GSC Newsletter Week 6 Term 4

Good Shepherd College Newsletter
Term 4
13th November, 2014
Week 6
‘Blind’ Faith
Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his
disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving
the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus, was
sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that
it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus,
Son of David, have mercy on me!" Many rebuked him
and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the
more, "Son of David, have mercy on me!".
(Mark 10:46-48)
I have known several people over the years that have had failing eyesight. I think
the prospect of one day being blind would be quite frightening. It would impact your
life in so many ways.
Blind Bartimaeus must have felt frustrated to the point of being desperate. It seems
his blindness had made him an outcast and a beggar. As Bartimaeus begs by the
roadside, he hears that Jesus is coming, and he shouts, “Jesus! Son of David! Have
mercy on me!”. Although physically blind, Bartimaeus recognises Jesus as the
promised Messiah (the King and Saviour) the 'Son of David', and despite the
rebuking of the crowd he continues to call on Jesus as he passes by.
Jesus heard the cry of Bartimaeus. He hears us too. Don't let the disapproval of
others stop you from coming to him with your requests. Remember Bartimaeus. We
can all trust that Jesus' heart will be full of mercy and that He will help us in our time
of need.
Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me and help me. Keep me strong in the faith –
strongly connected to you – and resting in the knowledge that you will see me
through, no matter what! Amen.
(Adapted from the LCA web-
Principal: Mr Les Seiffert
Senior Campus
Ph: (03) 5571 2595
[email protected]
Deputy Principal: Mr Patrick Moore
PO Box 390
Hamilton Vic 3300
www.gsc.vic.edu.au
Junior Campus
Ph: (03) 5571 2236
[email protected]
Term 4
Congratulations!
We are delighted to hear about our students and their achievements here at
college and also within our community.
Last Friday I attended the opening of the TOP Art Exhibition at the Hamilton Art
Gallery. TOP ART is selected art works from VCE art students within the
Hamilton and surrounding secondary schools. Emma Rentsch had one of her
large pieces on display. Amie Menzel had a number of her works and also her
portfolio on display. If you go into the Hamilton CBD, go and view these works.
Hayley Simons won first prize for her photo she displayed at the Mosaic
Dunkeld weekend.
On Tuesday at Hamilton’s Remembrance Day march and service, Callum
Mirtschin made his first appearance as the snare drummer for the Hamilton Pipe
Band.
We are very proud of the talents of our students and also their participation in
the Hamilton wider community.
On Monday our senior Leadership
Congratulations to the following:
College Captains
Deputy Captains
Cultural Captain
Academic Captain
Sports Captain
Service Captain
team
for
2015
Leah Rentsch and Anthony Schultz.
Hayley Simons and Daniel Schild.
Laura Mirtschin
Hayley Simons
Will Linke
Sam Simons
Les Seiffert,
Principal
Emergency Management
Good Shepherd College staff recently
attended an Emergency Management
Training Refresher workshop. The next day
we then had to put into practice what we
refreshed ourselves with during the
workshop.
Putting our knowledge into Practice!
Junior Campus staff, Caryn, Tracey & Nicole
Right: Senior Campus staff Sue, Dee & Julie.
was
announced.
Sports Report
Last Friday and Monday nights was our final game of basketball for the year. It has
been a year that has seen great development in our players and coaches. I will remind
all players that they must return their basketball uniforms to school asap. Thank you to
everyone involved that made a contribution to the Basketball program this year. On a
disappointing note there are still a few families that have not paid their registration
fees. It is an onerous task to chase up these payments for staff. If you have not paid
please contact the office to arrange payment immediately.
Vicswim will be running week long intensive swimming programs during January 2015
at HILAC and Hamilton Olympic Pool. There will also be programs running in pools in
surrounding towns of Coleraine, Dunkeld and Macarthur. The cost will be $25, which
represents excellent value. Go online to www.vicswim.com.au for dates and details.
There is also a flyer available from the front office at the Junior Campus.
Kristen Brant represented GSC at the Western District Interschool event at
Hamilton College on Sunday the 9th November. This was Kristen’s first equestrian event
and she produced some fantastic results. She came 1st in Handymount, 3rd in Rider
Class and 5th overall. A great effort Kristen!!
Josh Read is heading off to Albury this Friday for the Zone Challenge. Josh will be
representing the South West U/15 team against teams from all over Victoria. Good
Luck Josh!
Rhett Beattie, PE/Sport Co-ordinator
The year 7 and 8 class of
Good Shepherd College presents
The Good Shepherd College HPV
team
A comical drama written by
Allan Mackay
4th December
2:00pm and 7:00pm
Good Shepherd College Junior
Campus
33 McArthur
street.
