From the Acting REC

Advent: A Time of Hope, Preparation, and Reflection

As we journey through the liturgical calendar, the time of Advent is quickly approaching. The word Advent means "Coming". Advent is a time for us to reflect on themes of hope, love, joy, and peace and is a time for Christians to wait and prepare our hearts and minds for the arrival of Jesus at Christmas time.  

One way to focus on this season of Advent is through the Advent wreath, which offers both a visual and prayerful reminder of the journey. The Advent wreath was created out of evergreens, symbolizing everlasting life. The circle reminds us of God’s unending love and the eternal life He makes possible. The wreath itself is filled with symbolism. Each part of the wreath reminds us of an important truth about God. The wreath comprises of 3 purple candles and 1 pink candle.  The purple candles symbolise hope, peace and love while the pink candle symbolise joy and is light on the third Sunday of Advent.

The season of Advent begins this year on Sunday 1 December 

St Brigid's Carols Concert Evening

Our students have been enthusiastically practicing and are eager to showcase their talents at our Carols Concert Evening.

We warmly invite you and your families to join us on the school oval at 6:30 PM on Thursday, 5th December for this special event.

It will be a wonderful evening of music, community, and festive cheer. Bring a picnic rug and enjoy the performances. We look forward to sharing this magical celebration with you!

Parish Carols Night

The Clearview/Kilburn parish are hosting a Christmas Carols night on Saturday 30th November at St Gabriel's School Gymnasium. The doors open at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to join in the Christmas spirit with family and friends. There will be a sausage sizzle at a cost of $3 and drinks for $2 available on the night. 

Christmas craft

Children's Liturgy

The next Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be at St Brigid’s Church on Sunday 24th November

Children's liturgy is a wonderful way for the children to have a better understanding of the Gospel of the day’s Liturgy and grow in appreciating the structure and the richness of the liturgy of the word section of the Mass. 

Future dates for Children’s Liturgy are: 

Sunday 24th November

Sunday 1st December

Upcoming Diary Dates

Yours in Love, Peace and Learning,

Michaela Edwards

Acting REC