St David’s Marist Inanda celebrated its annual Champagnat Day on Thursday, 6 June.
The community came together for a special Mass to honour and remember St Marcellin Champagnat, which was then followed by festivities and delicious food for everyone from Grade 00 to Matric. The staff and parents are also included. On this day all the Marist values come together, Presence, In Mary’s Way, Love of Work, Simplicity, and Family Spirit.
On 6 June 2024, we celebrated Champagnat Day Mass in L’Hermitage Hall, a shift from our usual venue in the High School quad, but all the more special.
The Marist Brothers Linmeyer community gathered to honour the remarkable life and work of St. Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist schools worldwide. The day included a Mass presided over by our chaplain Fr Tshepo Duik, along with priests from some neighbouring parishes. Afterwards, our High School participated in an Alumni soccer and netball match that built the connection of our family that continues even after matriculating. Our Pre-School and Primary School enjoyed their morning with fun-filled games and picnics that allowed them to bond over the importance of our school’s history.
We extend our gratitude to the Marist Brothers Linmeyer community for joining us in this celebration.
Celebrating Champagnat Day at Sacred Heart College.
The school celebrated Champagnat Day with stories, poems and art. We are proud to be part of the global Marist family.
Today, we gathered to celebrate the feast of St Marcellin Champagnat, our Marist founder!
During our Champagnat Day Mass, students, teachers, alumni and invited guests gathered to worship and reflect on the teachings of St Marcellin Champagnat. The Champagnat Day Pledges were presented by each class, committing to acts of service for others. A truly remarkable way to pay tribute to the founder of our Marist schools, fostering the spirit of compassion and dedication that St Marcellin Champagnat embodied.
Much love and joy filled our campus today for our Champagnat Day Masses and celebrations.
