RELIGOUS EDUCATION NEWS
The Feast of the Assumption 15 August Whole School Mass 9:15am You are invited to join us.
This Friday is the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
From our Parish Bulletin…
“In Holy Cross Parish, there will be two Masses on Friday: 9.15am (Whole School Mass) and 6.30pm. The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Holy Day of Obligation for the whole Church (that is, it is like a Sunday). This means that Catholics are generally obliged to make the day a holy day, especially by attending Mass.”
The Feast of the Assumption, celebrated on August 15th, commemorates the unique privilege of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who, at the end of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory. This dogma, solemnly defined by Pope Pius XII on November 1, 1950, affirms that Mary, like her Son, overcame death and is already triumphant in heaven in the totality of her being.. It is a profound reminder of the destiny awaiting all who are united with Christ, offering hope and comfort to the pilgrim People of God.
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the glorious Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a sign of hope and the promise of our own resurrection. May her example inspire us to live lives fully devoted to Your will, so that one day we may share in the heavenly glory You have prepared for us. Amen.
Feast of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop
What a beautiful celebration of the Eucharist we had last Friday for the Feast of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop. A big thank you to Father Paul for leading us in prayer.
St. Mary MacKillop Art Competition
The ‘winner’s’ of our school Inaugural St Mary of the Cross Art Competition were presented with a certificate and a sweet treat after Mass last Friday. A ‘special guest’ came and presented the awards with Father Paul. Check out their beautiful artwork in the photos below.
Congratulations to the following students:
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Kinder |
Charlotte Dodwell Ella Boulden |
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Year 1 |
Kai Rowe Hayden Shapter |
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Year 2 |
Ziggy Johnstone Bella Barnard |
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Year 3 |
Marley Hatch Zaiden Lennon |
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Year 4 |
Airlie O’Rourke Maggie Carolan |
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Year 5 |
Max Morton Layla Pollard |
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Year 6 |
Sadie Wong Indigo Snelling |
Year 6 Mass with Bishop Brian
On Wednesday 6 August, Year 6 journeyed to St. Therese West Wollongong for Mass with Bishop Brian along with 8 other Catholic Primary Schools. A big congratulations to Lachie who led the congregation in the Second Reading, representing Holy Cross with pride. Thank you to Father Paul who also came to celebrate with us.
Dates of Term 3 Masses and Liturgies
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The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Whole School Mass |
Friday 15 August (Wk 4) 9:15am |
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Father’s Day - Liturgy on the Playground |
(Wk 7) TBC |
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The Exaltation of the Holy Cross and Grandparents Day - Whole School Mass |
Friday 12 September 9:15am |
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Parish Grade Mass Years 6 and 1 |
Thursday 18 September 9am |
Confirmation: Year 6 Parents - Please see COMPASS News Feed for enrolment details for the Sacrament of Confirmation
Confirmation Date:
Sunday 14 September 2025
Workshop Dates:
Thursdays, 6.30pm in the Parish Hall 14th August, 28th August & 11th September
Retreat Day: Wednesday 10 September 9-3 pm
Parish Hall
Mrs Debbie Turton
Religious Education Coordinator