Religious Education

Religious Education

At OLGC, Religious Education is at the heart of who we are as a Catholic school. Grounded in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our teaching invites students to encounter God’s love, grow in
their faith, and live as witnesses of the Good News in their daily lives (Catholic Bishops of Australia, 2005; MACS, n.d.-a).

Our Religious Education program nurtures a deep understanding of Scripture, Tradition, and the Catholic faith. Students are encouraged to reflect, question, and respond in ways that shape both their hearts and minds. Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching, they learn to recognise the dignity of every person, commit to justice and peace, and act with compassion and service within their local and global communities (Pontifical Council for Justice and
Peace, 2004; MACS, 2022).

Faith formation at OLGC is supported through prayer, liturgy, and active participation in the Sacraments. The Sacramental Program forms a central part of our students’ spiritual journey:

● Year 4: Reconciliation and First Eucharist
● Year 6: Confirmation

Through these experiences, students deepen their relationship with Christ and strengthen their sense of belonging within the Catholic community. At OLGC, Religious Education is not only a subject to be studied but a way of life. Our students are formed as disciples who live out their faith in hope and love, inspired to bring the Gospel to life in all that they do (Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, 2019; MACS, n.d.-b).