McAuley is extremely proud of the number of Bronze Awards have been presented by Mr Moore for students who have received 10 Mercy Awards. Mercy awards are given to students by teachers for displaying the Mercy values which underpin all that takes place at the School.

Mercy is defined as empathy or love that manifests itself in action that is practical and thoughtful, warm and open, respectful and enabling. The value of mercy is inextricably linked to compassion, justice, dignity, excellence, hospitality, stewardship.

Mercy … not only bestows benefits, but receives and pardons again and again …. Catherine McAuley

Compassion is a non-judgmental understanding of another’s need, which results in unselfish giving to meet that need.

Let charity be our badge of honour … so that it may truly be said, there is in us but one heart and one soul in God...... Catherine McAuley

Justice is the treatment of each person with fairness in relation to the equality of all, and the maintenance of a balanced and fair relationship with self and all members of the community.

Never speak with contempt of any nation, profession, or class of people … Catherine McAuley

Dignity is the treatment of each person with respect and the recognition of their inherent value and worth.

Now and again bestow some praise. Catherine McAuley 

Excellence is the state of achievement of the highest possible standards.

There is nothing of greater importance than the perfect discharge of our ordinary duties. Catherine McAuley

Hospitality is the creation of a welcoming, open, inclusive and respectful environment for all individuals, through word and deed. 

A good beginning is of great importance.  You must waste some time with visitors. Catherine McAuley

Stewardship is the grateful and responsible celebration of the sacred gifts God has given us to do the work he is calling us to do.

We can never say ‘It is enough’ Catherine McAuley

Service is the exercising and ministry of leadership in order to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and communities.

If we are humble and sincere God will finish in us the work he has begun. Catherine McAuley

Anita Mason - Religious Education Coordinator