Year 8 RE Students Celebrate Advent with Joy at Kalyna Age Care

As we journey through the Advent season, a time of hope, peace, love, and joy, our Year 8 Religious Education (RE) students have embraced the spirit of giving and joy in a truly heartwarming way. This Advent, they participated in a special project that not only brought joy to their own hearts but also brightened the lives of others, particularly the residents of Kalyna Age Care in Delahey.

To embody the true meaning of Advent, the students crafted personalised Christmas cards and baubles for the residents. The cards were carefully written with kind messages, expressing joy, hope, and the Christmas spirit. Each card was a heartfelt expression of their wishes for the residents, many of whom may be spending the festive season away from their loved ones. The students took the time to thoughtfully personalise each message, ensuring that the words would bring a smile and a sense of connection.

In addition to the cards, the students also created beautiful, personalised Christmas baubles. Using a variety of materials, the students worked diligently to design and decorate each bauble, ensuring that it would be a meaningful and unique gift. These baubles, hanging on the Christmas trees of the residents, serve as a reminder of the love and care extended to them during this special time of year.

This initiative not only allowed the students to express the Advent theme of joy, but also taught them the importance of community, kindness, and the impact of small gestures of love.We are incredibly proud of our Year 8 students for their hard work, creativity, and compassion in bringing Advent joy to those in need. Their actions embody the true spirit of Christmas and remind us all of the power of kindness and connection, especially during the holiday season.

We hope that this experience has inspired our students to continue living out the values of Advent throughout the year, spreading joy and kindness wherever they go.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and peaceful Christmas season.

Ms Jacinta Dykes - Faith Development Leader