jesus and Simon carrying the cross. It will be these crosses and seven more that will be erected in the Senior School gardens as a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made. The crosses are made mostly from native timber that had fallen down as a result of the Christmas holiday bushfires. Once again the symbol of ash was recognised. Rev Fr Radvan SJ challenged the staff and students to find out why they thought God was not talking to them. This question is often asked by students and so Rev Fr Radvan used this idea to invite a number of students to prayer sessions every Friday of Lent. Each person is asked to do a number of reflective activities and will be hopefully drawn closer to God. I thank him for his thoughtfulness and thank the boys for their courage in undertaking such a wonderful journey during Lent. Mr Antony Sindone, Head of Religious Education, has also taken a number of wonderful initiatives through the Religious Education classes to help prepare the students for Easter. The following is an extract written by Antony to show what material is used. "Lent is about giving, not just giving up" Traditionally, the Catholic Church has assisted believers in their preparation for Lent by recommending Prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Prayer: Prayer can take many diverse forms - limited only by our imagination. Some of the following have been suggested by students in the past: Mass, reading the Bible/other spiritual material, meditation, contemplation, formal or informal prayer, the Ignatian awareness examen (page 3 of College Diary). His Eminence, Cardinal Edward Clancy, when asked by a group of young people about prayer suggested 5 minutes a day was a good starting point. Surely, We can all find five minutes a day for prayer. Fasting (Self denial): Students have often taken these very literally. We are all familiar with the "giving up of lollies" stage. The more self-disciplined and theologically sophisticated among us extended this to desert in general. Of course, fasting is not really about denying our selves sweets. The need to eliminate that, which stands between us and God, is as old as religion itself. The denial of even good things is beneficial. It helps to develop self-control in the larger arena, empathy with the poor, and tear down the idols that replace the unseen God (idols such as popularity, success, excessive desire for material goods). Limiting TV or PlayStation and using this time more productively (in giving of self ) is the essence of self-denial, which although meritorious on its own, is incomplete without the next stage of preparation, Giving. Almsgiving (Giving): The giving of money is the easiest giving of all. The real sacrifice comes in giving of our selves. Time spent with those in need or with family members is sometimes the hardest form of giving. Giving to those who cannot repay is the more difficult still. Students were asked to reflect and discuss these issues within the class. The boys were then asked to make a Lenten pledge. They were to choose one example from each of the three categories and commit themselves to it during Lent. You may wish to ask your son how he went with his Lenten pledge and if it made Easter a more significant experience for him." Mr Antony Sindone Head of Religious Education Lent will culminate this year with Stations of the Cross being held at all the College Camps, Activity and Reflection Days and Retreats. We hope that the importance of Lent will be recognised by our students and will be repeated next year. Mr Chris Gould Director of Pastoral Services 28
Senior School Sport Cricket This season has been one of our most successful for many years. Our major four teams are all placed in the top three positions in their respective competitions with one round remaining. The 1st XI, having beaten Xavier College and St Ignatius’ College, Athlestone during Jesuit Cricket week, also defeated both Trinity Grammar and Christian Brothers College Waverley this Term and are currently in third place on the table. The success has been all the more meritorious considering a large number of the boys are in Year 10 and 11. Captain David Coburn (Year 12) has consistently picked up wickets and has been chosen in the CAS 1sts, whilst opener Peter Fitzgerald (Year 12) has contributed with many fine innings. Young all-rounder Ian Skinner (Year 10) has developed enormously this season, collecting numerous three wicket hauls, plus adding significantly with the bat. There is plenty of talent in the other age groups too. The 10A’s, after a slow start, have won most games this term very impressively, whilst Mr Neville Williams’ 9A’s remain undefeated. Aaron Hickey (Year 9), son of ex SAC teacher John, and Joe Clark (Year 9), son of Brian Clark (SAC 1968), Old Boy and former 1st XI player, have stood out this Term with many fine performances. The 7A’s have won their last two games with some inspired bowling and fielding displays. Some of the standout efforts from various teams through the Term include the following: Aaron Hickey - 5/9 (9A’s) Jeremy Charkos - 6/25 (4th XI) Paul O’Byrne - 76 not out (1st XI) Joe Clark - 85 not out (9A’s) Ed Clark - 6/3 (7A’s) Dominic Nolan - 6/8 (10A’s) Alex Hammerton - 5/6 (8B’s) Patrick Lindsay - 5/21 (2nd XI) Basketball The 1st V finished the closest of 3rds in the CAS competition under new coach Andrew Svaldenis. The team won 7 out of 10 games but finished behind Trinity Grammar (1 loss) and Knox Grammar (2 losses). A crucial 1-point loss to Trinity Grammar midway through this Term cost the team a share of the premiership. The highlight of this term was undoubtedly the 36 point beating the team gave Knox Grammar in the second last round of the competition. Knox’s defeat of the previously undefeated Trinity in the last round robbed the team of second placing. Captain Martin Mikulicin (Year 12) and Matthew Unicomb (Year 12), our two State representatives, farewell the team after playing in the 1st V for four seasons. Both boys have again been chosen in the CAS 1sts teams. Six of the squad however return next year to ensure that the 1st V will again be competitive in 2003. The 7ths were our most successful team winning 8 games and drawing 1 from 10 matches. In younger age groups, the 9A’s, coached by Old Boy Michael Williams (SAC 1999) and 8A’s under the care of Coaching Director Mr Chris Dutton, were our best performing teams. Tennis The 1st IV had a disappointing finish to the season but missed key players throughout the rounds. John Ganderton (Year 11), runner-up in the NSW Schoolboys Singles Championships during the Christmas Holidays and Stephen Goh (Year 8), recently selected in the CIS 1st IV, were away for vital games. The last two loses probably cost the team third placing in the CAS. However the team is confident they can repeat the effort of last year and win the winter competition with all players available. Captain Ross Lalic (Year 11) played consistently well right throughout the competition rounds. Our junior teams however, the Year 8’s and Year 7’s have been highly successful winning most of their matches. Waterpolo The 1sts had a most successful season finishing 3rd in the combined CAS/GPS competition. They were the best placed of the CAS schools. Captain Peter De Gail (Year 12) was honoured by being picked in the NSW under 20 team and the NSW Schoolboys team. Goalie, Richard Smith (Year 11) also trialled for CIS and Todd Miller (Year 9) was picked in the CIS Development Squad. The team was well coached by Old Boy Sam Nolan (SAC 1999). Two other Old Boys Matthew Edwards (SAC 1999) (U16’s) and Alistair Dalzell (SAC 1999) (U14’s) were also involved in the coaching with Mr Paul Tame, Sports and Cadet Assistant at the College, taking over as MIC. Volleyball The 1sts, under outside coach Chris Barton, were placed second in their competition, only 1 point behind eventual winners Trinity Grammar. The team has set its sights on winning the winter competition with virtually all players available. The 3rds went through the season undefeated winning most of their games in impressive style. The College fields three volleyball teams, with boys only from Year 11 and 12 allowed to play as the competition is restricted to opens players only. Swimming The College team finished a creditable 5th at the recent CAS Championships, pulling more points than last year. Christian Brothers College 29
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