Our Houses
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Our Houses
John Paul College has five houses, each named after a person who exemplifies outstanding commitment to the Church and Society of their time. The values lived by these individuals shape the foundation of the College - it’s pillars and vision for learning. Thus, the namesakes of our five houses are symbolically called the College Founders.
Clancy House
Sister Bridget Clancy formed the group of women known as the Sisters of St John of God. The Pomegranate in the crest is a symbol of charity and is set between two branches beneath a cross. The branches are a sign of victory for those who persevered.
Mackillop House
Saint Mary MacKillop became the first sister and Mother Superior of the formed order of the Sisters of St Joseph. Australia’s first Saint, she dedicated her life to educate the children of the poor. The crest is the Josephite Emblem, the M symbolises Mary, the Mother of God.
McAuley House
Sister Catherine McAuley opened the House of Mercy to help the poor and homeless and educate young girls. Sister McAuley formed the Sisters of Mercy in 1831. The crest represents the ‘Mercy Cross’ designed by Sister McAuley and reflects her deep love for the crucified Jesus.
Prendiville House
Archbishop Redmond Prendiville was responsible for the building of many schools and churches in Western Australia. His motto was ‘nothing else matters except the salvation of souls’. The crest displays the Southern Cross and Black Swans for his home in Western Australia
Rice House
Edmund Rice devoted himself to prayer and charitable work, training teachers to teach the poor. He founded the Christian Brothers in 1802. The star in the crest is a symbol of enlightenment and guidance, the circle represents eternity, and the open book indicates learning should be brought to the young. The motto means; ‘to do and to teach”.
