Religious Education News
This Sunday Fr Josh has his official Installation as Parish Priest and also as Dean of our area on Sunday the 10th August at 10am Mass. We warmly welcome families to come join in this very special Mass and morning tea afterwards presided by Archbishop Christopher Prowse. We are sure your child/ren have come home already and explain that they have met Fr Josh as he has come and visited all the classrooms and can often be spotted playing handball at break time or helping with afternoon pick up to meet families.
First Eucharist Sacramental Program
The Sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated this term with some of our Year 4 students. The students are beginning to prepare for this sacrament in their classroom learning and are looking forward to this important step in their faith journey. We keep these students closely in our thoughts and prayers over the coming weeks. The sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated on Saturday 13th September at 5pm. All families and parishioners are warmly invited to attend this special Mass. Information regarding the sacrament of Eucharist will be shared with families. Some key dates to note in relation to the sacrament of Eucharist are listed below:
Save the Date:
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First Eucharist Commitment Mass |
Saturday 23rd August |
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First Eucharist Retreat Day |
Thursday 28th September, Carroll College |
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Sacrament of First Eucharist Mass |
Saturday 13th September 5:00pm |
A reminder that regular attendance at weekend Masses is an important commitment and a special way you can support your child in their sacramental preparations.
Feast of the Assumption Mass & Grandparents Day
On Friday 15 August, we will celebrate both the Feast of the Assumption and Grandparents Day, a very special occasion that honours the role of Mary, our Mother in the life of the Church and recognises the love, wisdom and guidance of our wonderful grandparents.
Year One with some amazing grandparent helpers will be leading us in prayer at Mass. We warmly invite families to join us for Mass at 9:15am, followed by morning tea back at school. Children and families are encouraged to pack something to share together for morning tea, either with their grandparents or special guests. We look forward to welcoming our grandparents and grandfriends for this meaningful celebration of faith, family, and gratitude.
Feast of St Mary of the Cross, Mary MacKillop
This week, classes have been learning about Saint Mary MacKillop, Australia’s first saint, and her incredible contribution to Catholic education as her Feast Day is celebrated today August 8th. Students have explored how Mary, alongside Father Julian Tenison Woods, helped establish schools across Australia and New Zealand to ensure all children; especially those in rural and disadvantaged communities, had access to education. Through engaging lessons and activities, students have reflected on her courage, compassion, and dedication to living out the Gospel message in her everyday life. One of Mary’s well-known sayings, “Never see a need without doing something about it,” has inspired students to think about how they can show kindness, take action, and help others in their own lives.
Mrs Carla Durnan
Religious Education Coordinator (Acting)