Faith Lutheran College Enews Issue 16 28 May 2015 In This Issue: (Click the links below to go to articles) • Lessons from Jonah Raising Money for Faith Lutheran College Confraternity Shield Rugby League Team 31st May at Fairways Tavern & Golf Club, Hattonvale • Uniform Shop Information • Musical News • Thanking our Community • Careers Expo 2015 • Peter Pan the Musical • Airforce Cadets are Now Recruiting • 2016 Buchholz Secondary School Scholarships 9am Arrival for 9:30am Shotgun Start ts s of spor Auction day bilia on memora • FLC Meat Sales 2 Man Ambrose format • Mayoral Speech Grand Final $25 per player, includes Hamburger and Raffle ticket • Health Centre News Book Now! Call 5465 6822 • Please Send Us Home • Year 11 and 12 ITS Assessment • TSXPO • Korean Homestay Information • Women In Science Conference • Careers Corner • Christian Life Week Camp Enews - Next Week Please note that Enews next week will be sent out on Friday 5th of June due to Staff Professional Development Commitments We apologise for any inconvenience. Date Claimers • Saturday 30 May TAS Round 5 • Sunday 31 May Confraternity Golf Tournament • Wednesday 3 June Debating Round 4 -Years 7, 8 and 10 ICAS Science Exam • Monday 8 June Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday • Tuesday 9 - Friday 12 June Year 10 Camp and Work Experience Group 1 • Thursday 11 June Year 6 Orientation Day • Friday 12 June Year 6 Orientation Day • Saturday 13 June TAS Finals • Monday 15 June All Year 10 to attend School Lessons from Jonah This week I have included an article written by Bonnie McMaken that I would like to share. I encourage all members of our community to open their bibles this week and read through the very short chapters of Jonah. Jonah needed to expand his heart toward others—we do too. Bonnie McMaken Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch is a staple villain in children’s literature. This ugly green miser loathes everyone and everything except his faithful dog, Max. His hate stems from his dysfunctional heart that is “two sizes too small,” and as a consequence he is simply unable to let any love inside. The Grinch is a humorous and whimsical character, so it’s easy to laugh at Seuss’s over-the-top description. However, we have all let our “inner Grinch” out of hiding, and when we see glimpses of this character in ourselves, it’s not so funny. The good news is that we are not alone in our frail, human state. The Bible is full of men and women who, despite their best efforts, suffer from a chronic lack of love. Jonah is one of the most striking examples of a heart in need of expansion. God calls, Jonah runs. He survives not only being thrown into the raging ocean but being swallowed whole by a large fish and housed in its belly for three days. While in the fish, Jonah prays eloquently to the Lord, thanking him for his hand of safety. After the three days are up, the fish promptly vomits Jonah back onto dry land unscathed. Faith Lutheran College Then, Jonah finally does what the Lord asks: He travels to Nineveh, an enemy of the Israelites, to proclaim the Lord’s judgment. The Ninevites almost immediately repent and are shown mercy by the Lord. The book ends with Jonah brooding over Nineveh, angry with God for the grace he gave to the people Jonah so despises. On the surface, Jonah seems to be about a melodramatic and fearful man who begrudgingly obeys God’s will and—in a surprising narrative twist— is actually angry when he is successful at his task. To truly understand Jonah’s bitterness and fear, however, it’s important we understand what Jonah is facing when God tells him to go to Nineveh. During this time period, the Ninevites were not only enemies of the Israelites but had violently oppressed the nation of Israel. God’s command for Jonah, therefore, is not just unreasonable. It’s terrifying—and seemingly impossible. These cultural realities are most likely a huge part of why Jonah runs from God’s will. He is naturally terrified of the enemy. Maybe he’s also afraid of failure. Proclaiming God’s judgment to an enemy nation is a daunting task. Perhaps Jonah figures the odds of the Ninevites heeding God’s command are too small for him to risk his life and dignity. At the core of Jonah’s trepidation, though, there is something even deeper at work: fear of triumph. Jonah knows that if he succeeds at winning over the Ninevites to the Lord, they will be shown mercy. That’s just the kind of God Jonah serves: He shows his abundant grace to undeserving people. Jonah, on the other hand, wants his enemies to suffer. Pastor Tim Keller says before Jonah confronts the idolatry of the Ninevites, he must first confront the idolatry in his own heart. Jonah, instead of confronting his idolatry, runs from it. In fact, he runs from the very “presence of the Lord” (Jonah 1:3). Even