Compass No 667 - November 2022 | Pacific Lutheran College

From the Principal

It Is In Giving, That We Receive

Another great line in the prayer of St Francis of Assisi is “It is in Giving, That We Receive”. Wellbeing research often reflects on the importance of living for a purpose beyond ourselves. The importance of giving is part of the age-old wisdom of the Bible where in Proverbs we find a number of references to giving, including the encouragement to live generously. Each of us is aware of the feelings of joy or satisfaction that come from having given to someone else. Research has shown that our brains activate reward systems when we are involved in giving. We are wired for generosity. Letting go of oneself and focusing on the needs of others, provides tremendous freedom and space to act. Even thinking about doing something kind for others gets our minds into a different space. Our bodies relax and a smile can even sneak onto our faces.

God encourages us to give freely without the need for recognition or reward, to give out of love for people and all of His creation. In doing this, we recognise that all we have comes from a gracious God who has given generously to us. As we give, we are part of the flow of God’s blessing into the world. As we respond with generosity, lives change and there is a flow of joy, possibility and hope.

Principal’s Log

This week Middle and Senior College students and their families have embraced the opportunity to contribute to the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. In this small and simple way, we can make a difference to the lives of many families in our local area. Families who still wish to contribute can do so through the pastoral care group until Wednesday of next week.

It was a delight to watch our Middle and Senior College Rugby 7s teams, U13 Boys, U13 Girls, U14 Boys, U16 Boys and U16 Girls compete in the finals of the SCISSA competition on Wednesday night. The U13 Girls, U14 Boys and U16 Girls teams reached the Division 1 grand finals and played with good intensity and skill. All three ended up being runners-up and they can be proud of the way they played last night and the progress they have made this season. We thank parents for their support and our coaches Mr Andrew Block, Mr Cameron West McInnes, Mr Darren Hooper, Mr Joshua Danzey and Head of Rugby Mr Josh Cummins for their support of the growth of rugby within the College.

We congratulate the Junior C Girls, Intermediate A Girls and Intermediate B Boys teams for reaching the grand finals of the Sunshine Coast Secondary Schools Basketball competition. We wish them well for their games on Friday night at the Caloundra Stadium and encourage members of the community to come and support them.

As our Year 10 and Middle College students prepare for exams over the coming week, we encourage them to maintain routines that provide a progressive review and consolidation of learnings, including the use of summaries and mind maps to build connections. We wish students calm minds as they prepare for and undertake assessments in the coming week. Every small step of revision and preparation makes a difference and enhances skills for the future.

We say a prayer of thanks for God’s generosity to us and pray that we might respond with generosity to the needs of others.

Dr Bronwyn Dolling, Principal

From the College Chaplain

Giving in Secret

Christmas is just around the corner. Stores and shops have been focusing more and more on the festive season and enticing consumers to start buying their goods in preparation for Christmas. We are nearly at the end of another year which means Christmas-themed classrooms and activities will start to dominate students’ minds. The P-5 Carols Service is only two weeks away as well!

Christmas is a busy, but magical time for many of us. It is easy to get caught up in the festivities, gifts and merriment and forget about those who might be doing it a little tougher. Christmas for most is a great time and something to look forward to, but it’s not the same for everyone at this time of year.

At PLC, we try to get students to think about others more than themselves by providing opportunities for them to engage in activities that serve outside of their normal comfort zone. This term, there has been a chance for students and families to donate to the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal, by bringing in Christmas gifts (toys, presents and pantry items) to chapel this week, which will be donated to those who are in most need during this time. The response from the PLC community always delights me and this term was no different. These gifts and offerings will be greatly appreciated by those in the community who will value them more than we realise.

Take for example this response in relation to a previous donation to the Salvation Army: “A PLC family donated a yoga mat and the Salvos said that the person who received this mat was so excited by this gift that they were going to have the most comfortable sleep in a very long time!”

It is far too easy to get caught up in what we want and forget about the needs of others who might be struggling. I know that I suffer from this – far more than I care to admit.

In the book of Matthew, Jesus tells us that it is better to give in secret and not to boast about our acts of service. This is counter-intuitive to our human nature but is exactly what we hoped to achieve in our giving of these Christmas Appeal gifts. God has blessed us with so much and to be able to help others without them even knowing who donated is a reflection of the Christ-like attitude that we bring to each other.

We thank all the families who supported this outreach, and pray that you all have a blessed Christmas, all the while thinking of others! You just never know whose life you will touch, with even just a small gesture of giving.

