Chapel Messages

Wednesday 24/06/2026

Wednesday Chapel Liturgy

Theme: The Greatest of All is Love

Hymn Verse: And Can It Be — Charles Wesley

He left His Father’s throne above,
So free, so infinite His grace;
Emptied Himself of all but love,
And bled for Adam’s helpless race;
’Tis mercy all, immense and free;
For, O my God, it found out me.

Introduction

Good morning Wesley College.

This week our theme is “The Greatest of All is Love,” grounded in 1 Corinthians 13:13:

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

Today, Our God’s love comes down to us in Jesus Christ based on a verse 2 from Charles Wesley’s hymn And Can It Be.

This verse reminds us that God’s love is not distant. It is not just spoken from heaven. God’s love comes down to us in Jesus Christ.

Jesus left the glory of heaven, humbled Himself, and gave His life for us. That is the greatest love: love that gives, love that serves, love that forgives, and love that finds us even when we feel lost.

Responsive Call to Worship

Leader: We gather in the love of God, shown to us in Jesus Christ.
All: The greatest of all is love.

Leader: Christ left His Father’s throne above.
All: He came near to us with grace and mercy.

Leader: His love is free, infinite, and full of compassion.
All: His love reaches every heart and every life.

Leader: He emptied Himself of all but love.
All: Teach us, Lord, to love with humility and kindness.

Leader: Come, let us worship the God whose mercy found us. 
All: We worship with thankful hearts. Amen.

Opening Prayer

Loving and gracious God,
we thank You for this new day and for the gift of Your love.

Thank You for sending Jesus, who left the glory of heaven and came to live among us. 
Thank You for a love that is humble, forgiving, merciful, and free.

As we gather in Chapel today, open our hearts to understand Your love more deeply. Help us not only to receive Your love, but also to share it with others through our words, choices, and actions.

Bless our students, teachers, support staff, and all who serve in our Wesley College community. May Your love guide us today.

In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.

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Supporting Scriptures

1 Corinthians 13:13

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

Philippians 2:6–8

“Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing… he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death — even death on a cross.”

Reflection

Love That Came Down

Shortened Reflection

Love That Came Down

Charles Wesley writes:

“He left His Father’s throne above,
So free, so infinite His grace;
Emptied Himself of all but love…”

This verse reminds us that God’s love did not stay far away in heaven. In Jesus Christ, love came down to us. Jesus left His glory, humbled Himself, and entered our world to bring grace, mercy, and salvation.

Wesley says God’s grace is “free” and “infinite.” That means we do not earn God’s love by being perfect. God loves us first. His grace gives us another chance, even when we fall short.

Then Wesley says Jesus “emptied Himself of all but love.” This means Jesus chose humility and service. He did not come to show off power, but to give His life for others.

A simple illustration is a cup. If a cup is full of pride, anger, or selfishness, there is no room for love. But when we empty ourselves of pride, there is room for kindness, forgiveness, and service.

At Wesley College, this is our challenge: let love be more than words. Let love be seen in how we speak, how we forgive, how we include others, and how we help those who are struggling.

The greatest of all is love because God’s love came down, gave freely, served humbly, and found us with mercy.

Today, ask yourself: Who needs to experience God’s love through me

Prayer of Response

Loving Jesus, thank You for leaving Your Father’s throne above and coming near to us.

Thank You for Your grace that is free and infinite. Thank You for emptying Yourself of all but love. Thank You for the mercy that found us.

Help us today to live with that same love. Remove pride from our hearts. Remove bitterness from our words. Remove selfishness from our actions.

Teach us to love with humility, kindness, forgiveness, and courage.

May Wesley College be a place where Your love is not only spoken about, but lived out every day.

In Your holy name we pray, 

Amen.

Tuesday 23/06/2026

Tuesday Chapel Liturgy

Weekly Theme: The Greatest of All is Love

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

Tuesday Sub-theme

Amazing Love: Love That Gives Everything

Brief Introduction of the Theme and Sub-theme

Good morning Wesley College.

This week our theme is “The Greatest of All is Love,” grounded in 1 Corinthians 13:13, where Paul reminds us that faith, hope, and love remain, but the greatest of these is love.

