Have you ever felt that you got closer to someone after they had died? I’m like that with my Dad. He died 14 years ago and I’m closer to him now than when he was alive. It’s not that we had a poor relationship, in fact it was pretty good, but it was a relationship that was limited by time and circumstance. Even though he was a very warm and sensitive man in many ways there was also a degree of distance and stoicism that marked the relationship between sons who have fathers who grew up in the 1940s and 50s and whose own parents had survived the Depression of the 1930s. They learnt to ‘sideline’ their feelings otherwise they just wouldn’t survive, even if such feelings sometimes found expression in over exuberance or anger and frustration from time-to-time.

The other thing about my Dad was that he and my Mum remarkably managed to raise a family of seven kids on a relatively meagre income, yet somehow shielded us from the inevitable constant anxiety this must have caused them. As a result of this, for some years Dad held down two jobs and some mornings would leave for work at 4.00am, not returning home until 6.30pm just as dinner was being served. In later years I watched my Dad develop a closer relationship with my youngest brother than he ever had with me, simply because he had a bit more time to enjoy his kids and by then I had left home to join the Brothers. I don’t resent it, I rejoice in it because it has helped me understand better what a fine man my father was. Even in the stoicism and sometimes awkwardness he never failed to remind me of how proud he was of what I had become.

AETERNA NON CADUCAThe Eternal not the Transitory

Marcellin College Randwick

www.marcellin.nsw.edu.au | mcr-secretary@syd.catholic.edu.au | Ph: (02) 9398 6355 | Fax: (02) 9398 9049

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Number 11 - 25 July 2014

From the Headmaster

I remember the final weeks of his life. I remember Mum bringing him to my office to share lunch one day. I was Principal at St Patrick’s Marist College, Dundas – the school all my brothers and I had attended and that my Mum and Dad had supported very generously including many years on the P&F. He looked across from the lounge area to my desk and asked if he could sit in my chair. I thought he might have been finding the lounge chairs difficult to sit in and needed to sit more upright to relieve the pain in a body racked with cancer. He sat there for some time in silence but he seemed content. Mum and I chatted away on the other side of the room and then he intervened: “I’m so happy. For 20 years I sat on the other side of this desk and now I can sit in the boss’ chair because it’s my boy’s chair. I’m very proud of you son.” He died not too many weeks later and it’s the most vivid memory I hold of him.

As the years have gone by my fondness for Dad has intensified. Somehow, things from the recesses of my mind come flooding to the forefront and I recall in a way I had never appreciated, things he said and did for me, my family, our neighbours and his workmates. A couple of weeks ago I watched the movie About Time, a romantic-comedy with a particular focus on the relationship between a father and son. The final scene is poignant. By this time the father has died and it enacts the memory of father and son skimming stones across the lake, something they had done together during his years of growing-up. There is intimacy in this action that is void of words. It reminded me of my youngest brother and my Dad in whose relationship I see embodied everything my father was for me, but in a different way.

I write about all this today not because I’m going through some indulgent phase of nostalgia but because of an article I read in the Sydney Morning Herald recently entitled “Talk to your sons or risk a world of pain.” (SMH 28-29 June 2014, p.30) It’s an article with lots of good advice, but like so much of what has been around in the last few years about parenting, it tends to turn

Above: Br David with his parents at his Final Profession ceremony (1995)

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parenting more into the work of a psychologist than a human being genuinely trying to do the right thing. Sure, talking more with your kids is often a good thing, and in some ways I wish my Dad might have done more of that with me, but sometimes what you model through your actions speaks just as loudly. Sometimes skimming stones across the lake together is more powerful than any words.