if Jonah doesn’t confront his own idolatry in the beginning of the book, he certainly seems to realize his dislike is there all along. In the beginning of chapter 4 he gives the Lord a seething “I-told-you-so” speech: “Didn’t I say before I left home that you would do this, LORD? That is why I ran away to Tarshish! I knew that you are a merciful and compassionate God, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. You are eager to turn back from destroying people.” Jonah understands the Lord’s character, his merciful history. He knows the Lord has been faithful to the Israelites and to him as an individual. Chapter 2 is an example of Jonah’s knowledge. He has the right things to say, and he crafts an eloquent prayer thanking God for his steadfast provision. But his heart is small. He does not want God to extend the same love to his enemies. Like Jonah, we often have the appropriate and religious words, and even the actions to match those words. But our hearts can be hard, unwilling to extend God’s love to others. Only God can expand our small, fragile hearts. He has given us his grace through the death and resurrection of his son, Jesus. Because of Christ working in us, our capacity to love others—even our enemies—increases. In fact, God promises this to his people: Scroll Down Faith Lutheran College Uniform Shop Information “I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart” (Ezekiel 36:26). When we say “yes” to God and his love for all people, he will stretch our hearts. This expansion is unpleasant at times, especially when he asks us to love people who make us uncomfortable or who have hurt us, but the challenge will bring our hearts closer to the heart of God. Written by: Bonnie McMaken, Sourced online As I mentioned in my opening paragraph, I have read this article so many times and felt great affinity for what it is was saying to me. I would also hope that each of you cannot only relate to it, but to see how these ideas relate to our processes of restorative practices here at Faith. We all need to look at the way we are acting and what prejudices and negative reactions we carry within us. Jonah is a part of each of us and we need to identify when we too are acting and holding on to unreasonable beliefs about others. In this age of instant communication we so easily say and share comments that are hurtful and uncaring. If we can all can seek out God’s will and listen to his voice often delivered through others, then maybe instead of running, sometimes we can stand tall and feel proud of ourselves. Seek out God’s will in all you do. Do all the good you can, By all the means you can, In all the ways you can, In all the places you can, At all the times you can, To all the people you can, As long as ever you can. Prayer for this week God of love and of life, let us take time to look deep within ourselves and discover the gifts you have blessed us with. May we take the time to direct our lives in a way that best uses our own unique combination of gifts. May our education help us discover where our strengths and interests lie. May our faith guide us in realizing our gifts. May we always be open to the direction of the Spirit and never forget the love you have for each of us. Give us, O Lord, the perception we need to look within ourselves and discover the beauty and gifts we possess. Give us the courage to show others the talents they have. Help us serve others in the community and in so doing build up your kingdom. We ask this through Jesus, our Lord. Amen. Yours in Faith Mrs Janelle Anderson Principal Uniform Shop hours are as follows: Monday 11:00am to 4.00pm Tuesday 10.30am to 2.30pm Thursday 10.30am to 2.30pm Libby Moore Uniform Convener Phone 0447 760 065 Musical News Cancellation of Back to the 80’s Rehearsal Tuesday 23rd June Due to many of our Musical Cast representing the College on the annual Dirranbandi Trip, the Musical staff wish to advise that the rehearsal scheduled for Week 10; Tuesday 23rd June will be cancelled. Enjoy a restful holiday and we look forward to working with the Musical cast again in Week 1: Tuesday 14th July from 3-5pm in CA Block. Back to the 80’s Tickets Please be aware that tickets for Back to the 80’s will go on sale to the public from Tuesday 9th June. Yours in the Arts, Rebecca Neale Musical Director Thank You Faith Lutheran College Dear Parents, Grandparents and Caregivers, Thanking you all for your contribution and support throughout this year. Special thanks to you for your active involvement in the life of the College, the classroom, the tuckshop, the voluntary activities, and in your own student’s learning. It has been a great privilege to have been given the opportunity to teach your young adults. As never before, parents, grandparents, caregivers , teachers and other school staff are