Year 9 Retreat: "Called By Name" – A Journey of Faith and Identity

Updated: Jun 16, 2025

Our Year 9 students recently took part in their annual retreat at the Jesuit Centre in Mayfair, a reflective and enriching experience centred around the theme "Called By Name."

The retreat offered a valuable opportunity for students to explore their unique identity and vocation in the light of God's love. Through a series of engaging activities, reflective prayer, meaningful discussions, and the celebration of Mass, pupils were invited to reflect on how deeply they are known, loved, and called by God.

This time away from the everyday routine encouraged students to listen more closely to God’s call in their lives, understanding that each person is uniquely named and created with purpose. As they connected with one another and deepened their relationship with God, they were inspired to live out the call to love—of God, of neighbour, and of self.

This spiritual journey reminded them that being "called by name" is not just a phrase, but an invitation to embrace their faith, their identity, and their role in the vibrant communities they are part of.