With my best wishes

Br David Hall FMS

Headmaster

From the Deputy Headmaster

The start of Term 3 marks the beginning of Semester Two at Marcellin College. In order to improve in learning, we must look back and reflect on what we have done in the past. The parent/teacher interviews last week and this week are such a valuable opportunity to sit with all of your son’s teachers and discuss Semester One. My suggestion to parents is to listen carefully to the teachers and the advice they have for your son and ask any questions to seek clarification. Following the interviews, I hope families sit down and plan the steps ahead in order to maximise the learning opportunities with a view to improve. The parent/teacher conversation does not have to end at the conclusion of parent/teacher night. I would encourage an ongoing conversation between parents and teachers via email to assist in the partnership of educating your sons.

At our assembly Monday I mentioned to the school that we have very high standards when it comes to appearance, behaviour, work ethic and respect. To be part of this community, every student must live up to these standards and be a positive contributor at Marcellin. With this in mind, I challenge every boy in the school to work hard, ask questions, meet challenges, get involved and respect everybody.

TERM 3 CALENDAR EVENTS

28 July - 11 August HSC Trial Examinations

Friday, 1 August Staff Development half-day - students dismissed 12.00pm Monday, 4 August Year 7 Reflection Day4 - 8 August Year 9 Camp Year 10 Work ExperienceTuesday, 5 August Year 8 Reflection Day6 - 8 August Year 7 Camp Yr 8 Activities Friday, 1 August Headmaster’s Assembly - Year 7-11 Semesters AwardsFriday, 15 August Headmaster’s Assembly - Winter Sports AwardsTuesday, 19 August Sports Photograph DayWednesday, 20 August Lionel Bowen Lecture SeriesSaturday, 23 August Old Boys’ Mass & Lunch - 10.00am

Friday, 29 August Men that Matter MassTuesday, 2 September Years 7 & 9 Immunisations

4 - 12 September Year 11 ExamsFriday, 5 September Old Boys v Students DebateThursday, 18 September Year 12 Graduation DayThursday, 18 September Term 3 concludes

These documents have recently been uploaded onto the College website. Please refer to the specific year group page for details. Year 7 Activities Week, Year 8 Activities Week

Year 12 Trial HSC Timetable

I would like to thank the boys, both supporters and players, for their behaviour at the MCC grand finals yesterday. Our students went to three venues across the city to support our rugby league and soccer teams in their matches. The boys were a credit to the College and I congratulate them on this. Well done to all the teams who participated yesterday, especially to my victorious U15 rugby league team (pictures right).

Well done boys!

Mr Peter Buxton Deputy Headmaster

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THE

LIONEL BOWEN LECTURE SERIES

PRESENTED BY

MARCELLIN COLLEGE RANDWICK

This year marks the commencement of an important Marcellin College initiative – The Lionel Bowen Lecture Series. In creating this initative, we seek to engage with leading figures in Australian society who have contributed significantly to the common good, and inspire others to emulate their example. The lecture series is a public event open to all in our Marist and Catholic secondary schools network.

This is what we want for the young men at Marcellin College – a broadening of their view of the world; an acceptance that with their privileged upbringing they have a responsibility to be good citizens who contribute to the common good. These are the themes that the Lionel Bowen Lecture Series seek to explore.

The lecture series is named in honour of Mr Lionel Bowen, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Old Boy of Marcellin College. Mr Bowen, who passed away in 2012, remains highly regarded for his significant contribution and service to the public at all levels of government.

I warmly invite you to join us for this special event. The inaugural lecture will be presented by Mr Jeff McMullen.

Br David Hall FMS

HEADMASTER

Jeff McMullen has been a journalist, author and filmmaker for the last 45 years, including long-running positions as ABC Foreign Correspondent and reporter for Four Corners and Sixty Minutes. Throughout his professional life, Jeff has written, filmed and campaigned throughout Australia and around the world to improve the health, education and human rights of indigenous people.

Mr Jeff McMullenInaugural Speaker

Marcellin College Randwick195 Alison Road, Randwick

Free admission

Wednesday, 20 August 7.00pm

RSVP (with number attending)

brian.vanetempest@syd.catholic.edu.au

Enquiries: 9398 6355

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On Friday evening, 18 July, the inaugural TAS, Music and Art Showcase was held at the Marist Centre. The event was to provide parents, staff and students the opportunity to see HSC major works in the areas of music, industrial technology, design and technology and art.