working together. Thanks for all you do. In appreciation Mrs Janelle Anderson Principal In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to forget the very words that need saying most: Thank you, parents and grandparents, for your good words and deeds that make such a difference for children and schools. We want you to know how much you are appreciated and how important you are to your children’s education and school success. This list is a start, a way to say thanks for all that you do! by Dr. Dorothy Rich Celebrating National Week of Thanksgiving Monday 25th - Friday 29th May 2015 Scroll down Faith Lutheran College IPSWICH MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY JUNIORS PRESENT Broadway's timeless classic musical whisks you away to a place where dreams are born and no one ever grows up Our energetic and talented IMTC Junior performers will present this wonderful production suitable for the whole family. SHOW DATES:2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th July 2015 Ipswich Girls Grammar School Hall Queen Victoria Parade, East Ipswich Ticket Prices - $15.00 each (Adult at children price) Bookings Open 4th May, 2015 Bookings can be made online www.ipswichmusicaltheatrecompany.com.au by selecting the show date and clicking add to cart. Alternatively bookings can be made by calling Trisha on 0419749159 A Musical Adventure Based on J.M. Barries’s original play With permission from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children Music by George Stiles Lyrics by Anthony Drewe Book by Willis Hall By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd on behalf of Josef Weinberger LTD. London Airforce Cadets are Now Recruiting The 225 Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets (AAFC) are holding an information session on Tuesday the 14th of July at 1830hrs at the West Moreton Anglican College (WestMAC) Keswick Road Karrabin. The information session is aimed at 13-16 year olds who are interested in joining the AAFC and their parents/guardians. There is no requirement to be a student of the WestMAC to join 225SQN. The Australian Air Force Cadets is a youth oriented organisation that is administered and actively supported by the RAAF. Activities undertaken by the AAFC include flying, fieldcraft, adventure training, firearms safety training, drill and ceremonial, service knowledge, aero modelling, navigation and gliding, leadership, youth development and confidence. 225SQN are a local AAFC SQN who parade at WestMAC between 1745-2100hrs each Tuesday evening during school terms. There are also a number of other SQNs located within the South East Queensland region. Contact details and locations for all SQNs can be found by visiting the following link http://www.2wg.aafc.org.au/sqnlisting.html. If you have any family or friends between the ages of 13-16 and think they would like to join the AAFC, please contact SGT(AAFC) Kylie Wren on 0458 287 534 or email [email protected] Further information on the AAFC can be found at http://www.aafc.org.au/ Faith Lutheran College Lutheran Education Queensland 2016 Buchholz Secondary Schooling Scholarships The Buchholz Secondary Schooling Scholarships have been made available due to the generosity of the late Lesley Valerie Buchholz who left the bulk of her estate to the Lutheran Church of Australia Queensland District (LCAQD) to provide the opportunity for as many students as possible to attend a Lutheran secondary school who would otherwise be precluded due to financial hardship. Faith Lutheran College FLC Meat Sales The scholarships are awarded for the length of the child’s secondary education up to a maximum of six years (Years 7-12). It is ongoing in nature; covering the period of secondary schooling until the recipient graduates, is withdrawn, or has their enrolment cancelled by the school for which the scholarship is granted. The scholarship covers annual tuition fees, inclusive of compulsory levies, at a level of between 25-100% depending on the capacity of the family to contribute to their child’s education, and on the Bequest funds available. Selection Criteria Scholarships are open to: 1. Year 6 students yet to be enrolled in a Lutheran school that offers secondary education or secondary school- aged children who are seeking to move to a Lutheran school; 2. Communicant members of the LCA; or 3. Active members of other Christian denominations; 4. Families where ongoing school fee commitment would impose undue financial hardship. If you would like to receive an application package please contact the College Enrolmentoffice on 5466 9900 or [email protected]. Cheryl Pisani Enrolments Officer Did you know that Schultes will be selling FLC Lamb early next week? These prime lambs have been finished on grain in the FLC Feedlot by the Senior Agricultural Science