On Sunday 20th August, 2023, I had the privilege of running the Sydney Vinnies Brekky Van with a group of parents from St Margaret Mary’s and OLSH. Such a humbling experience to be able to offer our time and a 'hand up' to those most needy in our community. With your support of the purchase of the sacramental bracelets for Mother's Day this year, we were also able to purchase food to donate towards the Brekky Van service. If you would like to volunteer, we have one last Sydney Vinnies Brekky Van left for the year on Sunday 12th November, 2023. Feel free to email me for further details lucille.gravina@syd.catholic.edu.au

Men’s Movie Night - Wednesday 30th August 2023

Gather your male friends for a cheap night out! The Botany Randwick Family Educators are hosting a Men’s Movie Night at the Ritz Cinema in Randwick on Wednesday 30th August 2023. It is set to be a great night and tickets are limited. Scan the QR code to book your tickets or click on the link https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1073168 Free gift for all attendees. Don't miss out.

Parenting with Clarity & Confidence Workshop - 25th August 2023

Randwick City Council is hosting a FREE Parenting with Clarity Workshop on Friday 25th August, 2023 at St Brigid’s Parish Hall. Click on the LINK to register.

The Importance of Fathers for their Daughters

Interesting YouTube clip by Fr John Flader about The importance of Fathers for their daughters. Click on the LINK to view. Good timing given Father’s Day is just around the corner.

Pope Francis - World Youth Day message

With World Youth Day 2023 now over, I thought I would share two of my favourite World Youth Day quotes by His Holiness Pope Francis when he addressed pilgrims in Lisbon.

“In the Church there is room for everyone. And when there is not, please make sure there is, even for those who make mistakes, for those who fall, for those who are going through difficulties. Everyone. Everyone. Everyone.” Pope Francis - 3 August, 2023

“The only time it is permissible to look a person from head to toes: when we want to help them to

get up.”

Pope Francis - 5 August, 2023

Go gently, every blessing

Ms. Lucille Gravina

Family Educator

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