The showcase presented a range of artistic and technical work, including creative curved and angled timber work from Industrial Technology Timber, video animation and hyper real drawings from the Visual Arts Department, and innovative design concepts such as a floatation device to aid disabled swimmers from Design and Technology. Throughout the evening, visitors to the exhibition enjoyed a variety of musical items, including the talents of our singers, guitarists, percussionists and our jazz band.

The showcase was a great success. Special thanks to the staff who worked tirelessly to prepare the Year 12 students. We wish the students well in their upcoming HSC examinations and assessments.

Mr Bill Kostovski 2014 Showcase Coordinator

MARCELLIN COLLEGE RANDWICK

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From the Director of Teaching & M-Learning

Teaching and Learning at Marcellin into Semester Two has started with a bang, in more ways than one. Our building project continues, with the promise of some wonderful learning opportunities being created for our students. The sacrifices we are making at the moment will certainly be worth it in the long run. We’ve also just completed two very successful Parent / Teacher Interview sessions, and in week three will be holding our Headmaster’s Academic Awards Assembly. This assembly allows us to highlight the elite achievements of our students from the first semester.

Last week the College hosted a glittering evening where our HSC students showcased their Major Works in Industrial Technology, Design & Technology and Visual Arts, all in the backdrop of our Musicians performing their wares on the stage. On display for all to see and hear were not only the talents of our students, but also those of their dedicated teachers, who have supported their learning over the six years.

Next week sees the formal completion of the HSC Assessment Schedule with the College holding the HSC Trial Exams. These exams, in most cases are the last assessment task for our students in their HSC Courses. Due to our building work, the exams this year will be held at the Randwick Town Hall. We thank the Randwick City Council for their support and cooperation with this event. The College felt that holding the exams in our Marist Centre would not be appropriate in the context of the capital works project. Students involved in Special Provisions will sit their exams at the College. The Exam schedule is available on the College’s website. We wish our boys well in these examinations.

Mr Chris ShieldsDirector of Teaching & M-Learning

AETERNA NON CADUCAThe Eternal not the Transitory

The College has very little in our archives from the earlier years. We are seeking relevant items from families who would like to donate such memorabilia to the College. Please contact us on 9398 6355. Thank you for your support.

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St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal

The St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal has begun and we would like our boys to make a contribution towards the appeal. We are asking for donations of warm clothes such as jumpers, jackets and blankets. These can be new or second-hand items in good condition.

Items can be brought in over the next 4 weeks, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Baskets will be sent around to each Homeroom to collect the donations. If you have any enquires or large donations to make, please contact me on 9398 6355 or damian.chase@syd.catholic.edu.au

Mr Damian Chase Solidarity Coordinator

John Hennessey Financial Hardship Fund Raffle Winners

Many thanks to all who supported the John Hennessey Financial Hardship Fund raffle which was drawn at the HSC Showcase on Friday, 18 July. Money raised for the fund this year alone now totals $37,900.

The lucky winners were: 1st - Jack Cuthbert (Yr 12), 2nd - Tim Lawson (Yr 9) and 3rd - Mrs Angela Walsh.

Sacramental Program

We started the first session of the Sacremental program this week, and the boys are very keen. If your son is interested, or even just wants to find out about it, it is not too late to participate...

Has your son missed any of the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist or Confirmation? Do you want him to complete them? Do you want your child to have his faith to rely on when times get tough? This year we will be running a program for students who would like to come to a deeper knowledge of Jesus Christ and who express a desire to join the Catholic Christian family through the Sacraments of Initiation. Our hope is that students will be prepared for a life of Christian service as a result of the program. I look forward to assisting your son with his decision to further develop his relationship with Jesus. Mrs Mary Ivancic - Sacramental Program Coordinator

For all the promises of God find their Yes in him.”