Mr Mark Hauser, College Chaplain

From the Head of Learning K-5

Building Reading Stamina

What do teachers mean when they talk about building your child’s writing and reading stamina?

In your child’s academic report, building reading and writing stamina are often referenced as the next steps to improve achievement in English, and as a result, their achievement in all other subject areas. For example, if you can increase the amount of time you can concentrate and read, you are more likely to absorb more information and strengthen your vocabulary. If you can sit for sustained periods and write, you are more likely to improve your transcription and flow of ideas.

Why do we need to build stamina?

Research tells us that students who can read for 20 minutes each day are exposed to almost 2 million words. In contrast, a child who reads for only 5 minutes per day is exposed to 280,000 words. Reading stamina is having the energy and the concentration to focus on reading for at least 30 continuous minutes a day.

For students who lack stamina, reading is a frustrating and unpleasant experience, so they tend to read as little as possible. However, today, reading is a life skill needed for future success, as well as for the joy that a personal reading life brings.

What does this look like in the classroom?

In class, students engage in silent reading to build their stamina where they learn the behaviours and habits of independent readers.

How can we support our children at home to build stamina in reading?

Developing reading stamina is like training to run a mile in less than 8 minutes. Both require regular practice to increase energy and concentration (Robb, L, 2016).

Here are some ways you can support children at home.

• Make reading an activity to get excited about, not a chore

• Go to the library and choose books your child is interested in

• Brainstorm together what focused reading looks like and turn it into a visual

• Set the timer for 5 minutes and gradually build up

• Celebrate successes towards goals

• Ask your child questions about what they have read and get curious

• Create a quiet environment for reading to minimise distractions

• Learn alongside them

Lost Property Junior College

If you have missing uniform items, drink bottles, lunch boxes etc. PLEASE CHECK FOR THESE ITEMS AT JUNIOR RECEPTION.

Our lost property is to capacity- we would love these items to return home.

Mrs Sue Zweck, Head of Learning K-5

From the Head of Information Technology

Fuse Cup e-Sports

Last Wednesday, 2^nd November, 8 students from Years 7 to 9 represented the College in the final Fuse Cup e-sports competition for 2023.

The boys, Jack Shirley, Kye Feeney, Brian Iredia, Cody Maio, Fraser Duffy, Aiden Kearney Saxon Locke and Kaelyn Cleaves worked extremely hard on the day to achieve their very best result. The boys have been training over the last few weeks and honing their abilities in the higher skills of obstacle avoidance, sliding and manoeuvring while driving at high speed.

The morning was exciting and resulted in a playoff for a tied place in the Grand Final. Unfortunately, we missed the top prize but we were delighted to take second place. A great time was had by all.

Congratulations team. A fabulous result for the first time in the competition.

Mrs Janine Stone, Head of Information Technology

From the Head of Career Development

Careers News

A Chef apprenticeship at Tides Waterfront Dining (Year 12)

Tides Restaurant is looking to recruit a new trainee chef. If you have a love of cooking and seek the opportunity to train in an award-winning restaurant which offers fine dining at the highest level of cookery, this may be for you. You will need the desire to learn and be willing to work days and/or weekends, lunches and dinners (rotating roster). Please send your resume to 1chris.hodges@gmail.com or call on 5438 2304 and ask for Chris the Head Chef or Andrew the Manager.

A Taste of Le Cordon Bleu Brisbane (Years 10 and 11)

Wednesday 16^th November 2022, 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Le Cordon Bleu Australia, Brisbane

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to study at Le Cordon Bleu?

Spend an evening with our chefs and students and learn more about our programs at A Taste of Le Cordon Bleu Brisbane.

For one night only, you’ll get to indulge in French culture with a cuisine demonstration that will inspire your hospitality dreams.

Join us on November 16^th at 6.00pm at our Brisbane institute and discover why our students love coming to class!

Find out more here.

RBA | Introduction to Economics (Years 10 and 11)

Tuesday 22^nd November 2022, 10.00am – 10.45am

Online

An RBA economist will provide an introduction to the economy, the role of the RBA, and the benefits of studying economics.

Find out more here.

Queensland Police Recruiting Seminar – Sunshine Coast (Years 10-12)

Wednesday 23^rdNovember 2022, 6.30pm – 8.00pm

Maroochy RSL

The Queensland Police Service is recruiting real-life experience, to make a real difference.

Not sure about:

• Meeting the requirements?

• If you’re the right person for the job?

• Do you get paid as a police recruit?

