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News
20 September 2023
Hearts of Service: Nazareth Staff Reflection Day
Recently on Friday 8 September, the entire staff of Nazareth gathered for the annual Staff Reflection Day – an opportunity for employees from all career disciplines to set aside their usual duties and immerse themselves in the essence of Catholic Social Teaching.
A pupil-free day for students and a closure day for the Early Childhood Centre enables a rare occasion for our staff of over 350 members to come together and reflect on shared values and beliefs. Guided by the Nazareth theme for the year, “Companions on the Journey,” the focus for this year’s Staff Reflection Day was ‘Acts of Service,’ providing a unique opportunity for staff to connect with their faith and engage in acts of compassion for the wider community.
The morning began with each staff member selecting from a range of meaningful acts of service, all centred around social justice and ecological awareness. The aim was not only to make a positive impact on the community but also to nurture the sense of purpose and responsibility that Nazareth strives to instil in each member of its community.
From sorting toiletries for Catherine House to providing assistance at various Food Hubs and cleaning Adelaide’s beaches, the staff wholeheartedly embraced the opportunity to meet different environmental and social needs. One staff member, Cheyenne Lewis, shared her experience of making birthing kits for the Birthing Kit Foundation, saying,
“It was a humbling and rewarding experience that filled us with immense gratitude for the care and services we have access to in Australia.”
Following the service activities and a shared lunch, the afternoon session featured prayer and an inspiring talk by the renowned humanitarian Moira Kelly, accompanied by Angel, an extraordinary 11-year-old in her care. Moira, who has dedicated her life to doing good works internationally and across Australia, shared her journey and how her encounter with Mother Teresa at a young age ignited her belief in the power to change the world for the better. Moira has made it her life mission to care for sick and needy children and their families, providing them with comfort, hope, protection, and safety.
Read more about Moira’s story.
Angel, who was born in Pakistan with CLOVES Syndrome (a rare condition that affects fewer than 200 individuals worldwide), found support in Moira Kelly’s Creating Hope Foundation. Angel’s story is one of resilience and the triumph of the human spirit as she battles daily pain from the overgrowth of body tissue. Thanks to Moira’s care, Angel gained access to a trial drug with remarkable preliminary results.
Read more about Angel’s story.
Moira and Angel captivated the staff with their wisdom and insights, leaving everyone feeling inspired and motivated. Their remarkable stories served as a testament to the power of compassion and service to others, reinforcing the significance and meaning behind being ‘Companions on the Journey.’
“Our call to do all we can to support those in need is central to our fabric as a Catholic Community. Our Staff Formation Day enabled us to participate in some of the simple acts we can do to live up to this call,”
expressed Christian Martino, who coordinated the Day as Nazareth’s Assistant Principal Religious Identity and Mission.
“Simultaneously, it allowed us to gain insight into the profound efforts individuals like Moira are making to make this call central to their identity,”
he continued.
The Nazareth Staff Reflection Day, with its focus on Acts of Service and featuring the inspirational stories of Moira Kelly and Angel, served as a powerful reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a ripple effect of positive change. Each of us possesses an immense potential to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and the world as a whole.
As we continue to journey through the rest of this year, may we be filled with renewed purpose, compassion, and a unwavering commitment to serving others.
