On Friday 16 August the Year 11 Studies of Religion II cohort participated in an Interfaith Depth Study Immersion.
The first session was dedicated to three workshops at the Sydney Jewish Museum. Here, the boys engaged in the Ethics and Othering Program related to the Holocaust, ongoing antisemitism and the effects still being experienced in contemporary society. They were then privileged to witness the account of a Holocaust survivor, their legacy and advice to future generations about the importance of non-violence, kindness and forgiveness.
The Jewish Immersion was consolidated by a guided tour of the Museum which explored historical events experienced by victims and survivors of the Holocaust and the atrocities they endured.
The second session was dedicated to visiting places of worship throughout Sydney’s CBD.
The boys were challenged with the Amazing G/Race.
They travelled in groups to places of worship including the Great Synagogue, St Mary’s Cathedral, St Patrick’s Church, St Andrew’s Cathedral and the Buddhist Centre where they were tasked with research and timed challenges.
Overall, it was a wonderful day spent with 130 boys and nine staff, ultimately enriching the boys in their knowledge of Sydney’s religious landscape and enhancing their understanding of the religious diversity on their doorstep!!
Ms Cath Stewart
Head of Religion
cstewart@waverley.nsw.edu.au