• How you progress in the QPS?

• What is expected during the recruiting process and the cost involved?

These and many more questions will be answered during this Recruiting Information Session.

This information session is conducted by experienced, currently serving police officers. Not only will they explain the requirements for entry, but they may also give you an insight into their own experiences.

During the information session, you are welcome to ask questions.

Find out more here.

Outward Bound Gutsy Girls Adventure (Years 10 and 11)

Monday 16^thJanuary 2023, 8.00am - Wednesday 25^th January 2023, 5.00pm

Walpole

Outward Bound’s Gutsy Girls Adventure is a 10-day journey through some of the most spectacular coastal wilderness Australia has to offer.

Meet others who share a spirit of adventure and self-discovery. Journey through towering Karri trees and paddle the wild coastline of the Southern Ocean.

After ten days, you’ll see and appreciate life differently. You’ll be ready to take on the world.

Find out more here.

UniSC Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Excellence Scholarship (Year 12)

Value: $3,000 AUD per year

Open/Closing Dates: September 1^st 2022 – November 30^th 2022

The University of the Sunshine Coast Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships are intended to recognise, reward and encourage academic excellence.

Find out more here.

UniSQ Access Excellence Scholarship (Year 12)

Value: $4,000 AUD

Open/Closing Dates: August 1^st 2022 – November 13^th 2022

In 2023, UniSQ will offer three Access Excellence Scholarships to support students commencing their studies in a bachelor’s degree program (including dual degree programs).

Find out more here.

QUT Budding Entrepreneur Bursary (Year 12)

Value: $1,500 AUD

Open/Closing Dates: October 3^rd 2022 – February 17^th 2023

A bursary to support a student developing aspirations for entrepreneurial action by enrolling in the Diploma in Entrepreneurship at QUT College.

Find out more here.

Griffith Widening Participation Scholarships (Year 12)

Value: Up to $4,400 AUD

Open/Closing Dates: August 1^st 2022 – January 30^th 2023

The Widening Participation Scholarships are for students who have experienced financial hardship and/or educational disadvantage that has impacted on their ability to achieve their full potential.

Find out more here.

UQ Cairngorm-Kurrajong Scholarship Endowment (Year 12)

Value: At least $4,500 AUD

Open/Closing Dates: October 3^rd 2022 – November 21^st 2022

Provides funds towards residential accommodation to students who are experiencing financial hardship.

Find out more here.

Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development

Friends of Pacific

Connecting College and Community

Click here to follow our Friends of Pacific Facebook page.

Mrs Jenny Lee, Friends of Pacific Chairperson

College News

The Duke of Edinburgh Award

The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a leading youth development program for young people aged 14-24 years. The program aims to empower all young Australians to explore their full potential and find their purpose, passion and place in the world, regardless of their location or circumstance. It’s the largest structured youth development program in Australia, adopted in more than 130 countries.

To achieve the Award, each young person must learn a skill, improve their physical wellbeing, volunteer in their community and experience a team adventure in a new environment. There are 3 levels - Bronze, Silver and Gold, each progressively more challenging.

Alex, Year 11, has recently completed his Silver level after sailing on the South Passage up the East Coast of Queensland from Manly to Urangan over 5 days. “The 4.00am starts were hard, but I was with a great team of students from other colleges, and we learnt everything there is to know about sailing, including knots, navigation and steering. We had lots of laughs and were able to explore the Great Sandy Strait, as well as Moreton and K’gari Islands. I’ll shortly be commencing my Gold level and hope to do a residential project as well.” shared Alex

Alex recommends the program to anyone looking to learn new skills, have fun and meet new people.

The Duke of Edinburg Award offers adventures and activities to develop community-mindedness, perseverance, communication, problem-solving, showing initiative and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If you are interested in learning more about this award for possible application next year, please contact Mrs Lisa Muir (lmuir@pacluth.qld.edu.au).

Alexander Lee, Pacific Lutheran College student

Uniform Shop

Please arrange to visit the Uniform Shop during Term 4 for uniforms for next year to avoid the rush. Visits to the uniform shop are by appointment. Appointments can be made with the Main Reception on 5436 7300. Our Uniform Shop hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.00am to 10.30am by appointment and Tuesday afternoon 2.00-4.00pm.

Students transitioning from Prep to Year 1 and Year 5 to Year 6 will require Formal Uniforms for the start of 2023.