Today’s sub-theme is “Amazing Love: Love That Gives Everything.”
This reminds us of the powerful words from Charles Wesley’s hymn And Can It Be:

“Amazing love! how can it be That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?”

These words point us to the love of Christ: a love that is not selfish, not shallow, and not temporary. It is a love that gives, forgives, restores, and brings new life.

Responsive Call to Worship

Leader: We gather today in the love of God.
All: A love that is amazing, generous, and everlasting.

Leader: Christ gave Himself for us.
All: Greater love has no one than this.

Leader: When we feel unworthy, God still loves us.
All: When we fall short, God’s grace lifts us up.

Leader: Faith, hope, and love remain.
All: But the greatest of these is love.

Leader: Let us worship God, whose love gives everything. 
All: Let our hearts be open, and our lives reflect the love of Christ. Amen.

Opening Prayer

Loving and gracious God,

We thank You for the gift of this new day. We thank You for Your amazing love shown to us through Jesus Christ.

As we gather in chapel, open our hearts to understand more deeply what love truly means. Teach us that love is more than words. Love is patience, kindness, forgiveness, courage, and sacrifice.

Lord, help us to receive Your love and to share that love with others. May our words, choices, friendships, learning, and service reflect the love of Christ.

Bless our students, teachers, support staff, and the whole Wesley College community today.

In Jesus’ name we pray, 
Amen.

Scripture Reading

1 Corinthians 13:13

“And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

Reflection

Amazing Love: Love That Gives Everything

Charles Wesley’s hymn And Can It Be gives us one of the most powerful lines about the love of God:

“Amazing love! how can it be 
That Thou, my God, shouldst die for me?”

These words are full of wonder. Wesley is not just singing a nice hymn; he is standing in awe of God’s love. He is amazed that Jesus would give His life for us. He cannot fully understand it, but he knows it is true: God’s love is deeper than our failures, stronger than our sin, and greater than anything we could ever earn.

The phrase “Amazing love” reminds us that God’s love is not ordinary. Ordinary love often depends on how people treat us. Sometimes we love people when they are kind to us, when they agree with us, or when they make life easy for us. But the love of Christ is different. Jesus loved us even when we did not deserve it. He gave everything for us.

That is why Paul says in 1 Corinthians 13:13, “the greatest of these is love.” Faith is important. Hope is important. But love is the greatest because love is the heart of God. Love is the reason Jesus came. Love is the reason He died. Love is the reason we are forgiven, restored, and given a new beginning.

For us at Wesley College, this kind of love must not stay only in a hymn or in a chapel service. It must become the way we live. Amazing love is shown when we forgive someone who has hurt us. It is shown when we include someone who feels left out. It is shown when students respect their teachers, when teachers guide students with patience, and when support staff serve with kindness even during a busy day.

A simple illustration is a candle. A candle gives light by giving of itself. It does not keep the flame only for itself; it shines so others can see. In the same way, true love gives. True love helps. True love brings warmth, light, and hope to others.

So today, our challenge is this:

Do not only sing about amazing love. Live it.

Let the amazing love of Christ shape your words, your choices, your friendships, your learning, and your service. Because when we love as Christ loves us, we show the world that truly, the greatest of all is love.

Closing Prayer

Amazing and loving God,

Thank You for the love You have shown us through Jesus Christ. Thank You for a love that forgives, restores, and gives everything.

Help us today to live out this amazing love. When we are tempted to be unkind, teach us patience. When we are tempted to judge others, teach us compassion. When we are tempted to hold grudges, teach us forgiveness. When we see someone in need, give us courage to care.

May Wesley College be a place where love is not only spoken, but lived. May our faith be strong, our hope be alive, and our love be seen in all we do.

In the name of Jesus Christ, 
Amen.

Thursday 11/06/2026

Word of Thanks and Gratitude
Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa – Samoan Language Week,
Term 2 - Week 7 : 3rd -  5th of June 2026

Theme: “E afua mai mauga tetele manuia o le nu'u”
“From the high mountains are the blessings for the village”
Scriptures: Psalm 121 and Psalm 133

As we reflect on last week’s celebration of Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa – Samoan Language Week, we give thanks to God for a beautiful and meaningful week at Wesley College.

