Catholic Identity
CONGRATULATIONS -Confirmation and Eucharist
Congratulations to all the students who recently received the Sacraments of Confirmation and first Eucharist in our Parish.
After several weeks of preparation, attending formation sessions, weekend Parish Masses, and preparing at home with their families the following students completed their reception into the community of the Catholic Church by receiving the final Sacraments of Initiation - Confirmation and first Eucharist (Communion).
This is a very important step in their faith journey; we offer each of them our congratulations and continued prayers.
Congratulations:
Max, Luke, Zoe, Charlie, Mack, Polly, Angus, Violet, Sarah, Stephanie, Remi, Evie, Sonny, Lola, Harvey, Sophie, Sophie, Bonnie, Isla, Erin, Josh, Max, Ellie, Grace, Joey, Ada, Sadie, Finn, Eleanor, Cedric, Edward, Amelia, Julian, Annabel, Itara, Lucy, Eva, Vance, Skyl, and Lincon.
Sacraments - What are they all about?
What is a Sacrament?
A sacrament is a sacred ritual that makes God's grace present in a tangible way through the use of symbol - water, oil, bread and wine.
Catholic's believe that the Sacrament is not simply symbolic, but actually sanctify and strengthen the recipient in their faith.
What are the Seven Sacraments of the Catholic Church?
Sacraments of initiation:
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- Eucharist
Sacraments of healing:
- Reconciliation
- Anointing of the sick
Sacraments of service:
- Holy Orders (priesthood)
- Matrimony
Sandpiper
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Unit Mass Changes
Due to the availability of Priests, we have had to make some changes to the way we celebrate and worship as a school community for the remainder of this year.
To accommodate this, units will now celebrate a staff and student led Liturgy of the Word instead of a Mass. We are committed to ensuring that the students still participate in regular liturgical prayer and worship throughout the year, with many opportunities to actively participate in different roles throughout the liturgy.
Parents are invited to all of our celebrations whether they be a Mass, Liturgy of the Word, or Communion Service.
Term 3 Celebrations:
- Year 6 Unit Liturgy of the Word (Staff and Student Led)
- Year 5 Unit Liturgy of the Word (Staff and Student Led)
- Year 4 Unit Liturgy of the Word (Staff and Student Led)
- Year 3 Unit Liturgy of the Word (Staff and Student Led)
- Foundation, Year 1 and Year 2 Combined Mass - Mass for Fathers (Led by Fr Jake)
- Whole School Mass - Celebrating Mary (the Assumption) (Led by Fr Jake)