Religious Education

Sacrament of First Reconciliation 2026

On Wednesday night a number of our students will receive the Sacrament of First Reconciliation at St Jude's Church. We ask that you keep them in your prayers as they continue their faith journey. 

Project Compassion – Unite Against Poverty

During Lent, we also support Caritas Australia through Project Compassion, its annual Lenten fundraising campaign. For over 50 years, Project Compassion has helped vulnerable communities around the world by providing access to clean water, education, healthcare and sustainable food sources.

The 2026 theme, “Unite Against Poverty,” reminds us that while we may not be able to change the whole world at once, each small act of generosity can make a real difference. The good we do today can create lasting change for future generations.

Each classroom has a Project Compassion box. We encourage all students and families to support this important cause and to donate generously this Lent. Together, we can make a difference and bring hope to others.

Celebrating a Special Sacrament ~Baptism

We are pleased to share that Nate was recently baptised at St Jude’s Church.

Baptism is a significant moment in the Catholic tradition, marking the beginning of a child’s journey in faith and welcoming them into the family of God and the wider Church community. As a school, we rejoice with Nate and his family as he takes this special step.

We offer our congratulations and keep Nate and his family in our prayers as he continues to grow in faith within our parish and school community.

Sacrament of First Eucharist & Confirmation ~later this year 

Preparation for each Sacrament takes place during Religious Education lessons with the classroom teachers. Students also complete follow-up activities at home and participate in a Family Workshop as part of their preparation.

Please note that this year’s Sacramental Program has changed slightly. It is compulsory for at least one parent to attend both workshops for each Sacrament their child is undertaking.

Each Sacrament includes:

• Two workshops to be attended by the child receiving the Sacrament and at least one parent.

• and Commitment Mass are to be attended by the child receiving the Sacrament and at least one parent.

Families will not be able to book a place for their child to receive the Sacrament unless they have attended both workshops, the Commitment Mass and completed any associated tasks.

Sacrament of First Eucharist (Holy Communion)

The Sacrament of First Eucharist is available for students in Year 4 or above who have been Baptised and made their Reconciliation and are yet to receive this Sacrament. Therefore, the Parish of St Jude’s and schools will be offering all our Year 4 students or above the opportunity to partake in the Sacrament of First Eucharist.

Key Dates…

Sacrament of First Eucharist Commitment Mass:

First Eucharist Family Workshop:

Sacrament of First Eucharist:

Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation is available for students in Year 6 who have been Baptised,  made their Reconciliation and First Eucharist and are yet to receive this Sacrament. Therefore, the Parish of St Jude’s and schools will be offering all our Year 6 students the opportunity to partake in the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Key Dates…

Sacrament of Confirmation Commitment Mass:

Sacrament of Confirmation Family Workshop :

Sacrament of Confirmation:

Information regarding enrolling your child/ren in a Sacrament will be shared via SIMON, in the weeks leading up to the beginning of the particular Sacramental Program. 

Kind regards,

Denham Harvie

Religious Education Leader

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Week Day Masses

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday , Mass at 9.15am

Weekend Masses 

Saturday 6pm, 

Sunday 8.30am & 10.30am 

Reconciliation:  Saturday 5.30pm - 5.50pm