Anzac Memorial Service. Lest We Forget. Upper Reserve, Bendigo. Tuesday, April, 25, 1922.At 3 o'clock. Order of Service April 25, 1922. His Worship the Mayor (Cr. J E Holland) presiding. 1. Invocation and Lord's Prayer, Rev W Bennett. (President of Ministers Association) 2. National Anthem 3. Prayer for the King, Queen, and the Royal Family Rev. L W Lee. O! God who rulest over Thy people in love, we beseech Thee to bless Thy Servant, our King, that under him this nation may be wisely governed, and Thy Church may serve Thee in all godly quietness, Grant that the King, the Prince, and the people, being devoted to these with all their hearts, and preserving in good works to the end, may, by Thy guidance, come to Thine everlasting Kingdom, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 4. Hymn- 'All people that on Earth do Dwell' All people that on earth do dwell, Sing to the Lord with cheerful voice. Him serve with mirth, His praise forth tell, Come ye before Him and rejoice. Know that the Lord is God indeed; Without ou aid He did us make; We are His flock; He doth us feed. And for His sheep He doth us take. O enter then His gates with praise, Approach with joy His courts unto; Praise, laud and bless His name always, For it is seemly so to do. For why! The Lord our God is good, His mercy is for ever sure; His truth at all times firmly stood, And shall from age to age endure. 5. Prayers Rev W J Holt. Almighty God, who hast tought us in Thy Holy Word to perpetuate the memory of brave men and great deliverance, give to this nation grace not to forget the men who died for their fellow men; keep, we beseech thee, their memory fresh and green in the hearts of Thy people, and make us more worthy of the sacrafices they offered for us, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. O! Merciful and Loving Father Who dost not willinglu afflict the children of men, but chasten tem for their profit, have mercy upon Thy bereaved and sorrowing servants who mourn for those they have lost in battle (especially those for whom our [rayers are asled). And as Thou dost sanctity muman love and felloship here upon earth, so grant them and us a happy re-union with those whom we love in Thy eternal peace and joy; throught Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen 6. Scripture Lesson- Rev. S E Doman 7. 1st Address- The Very Rev. The Dean of Bendigo 8. Presentation of Medals 9. Hymn- Kipling's Recessional. God of our fathers, known of old, Lord of the far-flung battle line, Beneath whose awful hand we hold Dominion over palm and pine- Lord God of hosts, be with us yet, Lest we forget-lest we forget! Far-called, our navies melt away, On dune and headland sinks the fire; Lo, all our pomp of yesterday. Is one with Nineveh and Tyre Judge of the nations, spare us yet, Lest we forget- - lest we forget. If, drunk with sight of power, we loose Wild tongues, that have not Thee in awe Still boasting, as the Gentiles use, Or lesser breeds, without the Law- Lord God of hosts, lest we forget! For heathen heart that puts her trust In reeking tube and iron shard, All valiant dust that builds on dust, And guarding, calls not Thee to to guard, For frantic boast and foolish word, Thy mercy on Thy people, Lord! 10. Address Rev. B W Heath. 11. General Thanksgiving Ven. Archdeacon Haynes. Almighty God, Father of all mercies! We, Thine unworthy servants, do give Thee most humble and hearty thanks for all Thy goodness and loving kindness to us, and to all men. We bless Thee for out creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but, above all, for Thine inestimale love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope and the glory. And, we beseech Thee, give us that due sense of all Thy mercies, that our hearts may be unfeignedly thankful, and that we show forth Thy praise, not onlu with our lips, but with our lives; by giving up purselves to Thy sevice, and by walking before Thee in holiness and righteousness all our days; thriough Jesus Christ our Lord; to Whom with Thee and the Holy Spirit ba all honour and glory, world without end. Amen. 12. Nearer My God to Thee. Mearer my God to Thee, Mearer to Thee; E'en though it be a cross That raiseth me; Still all my song shall be. Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee. Though like the wanderer, The sun gone down, Darkness comes over me, My rest a stone, Yet in my dreams I'd be Nearer my God to Thee, Nearer to Thee. There let my may way appear Steps unto Heav'n, All that thou sendest me In mercy given. Angels to beckon me Nearer, my God, to Thee, Nearer to Thee. Then, with my waking thoughts, Bright with Thy Praise, Out of my stony griefs Berhel I'll raise; So by my woes to be Nearer to Thee. Amen. 13. Last Post. Everybody is requested to rise and stand revernt in memory of our illustrious dead. 14. Benediction. The singing will be led by the Children from the State Schools.Cambridge Pres, Print, Bendigoevent, official, anzac memorial service, anzac memorial service. lest we forget. upper reserve, bendigo. tuesday, april, 25, 1922.at 3 o'clock. order of service april 25, 1922. his worship the mayor (cr. j e holland) presiding. 1. invocation and lord's prayer, rev w bennett. (president of ministers association) 2. national anthem 3. prayer for the king, queen, and the royal family rev. l w lee. 4. hymn- 'all people that on earth do dwell' 5. prayers rev w j holt. 6. scripture lesson- rev. s e doman 7. 1st address- the very rev. the dean of bendigo 8. presentation of medals 9. hymn- kipling's recessional. 10. address rev. b w heath. 11. general thanksgiving ven. archdeacon haynes. 12. nearer my god to thee. 13. last post. everybody is requested to rise and stand revernt in memory of our illustrious dead. 14. benediction. the singing will be led by the children from the state schools.

