House System

All staff and students are assigned to one of six Houses, each with its own identity. The Houses provide continuity and ongoing support for all students, with both formal and informal leadership opportunities. Students represent their Houses both within the College and out in the community.

Each House is named for a modern day prophet: inspirational men and women from every continent who walked in Christ’s footsteps in our time. As contemporaries of John Paul II, they represent his breadth of vision and generosity of spirit. We honour their lives and seek to take up their legacies through our Houses.

Our Houses include students from all year levels. A student remains within their House throughout their time in our community, building friendships and peer networks. As students progress to senior years, they play an important mentoring role for new students, learning through sharing knowledge with others. Students are also encouraged to pursue community projects through their Houses, building their skills as leaders, organisers and communicators.

         

Patron: St Katharine Drexel

Loving God,

We come before you with hearts full of gratitude for the example set by our patron, Saint Katharine Drexel, who dedicated her life to serving the marginalised and fighting for justice. Inspired by her unwavering commitment to those in need, we ask for the strength to uphold the values she embodied: Justice, Peace and Courage.

Saint Katharine, you taught us the importance of seeking justice for all, especially those who are most vulnerable. Help us to walk in your footsteps, standing up for what is right and defending the dignity of every person.

We also turn to our school patron, Saint John Paul II, who called us to be beacons of hope and to build a civilisation of love. May we, like him, be instruments of your peace, fostering harmony in our school and beyond.

Grant us the courage to face the challenges of our times, as Saint Katharine Drexel did with a fearless heart, trusting your providence. May we be bold in our actions, kind in our words, and compassionate in our service to others.

Lord, guide us in living out our values, Justice, Peace and Courage in all that we do. Help us grow in faith and love, always seeking to make a positive difference in our world.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Patron: Sr Isolina Ferré

Loving God,

We come together in your presence, inspired by the life and work of our house patron, Sister Maria Isolina Ferre Aguayo, who devoted herself to serving the poor and promoting social justice. May her example of dedication and love guide us as we strive to live out our values of Justice, Peace and Courage in our daily lives.

Sister Isolina, you taught us the importance of working for justice and uplifting the lives of those who are marginalised. Help us to stand firm in our commitment to fairness, equality and service, always seeking to do what is right and just in your eyes.

We also look to our school parton, Saint John Paul II, who called us to be messengers of peace and to build a culture of love and respect. May we be inspired by his example to promote peace in our school and our wider community, fostering understanding, compassion and unity among all.

Grant us the courage to face the challenges of our time, as Sister Isolina did, with a spirit of boldness and a heart full of compassion. May we be fearless in our pursuit of justice and peace, standing up for hwat is right and supporting one another with kindness and empathy.

Lord, guide us to embody our values of Justice, Peace and Courage in all that we do. May we grow in faith and love, always striving to serve others selflessly and to make a positive impact in our world.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Patron: Father Ted Kennedy

Loving God,

We gather in your presence, inspired by the example of our house patron, Father Ted Kennedy, who dedicated his life to serving the marginalised and fighting for justice. Guided by his unwavering commitment to the poor and oppressed, may we be strengthened to live out our values of Justice, Peace and Courage every day.

Father Ted, you showed us the importance of standing with those who are overlooked and advocating for their rights. Help us to follow your example by seeking justice for all, especially those who are most in need, and by being voices for the voiceless.

We also turn to our school patron, Saint John Paul II, who called us to be instruments of peace and builders of a world grounded in love. May his teachings inspire us to foster peace withing our school community, promoting unity and understanding in all that we do.

Grant us the courage to face the challenges of our time, just as Father Ted did with an open hear and spirit of compassion. May we be bold in our actions, compassionate in our service to others, and committed to making a difference in the world.

Lord, guide us in embodying our values of Justice, Peace and Courage. May we grow in faith and love, always stiving to follow your will and serve those around us with humility and grace.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

Patron: Wangarĩ Maathai

Loving God,

We gather in your presence, inspired by the life and work of our house patron, Wangari Maathai, who dedicated herself to the pursuit of environmental justice, peace, and human dignity. May her commitment to safeguarding creation and promoting human rights inspire us to live out our values of Justice, Peace and Courage in all we do.

We ask for strength, like the hummingbird, to show resilience in the face of adversity, and be present in our daily lives to stand up for Justice and Peace as Wangari did. Guide us to become stewards of ourselves, each other, and the environment, and to always be reminded it is the little things we do that make all the difference.

We also look to our school patron, St John Paul II, who called us to be agents of peace and builders of a society rooted in respect and love. May his example inspire us to promote peace within our school community and beyond, fostering unity, understanding and reconciliation among all.

Grant us the courage to face the challenges of our time, as Wangari Maathai did, with boldness and spirit of resilience. May we be fearless in our efforts to stand up for the oppressed, to protect our planet, and to work for the common good with compassion and empathy.

Lord, guide us in embodying our value of Justice, Peace, and Courage. May we grow in faith, hope, and love, always striving to make a positive difference in the world and to serve others selflessly.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

Patron: Marie-Hélène Mathieu

Loving God,

We come together in your presence, inspired by the life and mission of our house patron, Marie-Hélène Mathieu, who dedicated her life to advocating for the dignity and rights of people with disabilities may her example of love, inclusion, and advocacy inspire us to live out our values of Justice, Peace, and Courage in our daily lives.

Marie-Hélène Mathieu, you taught us the importance of recognising the inherent dignity in every person and working for justice to ensure that all people, especially the most vulnerable, are treated with respect and equality. Help us to follow your example by standing up for the marginalised and advocating for a world where everyone is valued and included.

We also look to our school patron, St John Paul II, who reminded us of our call to be peacemakers and to build a society based on love and understanding. May his teachings inspire us to promote peace within our school community, embracing diversity and fostering unity among all.

Grant us the courage to face the challenges of our time, as Marie-Hélène Mathieu did, with a fearless spirit and a heart full of compassion. May we be bold in our efforts to defend dignity of every person and to work for a world where everyone feels loved, accepted, and supported.

Lord, guide us to embody our values of Justice, Peace and Courage in all that we do. May we grow in faith and love, always striving to make a positive impact in our world and to serve others selflessly.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Patron: Cardinal Francis-Xavier Nguyễn Văn Thuận

Loving God,

We come before you in prayer, inspired by the example of our house patron, Cardinal Francis-Xavier Nguyễn Văn Thuận, who remained steadfast in his faith and commitment to peace and justice during times of great trial. May his life of resilience and unwavering trust in you encourage us to live by our values of Justice, Peace and Courage.

Cardinal Van Thuan, you have taught us the power of hope and love even in the darkest moments. Help us to seek justice for those who are oppressed, to act with integrity, and to be voices for the voiceless, just as you did throughout your life.

We also look to our school patron, Saint John Paul II, who inspired us to build a world grounded in love and unity. May his teachings guide us in promoting peace withing our school community and beyond, striving to be instruments of reconciliation and understanding.

Grant us the courage to face our own struggles with faith and perseverance, as Cardinal Van Thuan did, trusting in your guidance and strength. Help us to be bold in standing up for what is right and to support one another with compassion and empathy.

Lord, empower us to embody the values of Justice, Peace and Courage in all aspects of our lives. May we grow in faith, hope and love, always seeking to follow your will and to serve others selflessly.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.