Religious Education

Welcome to Religious Education for 2026
Class Masses for the start of Term 1 Thursday 9am, all are welcome!
Week | Date | Year Level |
Week 3 | Thursday 12 February | Year 5 |
Week 4 | Ash Wednesday 18 February All Welcome! | Whole School Mass Years 1- 6 |
Week 5 | Thursday 26 February | Year 2 |
School Theme for 2026
Mary MacKillop was a visionary who recognised the transformative power of education. She dedicated her life to ensuring that all children had access to education, regardless of their circumstances. Her famous words, “Never see a need without trying to do something about it,” form our school theme for 2026. These words urge us to be attentive to the needs of others and to take action with compassion and courage.
In the coming weeks, students across the school will be learning about Mary MacKillop and the important work she undertook. The Story of Mary MacKillop
Blessing of the School Bags
Our Foundation students, together with their families, began their time at St Mary’s with a Blessing of the School Bags. Thank you to Fr Desmond for his special words.
Beginning of the Year Mass
On Thursday Years 1- 6 celebrated the Beginning of the 2026 school year with our Opening Mass. Our school leaders were presented with their leadership badges.
Thank you to the Year 6 student and church captains that lead the Mass.
Ash Wednesday Mass
Students from Years 1- 6 will be attending Mass on Ash Wednesday at the 12:45pm Parish Mass. All are welcome to attend.
Sacrament Dates for 2026
Please note that before each Sacrament students and their families are asked to attend a Blessing/Commitment Mass.
First Reconciliation (Year 3)- Tuesday, 24 March 10:00am and 12:00pm
Commitment Mass- Saturday, 28 February 6:00pm, Parish Mass
Confirmation (Year 6)- Thursday, 21 May, 4:30pm (St Mary’s Church)
Commitment Mass- Saturday, 2 May, 6:00pm, Parish Mass
First Holy Communion (Year 4)- Saturday, 8 August, 6:00pm, Parish Mass
Commitment Mass-Saturday, 25 July, 6:00pm, Parish Mass
Pope Leo’s New Year Prayer Pray with the Pope:











