Chaplaincy at University of Melbourne
A Sister has been appointed Coordinator of the Sunday School activities. It is the most lively group of the parish and caters for almost one hundred children from of primary school age. All the Sisters are involved in the teaching, together with a good number of
Sr Delma Lamb is a chaplain to overseas students at Melbourne University. Being far away from home, these students have particular spiritual needs. Sr Delma has done many things to help meet these needs. Some of the activities and services provided are:
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Support student group COSDU. Each Friday this group gathers to celebrate the Eucharist or have sessions on various topics of faith and life
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Build a sense of community on campus
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Offer opportunities for prayer
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Conduct discussion groups in areas of particular interest (for e.g. faith issues, biblical study, religion and sexuality, feminist issues)
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Be available and provide individual counselling, spiritual direction, and mentoring
. As well as religious education classes, the children are involved in quizzes, singing competitions, dramas, cultural shows and other gatherings.