If your student is commencing Year 1-5 in 2023, please see the below pictures for formal uniform requirements. All these items are available in the Uniform Shop. Formal shoes for Years 1-5 are black leather lace-ups. Skate shoes, high tops and Mary-Jane style shoes are not part of the uniform.

If your student is commencing Year 6-12 in 2023, please see the below pictures for formal uniform requirements. Year 6 students require a formal hat to be worn with their formal uniform. The bucket hat continues to be worn with their sports uniform. All these items are available for purchase in the Uniform Shop. Formal Shoes are black leather lace-ups. Skate shoes, high tops and Mary-Jane style shoes are not part of the uniform.

We strongly advise all current families to please arrange uniforms for next year before the end of Term 4 2022. All new uniforms can be returned for exchange in Term 1 2023 if still in original packaging and unwashed/named.

New families will be given preference for Back-to-School appointments in January 2023 and appointments will still be required.

Uniforms ordered via Flexi-schools will be delivered to the classroom (Junior College) and the Wellbeing Centre (Middle/Senior College) up to Thursday 24^th November 2022. Orders placed during the holidays will not be ready for collection until after Monday 9^thJanuary 2023. You will receive an email advising when your order is ready, and it can be collected from the College Main Reception.

Year 9 Rite Journey

Please ensure all Rite Journey uniform requirements (including Blazers and Trousers) are purchased prior to Thursday 24^th November 2022.

Swim Trials/Carnival 2023

Swim Trials will be held from the first week of Term 1 2023 and school swimwear is required for all students in Years 3 to 12. To avoid the Back-to-School rush on these items, current families are strongly encouraged to purchase swimwear during Term 4 2022. It is advised that, when purchasing swimwear, it is tried on as they cannot be exchanged or refunded.

The last day of operation for 2022 will be Thursday 24^thNovember and reopen on Monday 9^thJanuary 2023. Appointments will be required.

Mrs Peta King, Uniform Convenor

School Photos Have Arrived

Photos were handed out this week to Prep – Year 11 students. Year 12 students will receive their photos next week on their Alternate Days.

Year 7-11 students: If you were away on Monday 7^th November when the photos were handed out, please collect them from Miss Sainty in the main office ASAP.

Prep - Year 6 students: Photos are with your class teachers.

If you did not order photos, you can still purchase them online at: www.advancedlife with the Online Code B7H8V9RR6

Ms Carolyn Sainty, Administrative Executive Secretary

Year 6 Canberra Tour Rebate

We acknowledge the Australian Government, who recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the Nation’s capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion, the Australian Government is contributing funding of $90 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards these costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the excursion.

Mr Paul Brace, Head of Outdoor Education

Library News

What’s Happening in the Library?

Library Escape Room

Last week, the library ran a pop-up escape room. One hundred students in Junior and Middle College took on the challenge. The library hubs were decorated as a haunted house and the students had to solve a series of word and number puzzles in order to find the key to escape the house. Thanks to Mrs Smith for her organization of this event.

Book Club

The final Book Club order forms for the year were delivered to Prep – Year 7 classes this week. Orders need to be placed online by Monday, 14^th November.

Ms Narelle Keen, Head of Library

Sport News

Year 7-12 Sport

Competitive Sport News

Basketball

Congratulations to our Intermediate A Girls, Intermediate B Boys and Junior C Girls for dominant wins in their semi-final matches last week. They are all through to the Grand Final on Friday!

The Intermediate F Boys put a huge effort in to their match and almost won their game as well. They had a great comeback and were within 2 points right at the end of the game. Unfortunately, they came up short of the win. Well done to the whole team and to their coach, Nick Masson for his great work with the boys. There was quite a good support crew there as well. A big thank you to all for their commitment to their team and for representing themselves and the College so well.

The Junior C Girls had a comfortable 64-18 win which looked easy, but it was only because the girls executed their game plan to perfection in one of their best games of the season. It was a great team performance. Well done girls. Eva Carey was our top scorer, Isla Lendrum and Tana Ajex were our top passers and Mya Masson was sensational at shooting! Ruby O’Neill and Summer Naumann were tenacious defenders. Well done to all.

Our Intermediate A Girls are our only “A division” team in the competition this year. After finishing the season with only 1 loss, they came up against 3^rd-placed SAAC. The girls had a great first quarter and looked like they were going to cruise to victory. However, some issues in offence let the opposition in and made it a close game. However, thanks to some great free throw shooting late in the game by Jazlyn Miller, some awesome 1 on 1 defence by Jess Watkins and a gritty non-stop effort from Laayla McAuliffe along with the rest of the team, they managed to secure a 30-24 victory. The girls will have to be near-perfect in order to defeat their MFAC opponents in the Grand Final, but with the addition of some players coming back from injury, a victory is certainly a possibility. This final will be a great battle. Well done to coach Brooklyn Graves for her work with the girls and expert coaching.