“(2 Cor 1:20)

Tel: 0457 388 583

Tues 22nd to Sun 27th July 2014ST THERESE’S PARISH45 SUTHERLAND ST, MASCOT

Join us as we take time out to ponder life’s big questions. Our IN HIM event will offer times of reflection, prayerful music from guest musicians, and dynamic guest speakers who will lead us in pondering the following topics: Tues 22 July, 7:30pm: God’s love for you Wed 23 July, 7:30pm: Knowing Jesus personally Thurs 24 July, 7:30pm: Why we need a SaviourFri 25 July, 7:30pm: Night of MercyEncounter Jesus in this peaceful prayer event.Sat 26 July, 10am – 12:30pm: Prayer for Life (Morning Retreat) Experience contemplative prayer practices from our rich and ancient heritage that help us to grow closer to God and know his peace.Sat 26 July, 7:30pm: Grace to followWhat does it look like to follow Jesus closely?What help is available for me to do it?Tues –Thurs evening sessions will conclude by 8:45pm.Fri – Sat evening sessions will conclude by 9:15pmCATCH UP AFTERNOONSOn Wed, Thurs & Fri at 3:10pm, catch-up sessions will be held for the night before. They will include a recording of the previous evening’s talk, live music and reflection time.Our church will be open every day. Jesus waits for you there. Pop in for a visit!Would you like us to pray for you? Leave a message on our mission line.

MISSION LINE

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Marcellin College RandwickEx-Students’ Association

Annual Mass and LunchSaturday, 23 August 2014

An Invitation

10.00am Tour of the College by College Prefects11.00am Mass at Marcellin College Vaughan Centre12.30pm Meet at Coogee Surf Club

Cost: $70RSVP: 15 August - Sharon Elliot 9398 6355

Numbers are limited - please reserve your place early

Payments can be made by EFT to: (Please include your name)Catholic Development Fund: BSB 062-784 Account Number 4953100

We also accept EFTPOS over the phone.

If you are unable to attend but would like to make a donation to the John HennessyFinancial Hardship Bursary, please contact Mrs Sharon Elliot at the College on

9398 6355 or via email: sharon.elliot@syd.catholic.edu.au

Class of ‘75 (SC ’73) Scheduled for October 2015

Contact Matt Petersen: matt8888@bigpond.net.au

Old Boys 40th Reunion

Year 9 Debating Semi Finalists

Last Friday’s semi final against Lakemba at Lewisham saw the Year 9 Debating team given the negative side of the proposition– ‘Governments Should Take More Responsibility for the Planet.’ Using a series of excellent higher order examples drawn from politics and quality news media, the Marcellin team took the line that the government already takes responsibility for the planet, but that more responsibility for the environment should lie with the general public and the individual. While Marcellin were easily the match for Lakemba, the affirmative team team’s third speaker managed to convince the adjudicators that their team line was slightly more ‘on topic’ than ours.

I have thoroughly enjoyed coaching this talented team in 2014. Frank Strati has become an exceptionally confident first speaker and performed his duties as captain with considerable poise and efficiency. Oscar Strachan in his first season at debating developed an ability to tug the heartstrings of the most hardened adjudicator and Caleb Siles as the ‘smiling assassin’ could always be relied upon to charm audiences while ruthlessly demolishing opponents at the same time. Our substitute Timothy Lawson performed a highly competent second speaker role in one contest and assisted regularly in practice debates. I would like to thank the boys for demonstrating dedication and enormous camaraderie and spirit this season. I would also like to acknowledge the support of the parents and families who are a very enthusiastic, fun and helpful crew indeed. Also, thanks to Miss Greenwood for her energy and enthusiasm, and the Year 10 debating squad for providing quality opposition for the boys in practices.

I noted that in summing up the debate at Lewisham the adjudicators (there are three in a semi-final) pointed out that while both teams were excellent, neither had given adequate attention to the word ‘should.’ I would therefore like to make it quite clear that our Year 9 debaters should nonetheless be extremely proud of themselves.

