This one‑hour workshop invites teachers into a contemplative and deeply human exploration of the theological virtues that defined St Patrick’s mission: Faith, Hope and Love. Through Scripture, reflective stations, and encounter with the papal exhortation Dilexi Te, participants are drawn into the spiritual heart of Patrick’s story — a life transformed by trust in God, confident hope amid hardship, and courageous love lived in service to others.
Staff will reflect on the Gospel call of Matthew 25, recognising Christ in the vulnerable and responding with mercy, justice, and compassion. The session highlights how St Patrick’s faithfulness, resilience, and missionary love mirror the Church’s ongoing call to serve the poor, act for justice, and build communities grounded in dignity and care.
Supported by a facilitator guide, slide deck, and interactive reflection activities, this workshop helps educators connect these virtues to their own vocation, their relationships, and the daily life of the school community.
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This Implementation Guide supports schools in delivering this workshop aligned to the Accreditation standards for staff in Victorian Catholic schools. The guide outlines how to plan, facilitate, and evaluate one-hour formation experience that may be grouped or delivered across the year, using the Faith Formation Framework as the pedagogical and theological foundation.
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Purpose: To deepen Catholic identity and leadership throughout 2026, including: exploring the lives and charisms of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Patrick; engaging with the MACS Forming Hearts: Faith Formation Framework and key Papal Documents. Staff in Catholic schools will encounter the theology of grace and accompaniment by embarking on strategic accreditation plans that move staff from compliance to a "burning heart" encounter with Christ.
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There is a significant amount of material included within each slide deck and facilitator guide, and you may need to adjust the material presented to suit the time available for your school’s context. The slide deck contains required visual content, embedded media, Scripture, prayer, and formation prompts that support the integrity and consistency of the PL program. Each part of the prepared presentation is intentionally aligned with the Faith Formation Framework and the Accreditation criteria. Please ensure that each session is delivered for the required duration to meet accreditation purposes.