Free admission
depart
next
Thursday
20th
November to head to Maryborough.
They race on Saturday and Sunday. If
you are heading up that way, please drop
by and show your support to our
team if you can!
Our students
across both
campuses took
time out to
remember those
who served our
country on
Tuesday 11
November.
REMEMBRANCE DAY 2014
Wreaths were
placed under our
Australian Flag
followed by a
minute silence -
LEST WE
FORGET.
Calendar
Friday 14th November –Pirate Pete Performance at school
Friday 14th November-GSECS Movie FUNdraiser
Monday 17th November-Kookaburras visit the Primary Campus for lunch and play
Wednesday 10th December-End of year Family Christmas Party/Break up
Friday 19th December-GSECS closes
Tuesday 6th January-GSECS reopens
Kindest regards Jane Miethke, Director
Cliff came to GSECS with his tractor
today!
It was loud , and great fun to watch. All
the children watched from the sand pit
as Cliff drove the tractor, pushing a
HUGE tyre into our playground.
We watched Cliff with the tractor fill
it with dirt. It needed 4 scoops to fill it
to the top!
Now we have a new area in our
playground!
The children enjoyed testing out the
new play space, and really enjoyed
jumping off the HUGE tyre.
There was lots of estimating, counting,
climbing, and laughing by everyone!!
4th scoop
Today gave the children the
opportunity to connect with a person
within community.
Introducing some of our
2015 Foundation students!
Mia
Misha
Ka l e
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Ari
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Good Shepherd College Human Powered Vehicle
Sheep Manure Drive
$3.50 a bag Discounts on
multiple bags. Contact
Jenine Schutz after hours on
5572 4401.
Tim
e!
Community News
Friday 7th November, 2014
Hannah Rhook: for making great
attempts to read small words in texts.
Gabriella Rentsch: for achieving
excellent spelling test results.
Sharlene Doherty: for making
pleasing progress with her reading
and writing. Especially great when
she writes by herself. Top job Sharlene.
Zoe Rouse: for applying herself to
her reading and achieving great results. Keep up the fantastic efforts
Zoe.
Nathaniel Schulz: for fantastic
spelling results.
Liam Walsh: for many things: excellent state chess results, helping with
jobs in the classroom, leadership and
teamwork.
Casterton Pastoral and
Agricultural Society Inc.
146th Annual Show.
Friday 14th - Sun 16th Nov
www.castertonshow.com
www.facebook.com/castertonshow
Penshurst Show
6th December, 2014
Presents
REAL Scientist - Hands on
Activities - Wacky Fun
Fizzics Education
FREE 10am - 4pm
www.penshurstshow.com.au
Upcoming Events
Term 4 2014 - 6th October to 12th December
Looking Ahead.....
November
14
Year 12 Valedictory Dinner
14
GSECS Movie Fundraiser “Boyhood”
17 - 21
Year 10 & 11 Exams
Junior Chapel
21
P.T.F.A. B.B.Q. & A.G.M.
24 - 28
Year 10 & 11 Transition week
Collection
24 - 26
Year 4 Camp to Roses Gap
So far this term we have
26
Arts & Presentation Night @ Hamilton PAC.
collected a total of
27
Junior Campus Carols
$53.50
28
Year 11 Last Day
For Lutheran World
December
Services 2-5
Year 9/10 Leadership Camp
Ebola crisis, Liberia
4
Volunteers Morning Tea 11.00am JC
5
Year 10 Last Day
RSVP
9
Foundation and Year 7 2015 Orientation
For PTF reminder
A
Day
Also in
cluding BBQ & AGM
B
10
Junior Swimming Carnival at HILAC
Wed 19 asketball Brea
t
kup
h
Novem
12
Closing Service. Last Day of Term 4.
ber
Prayer Families & Church Service Times
Please remember the following students in your prayers:
Liam & Bailey Walsh, Ashley Wheelhouse, Matisse White,
Mark Wilkinson & William Wilkinson.
SCHOOL CHAPEL TIMES
(Unless otherwise stated)
Junior Campus: Friday 9:00am, Senior Campus: Thursday 9:00am.
Parents are most welcome to attend.
Sunday Worship
16th November
Hamilton 10:00am,
Cavendish 10.30am,
Coleraine 10.30am,
Eventide 10:30am,
Tabor 10.00am,
Tarrington 10.30am,
Warrayure 9.00am.
Term Dates 2014
Term 4: Mon 6th Oct - Fri 12th Dec.
Term Dates 2015
Term 1: Mon 2 Feb - Fri 27 March
Term 2: Mon 13 April - Fri 26 June
Term 3: Mon 13 July - Fri 18 Sep
Term 4: Mon 5 Oct - Fri 11 Dec
(subject to change)

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