Cultural News
Each year on the 13th February, Australians commemorate National Apology Day.
This is the day when we remember the apology that was made to the Stolen Generations and all those whose lives have been scarred by past government policies of forced child removal and assimilation.National Apology Day is a day to remember and pray for the children who were taken away from their families and homes. It is a step on the path to reconciliation. It is a commitment to right the wrongs of past injustices and is about building a bridge of respect between all people.
All grades at St. Michael's reflected on this day during their Religion lessons this week.
Call to Prayer
God of Justice, We come to seek your guidance, wisdom and compassion. As we pray for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who have been wronged in the past, may our hearts be open to receive your healing grace, so that we in turn bring healing to each other. We ask this prayer in the name of your Son Jesus Christ.
All: Amen.