Dear Families,

We’ve made it to the end of another action-packed term. Where has the time gone? It has certainly flown by. Some very tired-looking teachers and students are currently getting around. They deserve a well-earned rest after their hard work this term. We hope everyone has a happy and safe Easter holiday break and returns in a couple of weeks refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to take on all the challenges the new term brings.

Reconciliation

Congratulations to those children who completed the sacrament of Reconciliation this week.  Over the last five weeks, these children have been attending lessons to prepare for this sacrament.  Thank you to the teachers who delivered these lessons and guided the children through this process.  The children’s participation during this beautiful ceremony was very respectful. Thank you to Father John, Father Jomi and Sr Maite for making these evenings so lovely.  

Holy Week

Holy Week is most definitely a very sacred time of the year. It is when we will commemorate and remember the last week of Jesus' life on this earth. These are the days leading up to the great Easter Feast. This coming week is significant for all Christians. 

Palm Sunday (or Passion) Sunday, which remembers the entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem for Passover. 

Holy Thursday recollects the Last Supper, the betrayal by Judas and Jesus washing his disciples’ feet. 

Good Friday remembers the arrest, trial, crucifixion, death, and burial of Jesus. 

Holy Saturday is the Sabbath, when Jesus rested in the grave.  We keep watch for the expectant rising of Our Saviour.

The message of Easter is about renewal, forgiveness and love for one another, leading us all to live better lives.  Our responsibility as partners in faith is to immerse children in our Christian story and allow them to soak up the beautiful nature of this liturgical season. Take up the invitation to attend an Easter celebration over the coming weeks and experience the ritual of this sacred time.

Lord Jesus Christ,

in this sacred and solemn week

when we see again the depth and mystery of your redeeming love,

help us to follow where you go,

to stop where you stumble,

to listen when you cry,

to hurt as you suffer,

to bow our heads in sorrow as you die,

so that, when you are raised to life again,

we may share in your endless joy.

Amen.

Project Compassion Fundraising Boxes

At the beginning of Lent, students received a Project Compassion box. If your family has donated to Project Compassion, please return your mission box to the office as soon as possible. Thank you to parents, students, and staff for your assistance in raising much-needed funds for Project Compassion during this season of Lent. 

“Your generosity is the pebble that allows Caritas Australia to create ripples that will improve the livelihoods of vulnerable communities, supporting them in flourishing and creating opportunities for future generations to live to their full potential.” 

Thank you!

School Masses - Term 2

Next term, our school masses will be on the following dates:

• Week 3 - 9th May - 8:45 am

• Week 7 - 6th June - 8:45 am
• Week 10 -27th June - 8:45 am

Everyone is welcome!

And finally...

Please take time over the next two weeks to relax and spend some time regaining energy in time for the start of term 2. Students (and adults) need time to replenish their batteries as we move into term 2, cooler weather and shorter days. We look forward to seeing you return to school on Tuesday, 22 April!

Thanks for a great term!  Have a happy, safe and holy Easter.

God Bless!

Moris Gori