Each year Mazenod College raises money for the Oblate Missions via a day called Mission Action Day. Fr Harry Dyer OMI has kindly shared a few words about how the fun fill fundraising day went.
Mission Action Day was a huge success for the Oblates Missions due the generosity of our families, staff, senior students, students, and sponsors. A special mention to Jennifer Vissenjoux and her team for their enthusiasm and ensuring all of us were aware of the real reason we celebrate MAD. The day commenced with an Easter liturgy in the Provence Centre followed by our students hitting the streets of Mulgrave for the walkathon. The Parents and Friends were generous with their time by being at the finish line and offering a well-earned Zooper Dooper to the students after their 5Km walk or run.
After this the students launched into the variety of fun festivities for the remainder of the day before being called to assemble in the Provence Centre for the drawing of raffles and the announcing of the winners from the various activities. A final blessing for a Holy and safe Easter was accompanied by the joyful enthusiasm of starting the holiday break.
On behalf of the Oblates, I want to thank all of you for your generosity towards our missionary endeavours around the world, particularly in our Asian Oceania Region which has resulted in $55,000.00 being raised. You can be assured that every dollar goes towards much need assistance and makes a huge difference to the lives of our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.
MAD CONCERT
On Wednesday evening March 20 our music department entertained a large crowd by generously displaying their musical talents to funds and awareness of the Oblate Missions. The concert night raised over $800.00 so a big thanks you to all who attended for your generosity. On behalf of the Oblates, and the people they serve in their various missions, I extend my gratitude and thanks to all who organised, participated, sponsored, and attended this most enjoyable annual event.
In addition to MAD, we also enjoyed March Madness Month where several different fun events were organized by our senior students. One of these enjoyable events was a version of the TV show ‘Family Feud’ which saw a team of staff versus a team of students. I am happy to report that the staff clinched a close contest with the final answer.