Classes as part of their Lamb Feedlot Investigation EAI. Just ask the friendly Schultes staff for the FLC Lamb if you wish to make a purchase. FLC Chickens Our FLC finished meat chickens will be available for purchase at the end of this term, for $5 each. These are hybrid meat chickens finished on pellets as part of the year 9 Agricultural Science Poultry Breeds Investigation. Can parents who are interested in purchasing chickens, please email their order to [email protected] , so that I can hold the birds for them and arrange the paperwork? Thank you Orthodontics Student Discounts Evening Appointments Medicare Bulk Billing for Children’s Dental Scheme Shop 13, Plainland Plaza, 3 Gehrke Road, Plainland www.plainlanddental.com.au [email protected] Emma O’Shea Agricultural Science Teacher Mayoral Speech Contest Grand Final On Sunday the 24th of May, Year 11 student Molly Pitkin represented the Lockyer District at the Mayoral Speech Grand Final which was held in Ipswich. For this competition, Molly was required to present a 7 minute speech on the topic of ‘Are you Fair Dinkum about Ipswich?’ The audience included esteemed guests such as Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale and Lockyer Mayor Steve Jones. Molly won second place out of the eight competitors and was awarded a five year scholarship to Toastmasters International to further develop her skills of public speaking. Health Centre News Just a reminder to parents regarding the process to be followed if your student is unwell and needs to go home. If your child is unwell, they are to come to the Health Centre and contact will be made with parents as necessary. Please note that Students are not to contact parents to pick them up from school as this causes a lot of confusion amongst teachers, admin and nursing staff. Faith Lutheran College Please Send Us Home We have accumulated a lot of lost property this term and sadly most of it is unnamed. These items include jackets, track pants, hats, as well as water bottles and stationery. If your child has lost or misplaced any items, please come and check the lost property area in A Block Courtyard. Any unclaimed items will be given to charity at the end of this month. Following this simple guideline ensures that your child is being looked after and given the care that they need. Thank you for supporting the College in this matter. Warm regards, Janelle Newton ITS Assessment The Year 11 and 12 ITS Assessment item B/F due date has been changed to Thursday 28th May 2015. Mrs Anderson was present to hear Molly present a creative, engaging and thoughtful speech on Sunday and she presented Molly with her trophy, scholarship and certificates. Could students please ensure that they mark this change in their diaries. Congratulations Molly on a compelling performance and we wish you all the best for your future endeavours of public speaking. Gudrun Baesler ITS Teacher Kind Regards Matt Armstrong Debating Coordinator Scroll down Faith Lutheran College Scroll down Jangsan Middle School hosted our students during the 2013 and 2015 Korean Tours Korean Homestay Information Faith Lutheran College has a range of opportunities for families to host visiting overseas students in homestay. Our own students benefit greatly from overseas homestay families during our international tours to USA, Germany and South Korea. Similarly, we rely on the support of our families when overseas students visit Faith. We have a Homestay Membership Program where families simply indicate their expression of interest to receive information about any upcoming opportunities, then this info is passed on as it comes to hand. Once families are added to the Homestay Membership, there is no need to reapply for information in future. If you are interested in receiving more information about becoming a host family or joining the Homestay Membership Program, please email Andrea Blakely: [email protected] Newsflash: We now have two visiting groups of students joining us separately next term: Group 1: Puil Foreign Language School (Aged 15-17) 19-26 July 2015 (1 week) Faith Lutheran College Payment: Your family receives $500 per week for two students, twin-share. This money can go a long way towards saving up for one of the College’s overseas tours. Application Process Even if you have never hosted before, the process is simple. We will email application forms to all new homestay members, or you can collect them from reception or the Language Centre. Homestay orientation is provided to new families to provide information and support. Continuing Host Families If you have previously hosted, there is no need to re-apply, but please email me to indicate that you are available and would like to be considered to host next term. This is our one and only hosting opportunity for Korean students this year. Thank