Acts of Service Undertaken for the Nazareth’s Staff Reflection Day:
ANGLICARE SA
Emergency Assistance Program at the Emergency Assistance Hub on Gilbert St
BACKPACKS 4 KIDS SA
Assembling backpacks
BIRDBOXES
Making Flat pack Bird boxes for Nazareth Gardens
BIRTHING KIT FOUNDATION
To pack 200 birth kits
BUSH FOR LIFE
Gardening at Hillbank
CALVARY CARE
Supporting Brighton Aged Care Service onsite
CAR WASH FOR COMMUNITY
Washing cars at Nazareth Campuses
CATHERINE HOUSE
Food Provisions
CATHERINE HOUSE
Sorting and packing toiletry bags for women
CENTACARE
Sing-along concert for/with the clients and morning tea preparation
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up Glenelg Beach
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up Henley Beach
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up River Torrens
HUTT STREET CENTRE
Paint/ draw on blank greeting cards, and then write messages of encouragement
JEAN HORAN KINDERGARTEN
Assisting at Excursion to the Zoo
NAZ CONNECTS
Cooking for people in need in the Nazareth Community
NAZARETH
Gardening onsite at Nazareth
OUR LADY OF LA VANG SCHOOL
Assisting in the classroom at Our Lady of La Vang
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Cleaning, organising, and setting up for serving coffee and tea at Hindmarsh Food Hub
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Maintenance gardening, cleaning sheds, stocktaking freezers, sorting items, crafty camp prep, cleaning
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Sorting food, toiletries, cleaning vehicles
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Sorting items, window displays and cleaning at Hindmarsh Op Shop
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE SA
BYO Groceries and cook Dessert and Main
ST HILARIANS AND FLORA MCDONALD
Writing cards for families and the sick
THE VILLAGE CO
Bag Packing on site and hear from the organisation
TREASURE BOXES
Packing and sorting donations for kids essentials
VINNIES SA
Art Mural for Men’s Shelter
VINNIES SA
Cooking for Fred’s Van
VINNIES SA
Sewing Canvas Bags for Vinnies
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Nazareth
Our Story
Our Faith
Our People
Our Locations
Our Facilities
Reconciliation
Careers
Contact
Learning & Care
Early Childhood Centre
Attending Our Centre
Primary Years (R-6)
Middle Years (7-9)
Senior Years (10-12)
Student Pathways
Career and Pathways Information
Vocational Education & Training (VET)
Work Experience
School-Based Apprenticeships
Industry Immersion
Microcredentials
Flexible Futures
Curriculum Handbooks
Careers Counselling
Faith Life at School
Wellbeing
Child Protection Curriculum
Learning Diversity
Opportunity
Student Pathways
Career and Pathways Information
Service & Leadership
Specialist Academies
Sport
Expressive & Performing Arts
Music
Digital Technology
Clubs & Programs
Beyond the Classroom
Faith in Action
Community
Community Engagement
Embracing Everyone
Be Involved
Playgroups
Graduate Life
University Partnerships
Wise Owls
Family Support
Parish Life
Enrolment
ECC Enrolment
College Enrolment
Book A Tour
Enrol Online
Enrolment Calculator
Fees & Finance
Year 7 Transition
Request a Prospectus
FAQs
News & Events
News
Calendar
Newsletter
Upcoming Events
Enaz Intranet
Family Info
Administrative Procedures
Bus Information
Cafes & Canteen
Communication
Curriculum Handbooks
Curriculum & Learning Support
Key Staff Contacts
Out of School Hours Care
Policies, Documents & Forms
Student Health & Welfare
Traffic & Safety
Uniform
Privacy Policy
Sitemap
Quick Links
Calendar & Term Dates
Newsletter
Upcoming Events
Fees & Finance Information
Canteen Ordering
Uniform & Fittings
Current Job Opportunities
E-Naz Intranet
SEQTA Engage
Consent2Go
Career & Pathways Information
10-12 Senior Years Information
R-12 Music Information
R-6 Sport Information
7-12 Girls Sport Information
7-12 Boys Sport Information
Contact Us
Central Administration:
8406 5000
Registrar / Enrolments:
8406 5012
Early Childhood Centre:
8406 5080
Findon Campus:
Primary Years (R-6) Admin:
8406 5100
Absentee Line:
8406 5105
Absentee Email:
click here
Flinders Park Campus
7-9 Administration:
8406 5300
Absentee Line:
8406 5305
Absentee Email:
click here
Kidman Park Campus
10-12 Administration:
8406 5200
Absentee Line:
8406 5305
Absentee Email:
click here
Uniform Shop:
8351 7486
OSHC:
0439 896 557
SEND ONLINE ENQUIRY
News
20 September 2023
Hearts of Service: Nazareth Staff Reflection Day
Recently on Friday 8 September, the entire staff of Nazareth gathered for the annual Staff Reflection Day – an opportunity for employees from all career disciplines to set aside their usual duties and immerse themselves in the essence of Catholic Social Teaching.
A pupil-free day for students and a closure day for the Early Childhood Centre enables a rare occasion for our staff of over 350 members to come together and reflect on shared values and beliefs. Guided by the Nazareth theme for the year, “Companions on the Journey,” the focus for this year’s Staff Reflection Day was ‘Acts of Service,’ providing a unique opportunity for staff to connect with their faith and engage in acts of compassion for the wider community.
The morning began with each staff member selecting from a range of meaningful acts of service, all centred around social justice and ecological awareness. The aim was not only to make a positive impact on the community but also to nurture the sense of purpose and responsibility that Nazareth strives to instil in each member of its community.
