The Year 12 Reflection Day was held at The Hermitage Mittagong earlier this week. Having finished their Trial examinations, and with just a few weeks until Graduation, it was an opportunity for the young men to look back on their time at Greg’s, celebrate the present, and look to the future.
‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbour as yourself; do this, and you will live.’
This Scripture verse was the theme for the day. With a combination of activities including puzzles to exercise the mind, ethical dilemmas relying on emotions, and a tug-o-war battle demonstrating strength, we explored what it means to be fully human and fully alive.
A highlight of the day was our Guest speaker Mr Andrew Voss, who left the boys with some challenging take-aways: avoid the should haves, take up every opportunity, be grateful to the people who have helped you get here and always remember that the Gregs’ crest is over your heart.
We finished the day with a celebration of Eucharist. We are blessed to have the Carmelite Fathers support us in this important part of our lives as Catholic people.