Burning of the Palms

This morning Father George and Father Namora led our whole school burning of the palms for the parish.

ASH Wednesday

Tomorrow, Years 3 and 4 will led our school and the parish Ash Wednesday Mass.

LENT

In the coming weeks, we have the privilege of walking with some of our sisters and brothers who participate in Caritas programs, and who feature in the Project Compassion stories this year. How might we learn about living hope-filled lives in solidarity with one another and for the common good of our one human family? As the season of Lent approaches, we might consider: What could we do to commit ourselves to the flourishing of hope in our time? How can we give Lent 100%?

Forty Days – Forty Items

On Wednesday, students will be bringing home a Forty Days-Forty Items garbage bag.

We are asking that every day during Lent, families will place into the garbage bag items of clothing that they no longer need.

The garbage bags can be returned to the school at the start of next term.

Thank you in advance for supporting this.

Project Compassion

Students have been given a Project Compassion box to support Caritas Australia during Lent. This year the theme is “Give Lent 100 %”. Each classroom also has a project compassion box where donations can be made.

PROJECT COMPASSION 2019 PRAYER

Creator God,

You are our constant hope!

In the season of Lent, you call us to prayer,

fasting and love of those most marginalised.

As a community of faith and courage,

let our gifts to Project Compassion be symbols

of hope and solidarity with our one human family.

Accompany us as we journey with Jesus

to bring ‘good news’ to all creation and ready our hearts

to work for the common good of all your people.

We ask this in Jesus’ name

AMEN

Mass and Liturgy Times:

This term, Mass will be on Fridays at 12pm and Liturgies will be Friday at 12:30pm.

Liturgies at this stage will be held at the school.  

Dates to mark on your calendar:

05/03- TUESDAY (Today) Burning of the Palms

06/03- ASH Wednesday MASS led by Years 3 and 4 (12pm).

15/03- St Patrick’s Day MASS led by SRC (12pm).

22/03- Liturgy led by Years 1 and 2 (12:30pm).
29/03- Mass led by Years 5 and 6 (12:30pm).
05/04- Liturgy led by KINDER and BUDDIES (12:30pm).

12/04- End of term Mass led by whole school (12pm).

Prayer / Thoughts / Questions / Reflection for the week:

As we prepare for the season of Lent, may we shine on the world like bright stars, with hearts full of love and compassion for our one human family. Let our prayer, fasting and almsgiving be fruitful signs of your mercy in the world.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace”

– Romans 15:13

God Bless, Mrs Flanagan REC