EASTER MASS

On Wednesday of Week 1 we celebrated a joyful Easter Mass with Father Paul. Thank you to all of the families who were able to attend this celebration and join with us reflecting on the joy and hope of the Easter season.

ANZAC DAY SERVICE

We also gathered on our first day back for our ANZAC Day service where we came together to honour the courage and sacrifice of the ANZAC’s and all who served and continue to serve our country in the defence forces. A special thank you to Michael Ali (OAM) who spoke to the students about the meaning of ANZAC day and his service. Mr Ali also presented this year’s ANZAC award to Florence Kent.  Here is the citation that was presented to Florence at the service. Congratulations to this worthy recipient.

Pope Francis

We also had a special whole school prayer on the first day back focussed on the life and service of Pope Francis. Our primary classes have been also learning about the Conclave to elect a new Pope. “When a Pope dies or resigns, the Cardinals of the Catholic Church gather in a special, secluded meeting called a conclave to elect a new Pope. During this time, they live in Vatican City, cut off from the outside world, and participate in prayer and voting until one Cardinal receives the required number of votes. The process is governed by strict rules and traditions to ensure the sanctity and legitimacy of the election. Once a new Pope is chosen and accepts the role, he is announced to the world.”

Prayer for the Election of a Pope

O God, who gave the Holy Spirit to your Apostles,

we ask, through the intercession of Mary, Mother of Jesus

to guide the Cardinals as they elect a new Pope.

May they choose a shepherd who will lead the Church in truth and love.

Amen

In Peace,

Mrs Debbie Turton 
Religious Education Coordinator

Parable of the Lost Sheep: A book reading by Bishop Brian Mascord

The Council of Catholic Schools Parents (CCSP) warmly invites all families to join Bishop Brian Mascord in a very special online reading of the classic Bible story ‘The Parable of the Lost Sheep’.

This unique online event, organised as part of the Jubilee Year of Hope, will take place on Tuesday 27 May from 7.00 pm to 7.30 pm. ( Jo- please download & embed this flyer  here.

The first 100 registrations for the reading will be posted a free copy of the book to read along with Bishop Brian!

A link to Bishop Brian’s statement on the passing of the Holy Father, Pope Francis, is also available here