From the Chaplain
Chapel of St Paul: More than just a Makeover
In 1991, the newly completed Chapel of St Paul was dedicated by the archbishop of the time for use by the SPS Community. For 33 years it has stood as a sentinel and reminder of the faith upon which our school is founded.
This Chapel has also been witness to much change, as SPS became a co-educational school in 1993 followed by the opening of the International School in 1997. In 1999, Years 1-4 completed the Junior School until in 2004 Prep was added. Junior School students continue to meet weekly in the chapel for worship with Years P-2 and 3-6 having their own services. Over the years, it has witnessed a great deal of change and development in our grounds and facilities, often being the first point of contact for visitors and interested families who would gather at information events in the chapel, before touring the grounds as prospective parents. As the School has grown, our Chapel has been surrounded by buildings with the Music Centre to the South, Tooth to the West and Sutton to the North replacing Old Sutton. Today, it is currently watching over stage 2 of the redevelopment of our Junior School and the ‘Flourishing Futures’ project. In her 33 years she has welcomed, farewelled, blessed and been a sanctuary for thousands of SPS students, staff and family members. It has been the gathering place for regular worship as well as baptisms, weddings and funerals. It has heard hymns sung, prayers offered, and vows and promises made at inductions. Having been here myself for just over 20 of those 33 years, I have seen much change at SPS also and so was very excited to hear last year that over the Christmas Break the Chapel of St Paul would receive a significant re fit and refurbishment.
Reverend Mark Leam
Senior Leadership Reflections
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