From sorting toiletries for Catherine House to providing assistance at various Food Hubs and cleaning Adelaide’s beaches, the staff wholeheartedly embraced the opportunity to meet different environmental and social needs. One staff member, Cheyenne Lewis, shared her experience of making birthing kits for the Birthing Kit Foundation, saying,
“It was a humbling and rewarding experience that filled us with immense gratitude for the care and services we have access to in Australia.”
Following the service activities and a shared lunch, the afternoon session featured prayer and an inspiring talk by the renowned humanitarian Moira Kelly, accompanied by Angel, an extraordinary 11-year-old in her care. Moira, who has dedicated her life to doing good works internationally and across Australia, shared her journey and how her encounter with Mother Teresa at a young age ignited her belief in the power to change the world for the better. Moira has made it her life mission to care for sick and needy children and their families, providing them with comfort, hope, protection, and safety.
Read more about Moira’s story.
Angel, who was born in Pakistan with CLOVES Syndrome (a rare condition that affects fewer than 200 individuals worldwide), found support in Moira Kelly’s Creating Hope Foundation. Angel’s story is one of resilience and the triumph of the human spirit as she battles daily pain from the overgrowth of body tissue. Thanks to Moira’s care, Angel gained access to a trial drug with remarkable preliminary results.
Read more about Angel’s story.
Moira and Angel captivated the staff with their wisdom and insights, leaving everyone feeling inspired and motivated. Their remarkable stories served as a testament to the power of compassion and service to others, reinforcing the significance and meaning behind being ‘Companions on the Journey.’
“Our call to do all we can to support those in need is central to our fabric as a Catholic Community. Our Staff Formation Day enabled us to participate in some of the simple acts we can do to live up to this call,”
expressed Christian Martino, who coordinated the Day as Nazareth’s Assistant Principal Religious Identity and Mission.
“Simultaneously, it allowed us to gain insight into the profound efforts individuals like Moira are making to make this call central to their identity,”
he continued.
The Nazareth Staff Reflection Day, with its focus on Acts of Service and featuring the inspirational stories of Moira Kelly and Angel, served as a powerful reminder that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a ripple effect of positive change. Each of us possesses an immense potential to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and the world as a whole.
As we continue to journey through the rest of this year, may we be filled with renewed purpose, compassion, and a unwavering commitment to serving others.
Acts of Service Undertaken for the Nazareth’s Staff Reflection Day:
ANGLICARE SA
Emergency Assistance Program at the Emergency Assistance Hub on Gilbert St
BACKPACKS 4 KIDS SA
Assembling backpacks
BIRDBOXES
Making Flat pack Bird boxes for Nazareth Gardens
BIRTHING KIT FOUNDATION
To pack 200 birth kits
BUSH FOR LIFE
Gardening at Hillbank
CALVARY CARE
Supporting Brighton Aged Care Service onsite
CAR WASH FOR COMMUNITY
Washing cars at Nazareth Campuses
CATHERINE HOUSE
Food Provisions
CATHERINE HOUSE
Sorting and packing toiletry bags for women
CENTACARE
Sing-along concert for/with the clients and morning tea preparation
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up Glenelg Beach
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up Henley Beach
CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA
Clean up River Torrens
HUTT STREET CENTRE
Paint/ draw on blank greeting cards, and then write messages of encouragement
JEAN HORAN KINDERGARTEN
Assisting at Excursion to the Zoo
NAZ CONNECTS
Cooking for people in need in the Nazareth Community
NAZARETH
Gardening onsite at Nazareth
OUR LADY OF LA VANG SCHOOL
Assisting in the classroom at Our Lady of La Vang
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Cleaning, organising, and setting up for serving coffee and tea at Hindmarsh Food Hub
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Maintenance gardening, cleaning sheds, stocktaking freezers, sorting items, crafty camp prep, cleaning
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Sorting food, toiletries, cleaning vehicles
PUDDLE JUMPERS
Sorting items, window displays and cleaning at Hindmarsh Op Shop
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE SA
BYO Groceries and cook Dessert and Main
ST HILARIANS AND FLORA MCDONALD
Writing cards for families and the sick
THE VILLAGE CO
Bag Packing on site and hear from the organisation
TREASURE BOXES
Packing and sorting donations for kids essentials
VINNIES SA
Art Mural for Men’s Shelter
VINNIES SA
Cooking for Fred’s Van
VINNIES SA
Sewing Canvas Bags for Vinnies
Share
In other news
06 Mar
Strong Women, Strong Community: International Women’s Day at Nazareth
Read More
16 Dec
Beyond Numbers: Celebrating Outstanding SACE Results and the Stories Behind Them
Read More
02 Dec
Real-World Learning at Mini Woolies
Read More