Intermediate B Boys got off to a strong start in a physical game and managed to hold their nerve when SAAC came back strongly to get within 4 points in the second quarter. However, some great team defence and unselfish and aggressive offence at the start of the third quarter sealed the game early for the boys. They held the opposition to only 4 points in the 4^th and managed to win the game 46-21! In order to get the win again Suncoast in their Grand Final, the boys will have to maintain their defensive intensity, attack the basket consistently, play smart and be able to keep their turnovers in the full court down. If they can do this, they should walk away with Gold! Well done to Mr Brad Burdon for his work with the team all season. Too many great performances to name players individually – a great team effort!

It would be wonderful to get as many spectators to our Grand Finals games as we can get (see times below). If you are able to attend, it would be great to have everyone in their PLC uniforms for this. Please remember that you are still on display representing the College, so all must be positive toward our team, opposition, referees and spectators. Let’s all enjoy a great night of finals basketball together without incident.

All the best to our three remaining teams and their coaches.

Grand Finals Game Times:

4.00pm – Junior C Girls @ Caloundra (Crt 3) v Siena

7.00pm – Int A Girls @ Caloundra (Crt 2) v MFAC

8.00pm – Int B Boys @ Caloundra (Crt 3) v SUN

SCISSA Rugby 7’s

Congratulations to all our players and coaches on a competitive and successful end of the season for Rugby 7s. There was so much to celebrate from last night’s fixtures, and I would like to express my sincerest thanks for the heart, sportsmanship and commitment demonstrated by all our Pacific players, coaches and supporters last night. Congratulations to our U13 girls, U14 boys and U16 girls who all progressed to the Division 1 grand final last night. This is the first time we have had a team in the Rugby 7s Division 1 final in Pacific history, and to have 3 in the same year is incredible. While our teams weren’t able to clinch the top spot, they should all feel proud of the resilience and determination that they showed on the field and know that they represented Pacific exceptionally. Our U13 and U16 boys, unfortunately, got knocked out in the semi-finals, but again should be proud of how they represented the College across their season. Thanks again for another successful year in Rugby, and I look forward to continuing to grow our program and providing more exciting opportunities for players to get involved next year.

SCISSA Tennis

Our PLC Tennis teams completed their last round of fixtures before finals on Wednesday afternoon. There have been some great individual performances within our teams, and a special mention needs to go to Isabella Welsh for taking out her singles game in Team 1 and Emanuel Espinosa for his win in Team 2. A big thank you to our students and coaches for their commitment to playing in SCISSA Tennis this term, and we look forward to more great tennis in 2023.

Ballinger Hockey Cup

Well done to our Year 7-9 players who competed in the recent Ballinger Cup Hockey tournament. This was the first time we have had a representative PLC Hockey team and all players represented the College exceptionally well. They had some tough games in their division throughout the day but still managed to play themselves into the 3^rd vs 4^th match. The students participated with great energy and we look forward to more opportunities for our hockey students in the future. A big thank you to Mr Brett Kersnovske for his time and energy in leading the team.

Representative Sport 2023

A draft schedule for trial dates has been put up on the SCISSA website for students and parents interested in district and regional sport trials in 2023. Please note that there may be changes as we head into next year, and updated information will be passed on to PLC students and families at the start of 2023.

https://scissa.asn.au/trial-information/

Student Acknowledgments

Congratulations to Rachael Kenny who has been chosen for the Calisthenics Queensland State Team. Rachael will now go to Brisbane every Sunday for training until the National competition in July 2023. Well done Rachael!

Key Sport Dates Term 4

Thursday 17^th November: Sports Awards Assembly (Yr 4-6 : 12-1pm, Yr 7-12 2:15-3:15)

Tuesday 22^nd November: St Andrew’s Relay Carnival

Mr Cameron West-McInnes, Head of Sport

Junior Sport

4-6 Gala Day and Sports Awards

Last Thursday, students from Years 4-6 enjoyed their last SCISSA Gala Day for 2022. Students had the opportunity to represent the College in a wide range of sports and it was great to hear many positive stories from both students and staff who enjoyed their day or friendly inter-school competition.