Our theme, “E afua mai mauga tetele manuia o le nu'u” –
“From the high mountains are the blessings for the village,” reminded us that our blessings come from strong foundations: our faith in God, our families, our culture, our language, and the unity of our community.

Grounded in Psalm 121, we were reminded to lift our eyes to the hills, knowing that our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Through Psalm 133, we were also reminded how good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity. This was truly seen throughout the week as our students, staff, and community came together to celebrate the richness of Samoan language, culture, identity, and faith.

We offer our sincere thanks to Rev Faleu Futi for opening our Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa by leading our Chapel Service in the Samoan language. We are grateful for his ministry, his presence, and the way he helped us begin the week with faith, thanksgiving, and cultural pride.

A special thank you goes to the students who led our Chapel Services. Thank you to Ahnyis, DJ, and Save for leading the Thursday Chapel Service, and to Glorianna, Katea, and Lisa for leading the Friday Chapel Service. Your courage, confidence, and willingness to serve helped make our chapel gatherings meaningful and memorable.

We also give a heartfelt thank you to all the students who had the courage to take pride in performing our Samoan traditional dances: Eric, Alex, Steward, Sharmua, Katea, Danielle, Lisa, Gloryanna, Ahnyis and Georgina.
Your performances were a beautiful expression of culture, identity, unity, and joy. You reminded us that language and culture are living treasures that continue to bless the whole village.

Last but not least, we express our deep gratitude to the teachers who worked faithfully behind the scenes, Miss Sa Tapaleao and Mrs Fiona Tapaleao. Thank you for your guidance, preparation, encouragement, and care for our students throughout the week. We also sincerely acknowledge the support of our Deputy Principal, Christine Pereira, whose encouragement and leadership helped make our Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa celebrations possible and meaningful for our Wesley College community.

As we continue our journey toward a New Horizon, may the blessings of Samoan Language Week continue to inspire us to honour our cultures, strengthen our unity, and become blessings to our families, our school, our churches, and our wider community. Thank you to our whole Wesley College family for celebrating and embracing our Samoan Language Week.

Fa’afetai tele lava mo le faatauaina o le Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa.
May God continue to bless our Wesley College community.

Blessings  

Ieremia Amituana’i
Chaplain 

Wednesday 10/06/2026

Wednesday Chapel Liturgy

Theme: Purpose When the Way Feels Unclear

Core Scripture

Proverbs 16:9 “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

Supporting Scripture

Psalm 37:23–24 “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though they may stumble, they will not fall, for the Lord upholds them with his hand.”

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Brief Introduction

Good morning Wesley College.

This week our theme is Purpose. Today we reflect on purpose when the way ahead feels unclear.

Sometimes we know exactly what we want to do. We have plans, goals, hopes, and dreams. But there are also times when life feels uncertain. We may feel tired, disappointed, pressured, or unsure of the next step.

Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that we may plan our course, but it is the Lord who establishes our steps. This is a comforting word for us today. God does not abandon us when the way is unclear. God gently guides us, steadies us, and helps us take one faithful step at a time.

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Responsive Call to Worship

Leader: When our plans are clear and our hearts are confident,
All: Lord, establish our steps.

Leader: When our path feels uncertain and we do not know the way,
All: Lord, guide us with Your peace.

Leader: When we stumble, struggle, or feel discouraged, All: Lord, uphold us with Your hand.

Leader: As one Wesley College family, students, teachers, and support staff,
All: Help us walk with purpose, faith, and hope. Amen.

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Opening Prayer

Loving God, Thank You for walking with us through every part of life. Thank You that we do not need to have everything figured out before we come to You.

Today, we bring You our plans, our worries, our hopes, and our questions. Guide the hearts of our students. Strengthen our teachers. Encourage our support staff. Help us to trust that even when the way is unclear, You are still establishing our steps.

May this Chapel time remind us that our purpose is held safely in Your hands. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hymn: And Can it be

Scripture: Proverb 16: 1 – 9

Supporting Scripture

Psalm 37:23–24 “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though they may stumble, they will not fall, for the Lord upholds them with his hand.”

