As a Catholic school community, we are called not only to believe in Christ but also to be His witnesses in the world. Like Mary, our Blessed Mother, who responded wholeheartedly to God’s call with faith, courage, and humility, may we also say “yes” to Christ each day through the way we live, serve, and love.
Being a witness to Jesus is more than wearing a Christian name—it is choosing kindness over indifference, forgiveness over resentment, truth over convenience, and compassion over judgment. Every act of goodness, no matter how small, becomes a proclamation of the Gospel.
I encourage every member of our community to make Sunday Mass a priority. The Eucharist is the source and summit of our faith, where we are strengthened by Christ so that we can go forth and be His hands and feet in the world. As the Mass reminds us at its conclusion, we are sent to “go and announce the Gospel of the Lord.”
Let us also challenge ourselves to do good every day—not because it is easy, but because it reflects the love of Christ. We proclaim the Good News not only through our words but, more importantly, through our actions. When we show kindness, extend mercy, stand up for what is right, and care for those in need, we become living witnesses of the Gospel.
May Mary, our Mother, and the first disciple of Jesus, continue to guide us as we grow in faith, deepen our relationship with her Son, and inspire others through lives filled with hope, love, and service.
This weekend, 30 of our students will be attending the World Youth Day Auckland (1 August 2026). It will be a day filled with prayers, praise songs, receiving sacraments (Reconciliation and Mass, adoration, food, games and sharing of faith). Our students will be exposed to how good it is to live the faith. It is with great hope that they get inspired to share what they have gained to their families and friends.
May we always remember that we proclaim the Good News by doing the Good News and by showing the Good News.
Sacramental Programme
If you are requiring the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist) and the Sacrament of Reconciliation we encourage you to visit your local parish to receive these sacraments. We wish to make everyone feel welcome by allowing every staff, student, and parents to be part of all the activities in our Catholic College. Should you wish for me to help you connect to a parish, please feel free to email Mr Tamayo o.tamayo@sanctamaria.school.nz.
FORMED
All parents, students and staff are encouraged to make use of FORMED. Our school is subscribed to FORMED. Formed.org is a subscription-based website that offers Catholic faith formation resources. It includes movies, audio books, eBooks, and study programs. Formed.org is accessible on most smartphones, tablets, and computers.
To sign up for FORMED:
- Go to https://formed.org/signup
- Type 2016 for you organisation
- Type your first and last name
- Type your email address
Youth Nights and Young Adults Formation
Every 3rd Saturday of the Month, all our students are invited to be part of the Youth Night in St. Luke’s Parish. This is an opportunity for our students to learn more about their faith and be with like-minded people in having fun and learning. This is after the 5pm Vigil Mass.
Every 3rd Friday of the Month, Young Adults (mostly run by our alumni) gather at the lounge of St. Luke’s Parish to deepen their faith. They usually have guest speakers who are mostly professionals who share how they practice their faith in their different fields. All are welcome.
Yours in Christ through Mary,
Mr. Omar Leo Tamayo
Leader of Special Character Mission and Liturgy (DRS)