Religious Dimension
End of Term 3
Dear Families,
As we come to the end of another busy and wonderful term, I would like to wish all our families a very blessed and relaxing Term 3 break.
I hope the holidays provide an opportunity to slow down, spend time together and enjoy the simple moments that often become our most treasured memories. Whether it is a family outing, a shared meal, a game, a walk in the sunshine or simply enjoying some quiet time together, may you find plenty of little moments of joy along the way.
Thank you for your continued support throughout Term 3. It has been a wonderful term filled with learning, growth, friendship, celebration and many opportunities for our students to shine. We are very grateful for the way our families continue to work in partnership with us to support our children.
As we look towards Term 4, there is certainly plenty to look forward to!
Please take a moment to have a look at the important dates below and add them to your calendars.
Wishing you all a safe, happy and restful holiday break. May it be a time to recharge, reconnect and enjoy the gift of being together.
Have a very blessed holiday, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for Term 4.
Warmest wishes,
Melinda Buscema
(Deputy/REL/Teaching and Learning)
mbuscema@sjmitcham.catholic.edu.au
| What: | When: | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Year 3 Reconciliation Faith Family Night | Thursday October 8 at 6pm | St John's Church |
| Year 3 Commitment Masses | Saturday, October 10 at 6pm or Sunday October 11 at 9:45am or 11:15am | St John's Church |
| Year 3 Sacrament of Reconciliation | Tuesday October 27 at 6pm | St John's Church |
| Remembrance Day Prayer Service | Tuesday November 11 at 11am | St John's School Piazza |
| Advent Prayer Service | Tuesday, December 1 at 9am | MacKillop space |
| Prep 2027 and new families welcome mass | Sunday, December 6 at 11:15am | St John's Church |
| Whole School Mini missions Christmas Market | Tuesday, December 8 at 2pm | St John's School |
| Year 6 Graduation and Thanksgiving mass | Monday December 14 at 6pm | St John's Church followed by the graduation in the Coghlan centre |
Live Your Best Life in Love...A Marriage Encounter weekend is for you…
Take some time-out to nurture your most precious relationship away from life's busyness and distractions.
As a couple the two of you will come away from your weekend feeling more deeply connected and with tools to help keep your renewed intimacy alive.
No group sharing is required.
The weekend is based around Catholic values. Couples of all faiths are very welcome.
Our next weekend is coming up...
Please check our website for more details and to book your special weekend:
November 6 - 8th 2026
St Paul's Retreat Centre, Wantirna South.
Starts Friday evening at 7pm and finishes Sunday afternoon around 4:30pm
Information/Bookings: Phone Mercy & James 0409 183 676 or
Email: vicbookings@wwme.org.au Website: wwme.org.au