Mr Ben Rice - Year 9 Debating coach

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WINTER SEASON – Rugby League & SoccerYesterday, Thursday 24 July, Marcellin was represented in five rugby league grand final matches and the A Grade soccer grand final (results included on next page).

Of the six grand finals we competed in, our teams were victorious in two. Special congratulations to the U15 Rugby League team, coached by Mr Buxton and Mr Chase, and the A Grade Soccer team, coached by Mr Sgouras on their victories yesterday, becoming Premiers for 2014.

Well done to all other players and coaches involved in the U13A, U13B, B Grade and A Grade Rugby League for their efforts and performances in matches yesterday. Our grand final results highlight the competitiveness of the MCC competition and how difficult it is to win premierships.

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENTSIn recent weeks, two of our students Campbell Graham (U15) & Nat Butcher (U18) represented NSWCCC in rugby league. Reaching such a level of representation is a fine achievement for these boys. Nat also achieved selection in the Australian Schoolboys U18 rugby league team as a result of his outstanding performances at the national selection carnival. While he competes in a team sport, Nat has excelled individually and thoroughly deserves such recognition. Congratulations and well done to both of these students.

From the Sports Coordinator

MCC ATHLETICSOur Athletics squad began training this week in preparation for the MCC Carnival to be held on Thursday, 21 August at ES Marks Field. For those boys involved in this squad, training will be held each week on Tuesday afternoon at ES Marks Field (3.45pm – 5.00pm) and Thursday at Marcellin Fields during regular sport time.

INTERNAL SPORTOur Internal Sport program is under way for Term 3. Boys in Years 7 - 8 will participate in their year group/house sport at Coral Sea Park, while Years 9 - 11 are involved in various Free Choice Sport activities. Year 12 boys will continue with the Literacy Program unless they are involved in MCC Sport.

Mr Luke MacNamara Sports Coordinator

Left: Congratulations to Campbell Graham (Yr 9) & Nat Butcher (Yr 11), members of the NSWCCC rugby league team.

U13B Rugby League. Marcellin v Holy Cross

Photos this page: U13B rugby league grand final. MCR v Holy Cross

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MCC Winter 2014 Rugby League Results

Date Round Opposition Under 13 (2B) Under 13 (2A) Under 13 Div 1 Under 14

17-Jul Semi-final DNQ Won 42-14 v Pagewood Won 16-4 v Pagewood Lost 24-12 v Pagewood

Player of the Match DNQ Ky Walsh Kobe Rugless Blake Chetcuti

24-Jul Final DNQ Lost 10-6 v Ryde Lost 22-18 v Lewisham DNQ

Player of the Match DNQ Fletcher Guthrie Sam Mison DNQ

MCC Winter 2014 Soccer Results

Date Round Opposition U13 Div 2 U13 Div 1 U14 U15 B Grade A Grade

17-Jul Semi-final DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQ Lost 3-0 v Kogarah Won 3-0 v Ryde

Player of the Match DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQ James Wrigley Adrian Lara

24-Jul Final DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQWon 0-0 (4-1 pen) v Kogarah

Player of the Match DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQ DNQ Claudio Fabiano

Date Round Opposition Under 15 B Grade (2) B Grade (1) A Grade

17-Jul Semi-finalWon 26-18 v Ryde

Won 16-8 v Lewisham

Lost 16-10 v Kogarah

Won 30-10 v Pagewood

Player of the Match Campbell Graham Nathan Filetti Bailey AlchinFraser GrahamAndres Rossini

24-Jul FinalWon 32-14 v Pagewood

Lost 26-8 v Kogarah

DNQLost 18-16v Ryde

Player of the Match Bobby Nader Anthony Halikas DNQ Tom Perrin

Photos this page: U13A rugby league grand final. MCR v Lewisham

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U15 rugby league grand final. MCR v Pagewood

B Grade rugby league grand final. MCR v Kogarah

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A Grade rugby league grand final. MCR v Holy Cross

A Grade soccer grand final. MCR v Kogarah