Dr Michele Matthews has been a local and social historian for nearly three decades since she first used correspondence held by the then Bendigo City Council for her Honours thesis. She is an ardent advocate for the use of local history records to tell Victorian and Australian history from a grassroots perspective. Michele’s MA thesis, ‘A forgotten “Father” of Federation: Sir John Quick 1852‑1911’ (2003), and her PhD thesis, ‘Survivors, schemes, Samaritans and shareholders: the impact of the Great Depression on Bendigo and District 1925‑1935’ (2007), both drew heavily on Bendigo and district records. Michele used this Booklet as part of her research: The booklet "At Heart With the Young: The Story of the Marist Brothers in Bendigo, 1883–1993" by Breda Phillips tells the story of the establishment and early development of the Marist Brothers in Bendigo. The section provided focuses on the period from 1883 to about 1907, describing how the Brothers founded a Catholic boys' school and built a lasting educational tradition despite limited resources. The booklet opens with a foreword from the Bishop of Sandhurst, who praises the Marist Brothers for their century of dedication to Catholic education and their significant contribution to the religious, educational and social life of Bendigo. He acknowledges their influence on generations of young people and the lasting impact of their work in the diocese. The first chapter, "The Call and the Response", explains how Bishop Martin Crane invited the Marist Brothers to establish a school in Bendigo after recognising the need for Catholic secondary education. Following discussions with Marist leaders in Europe and Australia, the first community of Brothers arrived from Sydney in April 1883 under the leadership of Brother Basil. Schooling began in St Kilian's Hall, where the facilities were simple and overcrowded. Brother Basil quickly developed a reputation as a capable teacher and administrator who expected high standards of discipline, respect and academic effort. The Brothers worked in difficult conditions, often teaching large classes while living in temporary accommodation nearby. Despite these challenges, enrolments steadily increased as parents recognised the quality of the education being offered. As the school grew, efforts were made to improve both the Brothers' living conditions and the school's facilities. In 1893 a permanent residence for the Brothers was completed opposite St Kilian's Hall through generous financial support from local Catholics and church leaders. Although construction delays and transport difficulties briefly interrupted school operations, the community continued to expand and the school established a strong reputation within Bendigo. The second chapter, *Becoming Established*, describes how the school matured during the following decade. Leadership passed through several directors, including Brothers Stanislaus, Kostka Maund and Paulinus McColl, each of whom strengthened academic standards and expanded enrolments. Under their leadership the school became recognised for both educational excellence and strong Catholic formation. Religious life formed an important part of the students' education. Pupils participated in daily prayer, Rosary, First Communion celebrations, church choirs and organisations such as the Sodality of the Children of Mary. The Brothers believed that education should develop students spiritually as well as academically. Academic achievement steadily improved throughout these years. Students earned scholarships, medals and prizes in public examinations, while government inspectors regularly praised the school's discipline, teaching standards and overall quality. Several former students entered the Marist Brothers themselves, while others continued to university or pursued successful professional careers. The booklet also describes continual improvements to the school's buildings and resources. Donations from parishioners funded repairs, equipment, books and classroom furniture. In 1901 a new primary school building replaced the earlier temporary classrooms, providing a more suitable learning environment as enrolments continued to rise. The school library also expanded through generous donations and new purchases. Student life extended well beyond the classroom. Boys participated in football, cricket, gymnastics, marching, music, debating and public competitions. They regularly won awards at local exhibitions and academic competitions, helping to establish the school's reputation throughout Victoria. Sporting achievements, musical performances and community celebrations became important parts of school life. Overall, the booklet presents the early Marist Brothers as dedicated educators who overcame financial hardship, limited facilities and the challenges of establishing a new school. Through strong leadership, commitment to Catholic values and emphasis on academic excellence, they laid the foundations for a respected educational institution that would continue serving the Bendigo community for more than a century. Michele Matthews Collection: PHD Research - The Marist Brothers in Bendigo This item includes the following document: 8672.29a Photocopy of a booklet by Breda Phillips - At Heart With the Young, the story of the Maris Brothers in Bendigo 13 A4 Pagesbendigo, michele matthews collection, marist brothers, breda phillips