you to all families for your ongoing support! Korean Student Buddies Any Faith students in Years 7-10 have the opportunity to become a buddy with one of the AND Jangsan Middle School (Aged 13-15) 28 July – 16 August (3 weeks) Plainland’s Hardware and Rural Centre • • • • ‘Go Where The Tradies Go’ Hardware Tools Paint Timber Phone 5465 6648 • • • • Garden Gear Sheds Fencing Building Materials Cnr Cemetery Rd and Warrego Highway, Plainland visiting Korean students. This involves taking them to class with you for part of the day on certain days of the week during their visit, as well as taking them with your group of friends during some lunch breaks. Any students who would like to be Korean buddies need to sign up on the L Block noticeboard. Andrea Blakely Korean Teacher Raising Money for Faith Lutheran College Confraternity Shield Rugby League Team 31st May at Fairways Tavern & Golf Club, Hattonvale 9am Arrival for 9:30am Shotgun Start ts s of spor Auction ay d bilia on memora 2 Man Ambrose format $25 per player, includes Hamburger and Raffle ticket Book Now! Call 5465 6822 Women in Science Conference On Friday and Saturday the 8th and 9th of May Billie Carkeet, Siobhan Laing, Kayla Leigh, Jenny Baek and Elsa Matthias went to the Women in Science Conference hosted by St Aidan’s Girls School in Brisbane. There were three keynote speakers and then we each got to listen to three other speakers of our choice. The first keynote speaker was Jenny Martin. She is a protein crystallographer. This means she uses x-rays and crystals to investigate the chemical make-up of proteins. From this structure, she and her team are developing a drug that will replace antibacterial drugs. This drug should overcome bacterial diseases without the body developing a resistance to the drug. Jenny spoke in a very personable manner and was able to bring her research down to a level where everyone in the room could understand her. It was really interesting to learn not only about her research but also to hear about the history of her field of research also. Astrophysist, Tamara Davis was our second keynote speaker. It was absolutely mind blowing to touch even just the surface of her field of work. She discussed how she balances her sporting commitments with her research and her journey to her career in the field of astronomy. The one and a half hour presentation featured the LHC – which is a particle collider located in Europe. This was the first most of us had even heard of this machine, and she spoke of many other present-day machines that make her work so much easier such as the VLT or the Very Large Telescope. The last key note speaker was Dr. Eve McDonaldMadden, a mathematical ecologist. Dr Eve opened my mind to a field of science I never knew existed. Her presentation included some of her current and past projects involving some of the world’s most exotic animals and calculating their population, using formulas I had never even heard of. She was amazing, and it made me really question what I want to do in my future. Following her presentation she also spoke with me about the steps to pursue a career in her field. We also got the chance to listen to many other speakers who also worked in many amazing fields such as chemical, biological, aeronautical and mechanical engineering, pharmacy, surgery, and meteorology. There were many other available sessions, too many to list here. We loved every minute and learnt so much not just about career opportunities in science but also about the path leading to these careers. It was an amazing weekend. Elsa Matthias, Siobhan Laing and Billie Carkeet Conference Attendees Faith Lutheran College Careers Corner Australian Defence Force (ADF) Job Finder If you are interested in joining the ADF but find it difficult to choose an ADF job, use the Job Finder on the home page at http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/ to get you started. This is a short questionnaire that gathers information about you and then comes up with ADF job suggestions. Defence Work Experience Program This program gives young people an opportunity to experience the Defence Force before making decisions about joining. To find out what is available, visit http://www.defence.gov.au/workexperience/ default.htm (click on ‘Placements’ and ‘Qld’). Head Start at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) USQ’s Head Start program gives Year 11 and 12 students an opportunity to study university subjects while still at school. In addition the program provides: • Guaranteed entry into a related USQ program on successful completion of a Head Start subject • Fee exemption (the first Head Start course/subject is free) • Two points towards the Queensland Certificate of Education • Academic credit towards a USQ degree. The Head Start program is offered online