Feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Next friday 27th June, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a special day in the life of our Church. Our Lady of Perpetual Help is one of the many beautiful titles we give to Mary, the mother of Jesus. This title reminds us that Mary is always there to help us – especially when we pray to her in times of trouble, worry or sadness.

The famous image of Our Lady of Perpetual Help shows Mary gently holding Jesus as

He looks towards the angels who hold the cross – a sign that Mary stays close to us through all the ups and downs of life. Just as she cared for Jesus with love and trust in God, she cares for each of us, too.

At Assembly on Monday, we will take time in prayer and reflection to honour Mary and ask her to continue guiding our hearts toward Jesus. May we, like her, be people of compassion, courage and faith.

Let us all remember to turn to Our Lady in prayer, knowing that her help is always near.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help, pray for us.

FEAST DAY CELEBRATION

In Week 10 we will celebrate our end of term 3 in a very special way. On THURSDAY 3rd July we will celebrate the feast day of St Benedict - our schools patron saint with a special liturgy presented by 4 Red. St Benedict's actual feast day is on the 11th of July (in the school holidays) hence why we celebrate this special day earlier. 

On FRIDAY 4th July we will remember those less fortunate than ourselves through our Mission Day and Bennie's Got Talent Performance. We will be wearing our PJ's and winter warmers as a reminder that not everyone is as lucky as we are to have such warm clothes. To show our gratitude each student is asked to bring a gold coin and ONE item from the list below depending on what stage they are in at school. Please check the lists and donate accordingly. Early Stage One - Kindergarten,  Stage 1 - Year 1 and Year 2, Stage 2 - Year 3 and Year 4 and Stage 3 - Year 5 and Year 6.

PLEASE ONLY BRING IN YOUR DONATIONS ON FRIDAY 4th JULY.

LET THE CHILDREN CELEBRATE -

Jubilee Year - Pilgrims of Hope

As we continue to celebrate this Jubilee Year - Pilgrims of Hope, the Maitland Newcastle Diocese have put together an exciting funfilled day of events and activities to share this special time with our students in a way that is relatable to them as children. The organisers are both teachers from our Diocese who are known for sharing their faith through fun and creative ways. The day is being offered free of charge and morning, and afternoon tea is provided, attendees are asked to bring along a packed lunch. Get in quick as I am sure places will fill up fast for this exciting day.