Reflection

Purpose When the Way Feels Unclear

Proverbs 16:9 says, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

This scripture reminds us that it is good to plan. It is good to have goals. It is good to dream about the future. But it also reminds us that our lives are not carried by our plans alone. Our lives are carried by the faithfulness of God.

There are times when our plans do not happen the way we expected. A student may plan to do well in an assessment but struggle with confidence. A teacher may plan a lesson carefully, but the day brings unexpected challenges. A support staff member may plan the day’s work, but new needs and pressures arise.

In those moments, God is still present. God does not only work when everything is smooth. God also works in the quiet, uncertain, and difficult places.

Psalm 37:23–24 says, “The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though they may stumble, they will not fall, for the Lord upholds them with his hand.”

This is a pastoral promise for us. It does not say we will never stumble. It says that when we stumble, God will uphold us. That means our purpose is not destroyed by one mistake, one hard day, one disappointment, or one setback.

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Illustration: A Parent Holding a Child’s Hand

Think of a young child learning to walk across a busy road or uneven ground. The child may not understand every danger. They may feel nervous, distracted, or unsure. But when a loving parent or caregiver holds their hand, the child is steadied.

The parent does not always carry the child. Sometimes the child still has to take the step. But the child is not walking alone.

That is how God guides us. God may not always remove every challenge, but God holds us, steadies us, and helps us walk forward. We may plan our course, but the Lord establishes our steps.

Purpose is not always about knowing the whole journey. Sometimes purpose is simply trusting God enough to take the next step.

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Application

For students, there may be times when school feels hard, friendships feel complicated, or the future feels uncertain. Remember this: your purpose is not cancelled by struggle. God is still guiding you. Take the next right step: come to class, ask for help, speak respectfully, try again, and do not give up on yourself.

For teachers, there may be days when the work feels heavy and the needs of students feel many. Your purpose is not only in completing tasks, but in the steady care, patience, and encouragement you offer. Even one kind word can help establish a student’s next step.

For support staff, your work often carries the school quietly. You help create safety, order, welcome, and care. Even when your service is unseen, it is deeply meaningful. God uses faithful steps to bless the whole community.

For all of us, when the way feels unclear, we do not need to rush in fear. We can pause, pray, breathe, and ask: Lord, what is the next faithful step You want me to take today?

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Closing Prayer

God of guidance and grace, Thank You that You know the plans in our hearts and the steps before us.

When we feel confident, keep us humble. When we feel uncertain, give us peace. When we stumble, uphold us with Your hand. When we are tired, renew our strength.

Bless our students with courage and hope. Bless our teachers with wisdom and patience. Bless our support staff with strength and encouragement.

Establish our steps today, and help us walk with purpose, faith, and love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Blessing

May the Lord guide your heart, steady your steps, uphold you when you stumble, and lead you forward with purpose and peace. Amen.

Ieremia Amituana’i
Chaplain  

Tuesday 09/06/2026

Tuesday Chapel

Theme: Purpose in Our Choices

Brief Introduction

Good morning Wesley College. Yesterday we remembered that purpose begins with God. Today we focus on purpose in our choices. Every choice we make is a step. Some steps lead us closer to who God calls us to be; other steps can pull us away. Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that we may plan our course, but the Lord establishes our steps.

Responsive Call to Worship

Leader: God gives us wisdom to choose what is right.
All: Lord, guide our choices.

Leader: God gives us courage to walk the right path.
All: Lord, establish our steps.

Leader: When we are tempted to follow the crowd,
All: Help us stand with truth and respect.

Leader: When we face decisions today,
All: Help us choose with purpose. Amen.

Opening Prayer

Gracious God, Thank you for the gift of choice. Help us to choose words that build others up, actions that bring peace, and attitudes that reflect Your love. Guide the choices of our students, teachers, and support staff today. May every step we take help us grow into people of purpose. Amen.

Reflection

Purpose is not only about the future. Purpose is also about the small choices we make today.