and at Toowoomba, Springfield, Ipswich and Fraser Coast campuses. Some subjects are offered at USQ’s Maryborough Hub. Applications for Semester two are now open and will close on 29 June 2015. Find out more at http://www.usq.edu.au/headstart. Scroll down Careers Corner Information for future pilots PATS (Pilot Aptitude Training Systems) is a private organisation that prepares people for aptitude tests and interviews that are used by the Australian Defence Force and airline pilot cadetships (e.g. Jetstar, Cathay Pacific and Rex). For more information see http:// www.pilotaptitude.com/. InspireU Junior Engineering for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students The University of Queensland will hold this camp for students in Years 9 and 10. It will give students an opportunity to meet young engineers and be involved in laboratory experiences, mini lectures and site visits. The camp will be held from 7 – 10 July 2015. Applications close on 5 June 2015. Applications are available at http://www.atsis. uq.edu.au/inspireu-junior-engineering. New Agriculture degree at CQUniversity (CQU) CQU recently launched its new B Agriculture, to commence in Semester one 2016. Graduates of this degree should be able to fill roles across grazing, cropping and horticulture, as well as support services such as agricultural finance, business and consultancy. The course has close ties with industry in its development and delivery. Students will experience a combination of face-to-face delivery at the Bundaberg and Rockhampton campuses and the Emerald Faith Lutheran College Agricultural College and industry placements. An entry pathway through a Diploma of Agriculture has been planned for this course. Details of the course will be on the CQU website at https://www.cqu.edu.au/ later in the year. Updates from the Australian Catholic University (ACU) Life-less-ordinary website This is a new ACU website designed to allow students to explore ACU’s courses, meet current students and keep on top of key dates. The site can be accessed at http://life-less-ordinary.acu.edu.au/. This website does not replace the main ACU website at http://www.acu. edu.au/home. Uni and You Guide 2016 The Australian Catholic University has developed this booklet to help students transition from secondary school to university. It can be downloaded at http:// www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/future_students/ undergraduate/career_advisers/order_publications. What foreign languages can I study at university? Students studying at Griffith University, Queensland University of Technology and the University of Queensland can study a large range of languages. If the language you want to study is not available at your own university you can study it at another university through the Brisbane Universities Languages Alliance (BULA). edu.au/default.aspx for more information about how BULA works, how to apply and language scholarships. Queensland Police Recruiting seminars If you are interested in exploring the career opportunities within the Queensland Police Service, you can attend a seminar. Seminars are held throughout the year. Queensland Police also have a stall at most career expos in Queensland. Visit http:// www.policerecruit.qld.gov.au/seminars/ for dates and bookings. Queensland School of Film and TV (QSFT) Open Day and Info Evening QSFT invites people interested in the Film and TV Industry to its Info Evening from 6.30 – 8.30 pm on Wednesday 10 June 2015 and its Open Day from 10 am – 12 noon on Saturday 13 June 2015. QSFT, located at Annerley, Brisbane, offers a Certificate III courses in Media and a Diploma of Screen and Media. RSVP on the website at http://www.qsft.qld. edu.au/. The Careers and Employment section of this website at http://www.qsft.qld.edu.au/courses-careers/ careers-employment.html lists jobs QSFT graduates are trained for. Kevin McConnell Careers Advisor Languages available through BULA include Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish. Visit https://www.bula. Scroll down Faith Lutheran College CHRISTIAN LIFE WEEK CAMP 2015 Week 1: 29 June – 3 July 2015 (Coolum Cross Ridge A, Coolum Sunrise Lodge and Koojarewon A) Week 2: 6 July – 10 July 2015 (Coolum Cross Ridge B and Koojarewon B) Week 3: 21 Sept – 25 Sept 2015 (Tannum Sands ,CQ) THE JOURN EY OF A LIFETIME BEGINS NOW It is the best five days that has ever existed in the history of the universe CAMP PARTICIPANT EARLYBIRD PRICE $357 per camper Need more information? Call 07 3511 4080 or [email protected] Christian Life Week Camp is a five day live-in camp full of fun, friends, God, worship, challenges, activities and growth. For students in Grades 7 -12. REGISTER TODAY WWW.LYQ.ORG.AU/CLW SEE WEBSITE FOR FAMILY DISCOUNTS Scroll down
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