We have created a business advertisement  for our Money Time program as a class, we have written a job application applying for jobs that we would like. It turns out we weren’t cut out for the job. Creating and designing was a amazing experience as we learned new skills and how to create a business ad.

 This drawing represents people coming together ready to continue Jesus’ work. This shows what the Church means to me and how I view it.

The Wishgranter

“Mam, the store is closing” I give a quick nod before grabbing the bag of chips and rushing to the counter. The bell chimes 12 o cloak “Do you need a bag?” “No” I shove the bag of chips, ice cream tub, and microwaved food containers into my tote bag. Quickly I whisper thank you before making my way into the dead of night. The lights of my university shines brightly in the distance. As I walked, my attention was drawn to the old fountain in the town square. Its aged stone exterior and rippling waters under the moonlight looks like something out of a fantasy. Though it had been there since my arrival in London, I had never given it much thought. Without hesitation, I reached into my pocket for the change I got from the convenience store. I retrieved a shiny, gold coin. With a smile, I toss  the coin into the fountain. PLOP! Closing my eyes, I make a wish. A wish that my family has good luck for generations to come. Tricky, but a wish is a wish.

The next morning I’m woken by the sounds from my phone… “RING RING RING RING” I groan reaching to my side table for my vibrating phone. Squinting to see the name tag, “ Morning Grandma…” “Emi! Thank the Lord! Guess what… we just won the lottery and the government just offered help on our farm.! This is a  miracle!” I smile, knowing that my wish came true.

How can I be can Advocate Kai Koreo like Jesus?

To be an advocate like Jesus, I am willing to look out for my friends and familys, checking if they’re  healthy and happy.

Dear Prime Minister Jacques Chirac,

I hope this letter finds you well. My name is Sunsia and I am a citizen of New Zealand. I have heard from the radio that you have been plunging bombs into the mesmerising blue waters of Mururoa. I am concerned about the residents that live on that lovely little island as the children play and muck around near the reservoir. This is a serious situation. If you do not know, bombs produce ionizing radiation, which kills or sickens those exposed alongside contaminating the surrounding environment. Another problem is that multiple people like to fish and many others rely on seafood, but like I said, have been dropping numerous bombs in the sea that most of the sea creatures are lifeless! You have no right to do this! If you say that underground bombing nuclear testing is safe, then why don’t you go and bomb underground France? Stop bombing! I beg you and so do the land and people of Mururoa.

With  respect, Sunsia

Johnny Pohe, a brave Maori pilot, longed for an adventure and a strong sense of duty when he joined the air forces during World War II. However, his fate took a dark turn when he was captured and held captive at Stalag Luft III, a German prisoner-of-war camp designed specifically for high-ranking officers. Despite the tough circumstances, Johnny remained patience and determined to escape. The camp had three potential escape routes, each named Dick, Tom, and Harry. However, the escape attempt did not go according to plan, and the tunnels collapsed, leading to the capture of 73 men who faced a brutal future. Despite the odds, Johnny was one of the lucky few who managed to escape back to England, along with only two other brave soldiers. The construction of the escape routes alone was a tiring , requiring the work of 600 men over a year’s worth of time. The story of Johnny Pohe and the daring escape attempts from Stalag Luft III remains a legend to this day