APRE's Report
Dear Families
Welcome to Term 2!
We hope everyone enjoyed a restful and refreshing break over the Easter holidays. It’s wonderful to see our students return with such enthusiasm and energy, ready to take on the opportunities and learning ahead.
This term is already shaping up to be a busy and exciting one, with many special events, liturgies, and learning experiences planned across all year levels. From ANZAC Day commemorations to our Sacramental Program and sporting events, there are plenty of ways for students and families to stay engaged and connected.
We look forward to another term of growth, learning, and community at Lourdes. Thank you for your continued support.
Pope Francis
Pope Francis was a true inspiration to people around the world and a living example of Jesus’ message of love, compassion, and humility. Through his words and actions, he reminded us to care for the poor, protect creation, and welcome others with kindness. His deep faith and gentle leadership touched the hearts of many, and his legacy will continue to guide us in living out the Gospel each day. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.
ANZAC DAY
On Monday, our school gathered to commemorate ANZAC Day. Thank you to Fr Jomi, the staff and the Year 6 children for leading the liturgy.
I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to our school community for their commitment and participation in this year's ANZAC Day ceremonies. The commemoration of ANZAC Day is a significant event in our nation's history, and it is heartening to see so many of our staff, students and their families taking part in the day's ceremonies.
God of love and liberty, we bring our thanks this day
for the peace and security we enjoy,
which was won for us through the courage and devotion
of those who gave their lives in time of war.
We pray that their labour and sacrifice may not be in vain,
but that their spirit may live on in us and in generations to come.
That the liberty, truth and justice which they sought to preserve
may be seen and known in all the nations upon earth.
This we pray in the name of the one who gave his life
for the sake of the world, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
School Masses - Term 2
Next term, our school masses will be on the following dates:
- Week 3 - 9th May - 8:45 am
- Week 8 - 6th June - 8:45 am
- Week 10 - 26th June - 8:45 am
May is the Month of Mary
May is traditionally dedicated to honouring and seeking the intercession of Mary as the Mother of God and Mother of the Church. Mary is Mother—your mother, my mother, everyone’s mother – and because she cares for all of us day in and day out without fail, she intercedes for us in even the tiniest matters.
Hail, holy Queen,
Mother of mercy,
our life, our sweetness and our hope.
To thee do we cry,
poor banished children of Eve:
to thee do we send up our sighs,
mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate,
thine eyes of mercy toward us,
and after this our exile,
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus,
O clement, O loving,
O sweet Virgin Mary!
Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 11
On Sunday, May 11, we celebrate Mother’s Day — a special opportunity to recognise and thank all the wonderful mums, grandmothers, nonnas, and significant women who play such an important role in the lives of our students and school community.
We are truly grateful for the love, support, and care you give so generously. You are the heart of our families and an integral part of our Lourdes community.
As we prepare to mark this special day, let it also remind us to show appreciation for our parents and carers, not only on Mother’s Day, but every day.
Wishing all our mums and mother figures a joyful and love-filled day this Sunday.
Blessings for a wonderful week ahead!
Moris