Religious Education

Sacramental Dates -2025 

SACRAMENT OF FIRST EUCHARIST (Holy Communion) –Year 4

          Saturday 3 May

           2:00pm Sacrament of First Eucharist HOLY TRINITY students at St Jude’s Church 

                    St Jude’s Parish Hall will be used as a polling booth. Due to building works at St                           Jude’s School, their school grounds will be unavailable for parking. This may cause                     issues with parking, so please advise any guests attending the Sacrament of First                         Eucharist to arrive early to allow time to find a parking space.       

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION –Year 6

 Key Dates…

Confirmation Family Workshop (child and at least one parent must attend):  

Term 2 Wk 9      Tuesday 17 June (Please note change) ~from 6:30-7:30pm at St Jude’s Church  

Sacrament of Confirmation Commitment Mass: 

Term 2 Wk 9        Saturday 21 June 6:00 pm Mass at St Jude’s Church   or

         Sunday 22 June 10:30 am Mass at St Jude’s Church

Sacrament of Confirmation Reflection Day (for ALL Year 6 students):

Term 3 Wk 2     Tuesday 29 July (including visit from Bishop Nguyen) more info to follow

Sacrament of Confirmation:

Term 3 Wk 2     Wednesday 30 July at St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 6pm 

We invite families to indicate whether your child will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation with the Parish in 2025 and the number of expected guests by completing the Sacrament of Confirmation Enrolment eform ASAP.  

Kind regards,

​Denham Harvie 

Religious Education Leader

Remembering 

Pope Francis: A Life of Love, Mercy, Justice, and Care for Creation (1936-2025) 

On Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, passed away at the age of 88. He was the first pope from Latin America and a member of the Jesuit order. Pope Francis was known for his humility, compassion, 

and deep commitment to justice.​

He believed that children and young people are the "joy and hope of the Church and the world." He often spoke about the importance of hope and encouraged everyone to trust in God's love, even during challenging times. This message of hope was so important to him that he made it the theme of the Jubilee Year.

Pope Francis was not afraid to speak about difficult issues. He addressed global problems like poverty and environmental destruction, emphasizing that caring for the poor and protecting the environment are moral responsibilities. In his 2015 letter, Laudato Si', he called on everyone to take action against climate change and to care for our common home, the Earth. He highlighted how environmental issues often affect the poorest communities the most, urging people to live more simply and sustainably. 

Pope Francis lived a simple life, choosing to reside in a modest guesthouse rather than the traditional papal palace. He was known for his friendly and approachable manner, often reaching out to people from all walks of life. Whether it was embracing refugees, visiting the sick, or advocating for peace, he demonstrated what it means to live the Gospel.

His teachings on love, mercy, and justice have inspired many to work towards a better world. He reminded us that true friendship involves sharing both joy and pain, and that we should always strive to help others. As we remember Pope Francis, let's honour his legacy by showing love and kindness to others, standing up for justice, and caring for the environment. 

We give thanks for his life and pray that he rests peacefully in heaven.

2025 Jubilee (Pilgrims of Hope)

What is the 2025 Jubilee?

The term “Jubilee” comes from the Hebrew term “yobel,” which means “ram’s horn.” In Jewish tradition, the sound of the horn marked the beginning of a particular year of remission and forgiveness. The Catholic Church adopted this tradition and made it a year of pilgrimage, prayer, and reconciliation.

What is the History of the Jubilee?

The first Jubilee of the Catholic Church was proclaimed by Pope Boniface VIII in 1300. Since then, the Church has celebrated a Jubilee every 25 years unless the Pope decides to call an extraordinary Jubilee, as Pope Francis did in 2015.

Why is 2025 a Holy Year for the Catholic Church?

The official Vatican website for the Holy Year 2025 — www.iubilaeum2025.va — says, “In 1300, Pope Boniface VIII called the first Jubilee, also known as a ‘Holy Year,’ since it is a time when God’s holiness transforms us.” The Jubilee is a time of forgiveness and reconciliation, with pilgrims worldwide flocking to Rome to celebrate the event. It is also a time of renewal and spiritual awakening, with the Pope and other religious leaders offering prayers, blessings, and ceremonies.

Weekly Masses

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday at 9.15am

Weekend Masses 

Saturday 6pm, 

Sunday 8.30am & 10.30am 

Reconciliation by appointment (contact Fr Jerald or Fr  Joel at Parish Office)

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