The Significance of Father’s Day
On Friday, August 30th, our Primary students will come together to celebrate the wonderful men in our lives. Father’s Day has a heartfelt history that dates back to 1909. It all began when a young girl named Sonora Smart Dodd, inspired by a sermon on Mother’s Day, was led to honour her father, a Civil War veteran who lovingly raised her and her five siblings after their mother passed away. Her dedication and love for her father led to the first Father’s Day being celebrated in the United States on June 19, 1910.
Father’s Day is a special occasion that acknowledges the crucial role fathers play within families—as protectors, mentors, and providers of unwavering support. But it’s also a day to honour all the men who step into fatherly roles, whether they are biological fathers or cherished figures who nurture and guide the hearts of our children. These men shape the minds and lives of the young ones they care for, and their influence is both meaningful and long-lasting.
While we recognise that not every child in our community may have a biological father to celebrate, or a significant male figure present in their lives, we are all embraced by the love of a Father who is ever-present and ever-loving. Our God is that good Father—He watches over us, guiding and protecting us with wisdom, love, and a steadfast heart. His love is pure, perfect, and unchanging, and the bond we share with Him transcends time and space, extending into eternity.
As we honour the important men in our children’s lives, we are also reminded of the significance of fatherhood. To all our MCC dads, and to the other special men who enrich the lives of our students, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. It is a privilege to share in the journey of your child’s life, and we are deeply grateful for the love, guidance and prayerful support you provide every day so that we can partner successfully in the education of your child.
“Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, the not yet dads, the stepdads, the mums who are dad, the adoptive dads, the grandads, and the dads who are no longer with us.” Unknown
jodie vamplew, head of primary