Mary Help of Christians Patroness of Australia

Prayer to Mary, Help of Christians

Dear Mary, Help of Christians,

You are the patroness of Australia and our loving mother.

We ask for your guidance and protection.

Help us to be kind, loving, and faithful.

Watch over our families, friends, and all the people of Australia.

May we always follow your example and trust in your care.

Amen.

Saturday 24th May is the feast of Mary Help of Christians – the patroness of Australia.

Mary, Help of Christians holds a special place in the hearts of Australians.

Her significance as the patroness of Australia dates back to 1844, when Australia became the first country to adopt her under this title.

The devotion to Mary, Help of Christians, began during a time when Australia had no Catholic priests and Mass was unavailable. The faithful relied heavily on the Rosary to sustain their faith.

This devotion was further strengthened by the efforts of Fr John Joseph Therry, who encouraged the recitation of the Rosary and intercession of Mary.

Baby Chatwin arrives

St. Bernard's welcomes its newest member of our community. Congratulation Joseph and Amber on the arrival of Lucas Alexander Chatwin. Everyone is doing well.

James Levesque

James Levesque, past teacher and Deputy Principal of St. Bernard's passed away on Sunday 11th May. Several staff attended the funeral having taught with James or his wife Caz. James' four children are all past students of St. Bernard's.

Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Caz and family as they mourn James.

SAFE On Social Parent Night

WEDNESDAY EVENING 6.30 PM ST. BERNARD'S HALL.

IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS OVER-

- YOUR CHILD'S SCREEN USE

-AI

-DISRUPTED SLEEP

-IN APROPRIATE GAMES/APPS

-SAFETY ON DEVICES

-etc.

Then this session with Anna Hayes from Safe on Social is a must attend.

Support your child's wellness and safety by attending and being informed with the most up to date information.

Basketball Champ

Congratulations to Duke Mendoza in Grade 5 for his efforts in basketball.

Duke was selected to Captain the Australian Grassroots for Philippines Basketball team to play in the "2025 ASIA YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE" held in BEIJING, CHINA.

Duke played 2 divisions ,12U & 10U. Duke's team won the title Championship leading against Hong Kong, Korea, China and Mongolia.

In addition to Duke's gold medal, Duke was announced the Most Valuable Player in the Beijing Youth Asia Basketball League.

Duke was also runner up in the second age group.

Sacrament of Confirmation.

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation began yesterday.

These children typically baptised and now in grade four, will prepare over the next few weeks and then receive the Sacrament of Confirmation on the evening of 17th June in

St. Patrick's church.

Grade Six camp

Grade Six children and teachers head off on Camp next week to ADANAC CYC, Yarra Junction. We hope they have a great time.

Late to school

If your child is late to school, please just drop them into the office.

Our staff are more than happy to walk them to their class facilitating a smoother less distracting entry to the class.

Drop off out the front and hall

We remind all parents and grandparents that the Drop off zone out the front of school and at the hall, are areas where the adult must not leave their cars.

When this occurs it significantly disrupts the flow of pick up for all other families.

Have a great week

Patricia Boak

Principal

Sustainability