A student’s purpose is shaped by small choices: whether to attend class, whether to listen, whether to speak respectfully, whether to try again after failure. A teacher’s purpose is shaped by choices too: patience, encouragement, preparation, fairness, and care. Support staff also live out purpose through daily choices of service, kindness, and responsibility.

Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that we may plan our course, but the Lord establishes our steps. God does not only care about the big moments. God cares about the daily steps that shape who we become.

Illustration: Footprints

Imagine walking across wet sand. Every step leaves a footprint. Some footprints are clear. Some are messy. Some are deep. In the same way, our choices leave marks on others.

A kind word can leave a footprint of encouragement. A disrespectful word can leave a footprint of hurt. A helpful action can leave a footprint of hope. A careless action can leave a footprint of regret.

Purpose means thinking before we step.

Application

For students, your choices today matter. Choosing to listen, learn, respect your teachers, and encourage your friends is part of walking with purpose.

For teachers, your daily choices to keep believing in students, even when it is difficult, can establish steps of hope in their lives.

For support staff, every act of service helps create a safe and welcoming place for learning.

Today’s challenge is simple: Before you act, ask yourself: Is this step leading me toward God’s purpose?

Closing Prayer

Lord God, Guide our choices today. Help us to leave footprints of kindness, respect, patience, and courage. Establish our steps so that our lives may bless others and honour You. Amen.

Ieremia Amituana’i
Chaplain  

Monday 08/06/2026

Monday Chapel

Theme: Purpose Begins with God

Brief Introduction

Good morning Wesley College. This week our Chapel theme is Purpose. Purpose is more than having goals or making plans. Purpose begins with God. We may have dreams in our hearts, plans for school, sport, family, friendships, and our future, but Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that while we plan our course, the Lord establishes our steps. This means we are invited to trust God as we
walk into each day.

Responsive Call to Worship

Leader: We come before God, who gives meaning to our lives.
All: Lord, guide our hearts and our steps.

Leader: We bring our plans, hopes, and dreams to God.
All: Lord, establish our steps.

Leader: When we are unsure of the way ahead,
All: Lord, lead us with wisdom and peace.

Leader: As Wesley College journeys toward a New Horizon,
All: Help us walk with purpose, faith, and courage. Amen.

Opening Prayer

Loving God,
Thank you for the gift of a new week. Thank you for the plans we carry in our hearts and the dreams we hope to fulfil. Teach us that our purpose is not only found in what we want, but in what You are shaping within us. Guide our students, teachers, and support staff today. Establish our steps so that we may walk with faith, humility, and love.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hymn : And Can It Be

Bible Reading: Proverb 16 : 1 - 9

Reflection: Purpose begins with God

Proverbs 16:9 says, “In their hearts humans plan their
course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

This verse reminds us that planning is important, but
trusting God is even more important. We all make plans. Students plan to pass
assessments, make teams, build friendships, and prepare for the future.
Teachers plan lessons, guide learning, and support students. Support staff
plan, organise, maintain, and serve so that the school can run well.

But life does not always follow our plans. Sometimes we face
delays, disappointments, pressure, or unexpected changes. That is when we
remember that God is still at work. God does not always show us the whole road,
but He gives us the next step.

Illustration: A Journey with a Map

The School Timetable

A school timetable gives direction for the day. It tells us
where to go, what class comes next, and what we need to prepare for. Without a
timetable, the day can become confusing.

Our lives also need direction. We may have plans in our hearts — goals for learning, sport, music, leadership, family, and the future — but Proverbs 16:9 reminds us that God establishes our steps.

Just as a timetable helps students and staff move through
the school day with purpose, God helps guide our lives with wisdom and
direction.

Application

For students, purpose means turning up ready to learn
and taking each class seriously.

For teachers, purpose means preparing lessons that
help students grow in knowledge and character.

For support staff, purpose means knowing that your
organisation, care, and daily work help the whole school move well.

Application

Today, let us begin the week by asking:
Lord, what step do You want me to take today?

Closing Prayer

God of purpose,
Guide us through this day. When our plans are strong, keep us humble. When our plans change, keep us faithful. Establish our steps and help us walk in the way of love, wisdom, and service.
Amen.

Ieremia Amituana’i
Chaplain