Congratulations to the following teams who were overall champions of their division at the end of the day:

Under 12 Boys AFL

Year 4 Girls Volleyball

Year 4 Mixed Water Polo

A reminder that the Years 4-6 end of year Sports Awards will be held next Thursday 17^th November in the College gymnasium. The awards will run from 12.00pm – 1.00pm and this year our special guest presenter is netballer Steph Wood who is the current Sunshine Coast Lightning Captain and Vice-Captain of the Australian Diamonds. Steph recently won gold at the Manchester Commonwealth Games and we are thrilled to have her join us for this celebration of achievement.

Parents are welcome to attend the awards.

P-2 Swimming Program and Carnival

The Prep - 2 Swimming program commenced this week with students attending their first lesson of this 3-week program today.

Dates for these Learn to Swim lessons are:

Thursday 10^th November

Friday 11^thNovember

Monday 14^th November

Thursday 17^thNovember

At the end of this two-week program students will participate in a fun, modified P-2 Swimming Carnival on Thursday 24^th November (Week 8). The carnival will run from 9.00am – 11.00am at the Kawana Aquatic Centre.

Parents are welcome to come along and attend this event and the Learn to Swim lessons.

Ballinger Cup Primary School Hockey Carnival

On Tuesday this week, a mixed team of boys and girls from Years 4-6 represented PLC in our first interschool hockey competition, The Ballinger Cup. Held up at the Sunshine Coast Hockey Centre at Buderim, the carnival involved primary school students from six schools within the Sunshine Coast

Our PLC team played seven matches on the day and qualified for the third vs. fourth playoff against St Andrews. PLC was able to win this playoff 2-1 which meant we finished in 3^rdplace at the end of the carnival. Well done to all players who represented the College and a big thank you to Mrs Fiona Schefe and Mrs Kim Kiernan who coached and managed the team on the day.

Pacific Pulse Surfing Contest

We are looking forward to once again hosting our annual Pacific Pulse Surfing Contest this Friday down at Kings Beach with the first heat in the water at 7.00am.

This year we have five other schools from all over the Sunshine Coast – Baringa State Primary, Buddina State School, Mooloolaba State School, Good Shepherd Lutheran College, St Andrews Anglican College as well as PLC battling it out to be named the champion school.

A big thank you to our major sponsors of the contest – Beach Beat Caloundra and Rob Williams Real Estate who have once again come on board this year and generously donated towards the event.

Student Acknowledgment

Well done to Will Fowler and Sam Schefe who have been selected to play in the Queensland Junior Country Championships for Water Polo at the Gold Coast in early December. Well done boys!

Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport P-6

Club Sport

Pacific Lutheran College has several sports development programs outside of school hours. These programs encourage participation, giving students the opportunity to be part of a team, and learn basic skills of the game.

The parent-led Pacific FC Soccer and PLC Netball Clubs compete on Saturdays in community competitions throughout the Sunshine Coast.

PLC Netball Club

For all enquiries, please use contact details below.

Email: netballpresident@pacluth.qld.edu.au
Facebook: PLC Netball Club
Instagram: PLC Netball Club

Mrs Donna Townsend, PLC Netball Club President

Pacific FC

For all enquiries, please use contact details below.

Contact: The Registrar
Email: PacificFC@pacluth.qld.edu.au
Website: https://www.pacificsoccerfc.com/
Facebook: Pacific Soccer FC

Mrs Rita Williams, Pacific FC President

St Mark’s Lutheran Church

Worship @ St Mark's

Sharing a common mission and ministry with Pacific Lutheran College

“Growing in faith and sharing God’s love with others”

Weekly worship services are held at 14 Bombala Terrace Caloundra at 9.00am. We are thankful that we can meet together each week for worship. As we do this, there are still physical distancing, and hygiene requirements we need to follow to ensure the health and safety of everyone in our community.

Our worship services are intergenerational with a blend of traditional and contemporary.

You’re welcome to follow us on Facebook and visit our Church webpage.

All are welcome at any of our services.

Pastor Ray Morris, St Mark’s Lutheran Church (0429 856 532 or lutherancaloundra@gmail.com)

Upcoming Dates

November

11 Pacific Pulse

12 ‘Elf’ the Musical – Junior production

17 Years 4-6 Sports Awards (12.00pm – 1.00pm)

17 Years 7-12 Sports Awards (2.15pm – 3.15pm)

17 Year 12 Graduation

18 Year 12 Farewell Chapel (8.30am)

18 Year 12 Formal

Compass No 667 - November 2022

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