Embracing Humility and Service: Reflections for Student Growth and Leadership

As we reflect on the grandeur of God's creation this fortnight and our place within it, focusing on Psalm 8 in P-5 and 6-12 Chapel Services and class devotions during pastoral care lessons, we were reminded of our humility as students and staff and as community. Humility calls us to recognise that the journey of our students at PLC—their strengths and talents, knowledge, and skills—is a gift from God. It is not about boosting our own ego and our place within it, but about using what we've been given to benefit others.

In the month of May, we have a special opportunity to put this spirit of service into action through the Red Shield Appeal. The Red Shield Appeal is a chance for us, as community, to actively engage in serving our communities, mirroring God's love for us in our love for others. Participating in the Red Shield Appeal can deepen our understanding of our calling as part of the creation and servants of God. It allows us to tangibly demonstrate our commitment to helping those in need, just as God cares for each of us.

By volunteering our time, talents, and resources to support the Red Shield Appeal, we assist those who are less fortunate and cultivate a sense of empathy, compassion, and social responsibility within ourselves. We embody the values of humility and service that are central to our identity as students and followers of Christ. Thank you to the leadership of Year 12 Service and Spirituality Captains, Kai and Kiana for their organisation and commitment to supporting the Red Shield Appeal and raising awareness through our College community.

Looking back on what has already taken place this term, in Week 2, our Year 11 students embarked on their first Leadership Day, marking the beginning of a journey toward harnessing their strengths and fostering collective leadership. Together, they explored how to leverage individual strengths to build bonds and enhance both personal and group leadership capacities. Alumni leaders from the College, as well as facilitators from Lutheran Youth Queensland supported the day program strengthening the enthusiastic participation and engagement from our 2025 leaders.  This first Leadership Day serves as a foundation for the students, preparing them for their second Leadership Day in July, which will focus specifically on the leadership process for 2025 Student Leadership Executive roles. Through these experiences, our students grow academically, develop as leaders, guided by the principles of humility, service, and collaboration.

A huge thank you to College Alumni, and Lutheran Youth Queensland for their facilitation of the Year 11 Leadership Day.

Ms. Leigh Finter, Director of Students