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Faith and Formation

 

Lifted Leaders - Year 12

On the 27th of February, the 12 St Luke's House Leaders joined student leaders from across the Diocese for the 2025 Lifted Leaders event run by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese. The St Luke’s House Leaders were all able to share their aspirations and goals for leadership this year with the focus of 'HOPE'. Not only was this a day of reflection, but a day of dancing, singing, connection, love and very good food. A highlight of the day for me was meeting other leaders across the Diocese and establishing new connections across many other schools. I look forward to hopefully doing more work with these amazing people.

 

Lara Balagtas

Einstein House Captain

 

 

Ash Wednesday Liturgy

On Wednesday, March 5, the students and teachers of the School of Foundations gathered for a meaningful Ash Wednesday liturgy. School of Leadership and Entrepreneurs also gathered later in the day. This special occasion provided an opportunity to reflect on the significance of Lent - a time of prayer, fasting, and renewal in preparation for Easter.

 

During the liturgies, Fr. Gayan shared a powerful message using the analogy of a hammer and nail. He explained how just as a hammer drives a nail into wood, our actions and choices shape our lives and our relationship with God. The nail represents our struggles and sins, while the hammer symbolises the strength and grace we receive through faith to overcome them. Fr Gayan reminded students that our struggles and faults can always be fixed if we retry. 

 

The liturgy invited everyone to embrace the Lenten journey with open hearts, seeking forgiveness, making sacrifices, and growing in faith. Through prayer and reflection, students and teachers were encouraged to deepen their commitment to kindness, generosity, and spiritual renewal during this sacred season.

 

 

School of Foundations

   

    

 

 

School of Leadership and School of Entrepreneurs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Outreach

Shrove Tuesday - Pancake Day

Shrove Tuesday is the day before Lent starts, and the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday.  It is a day of celebration as the last chance to feast before Lent begins.  This year it falls on Tuesday March 4.  Traditionally, it is a day celebrated with Pancakes.

 

Thanks to the generosity of the St Luke’s Catholic College Community we were able to sell over 600 pancakes, that means as a school, we can donate over $1000 to Project Compassion.

 

What a great effort so early in Lent!

 

Project Compassion

The Project Compassion Lenten Appeal assists many vulnerable people on a global scale. From providing resources to attain fresh water for a community to supporting adults getting an education. 

If you would like to support this appeal, you can make a donation through the QKR App. by selecting the ‘Project Compassion’ option.  You are able to donate as much or as little as you like.

 

 

 

K-6 School Disco

Caritas - Project Compassion

We will be holding a K-6 Disco to support Caritas Australia.  The Disco will be held in our Performance Space on Friday, March 28.  

 

Tickets are $10 per student (this includes a drink and snacks) and are to be purchased through the QKR App.  Click on the ‘Project Compassion’ option, then click on the specific time allocated to your child/ren.  If you have more than one child, you will need to ensure you purchase each in the correct timeslot.

 

 We have split the year groups for the Disco, times are as follows:

  • Kindy to Year 2 students  will be from 4.00 to 5.30 pm
  • Year 3 to Year 6 will be from 5.45 to 7.30 pm

 

Details regarding drop off and pick up will be sent out soon.  

 

We look forward to having our K-6 students in attendance!!

 

 

YCS

The YCS Leadership Team presented their proposal for Environmental Day to the Principal, Mrs. Bauer, and members of the Senior Leadership Team. They plan to hold the event on June 6th, aligning with both World Environment Day and Laudato Si’ Week.

As part of their proposal, students suggested various activities for the day, including making it a Plastic-Free Day and distributing raffle tickets to students who provide evidence of rubbish collection. They also proposed an Environmental Art Competition to engage students creatively. Additionally, they requested that Mrs. Bauer approve the day as a Mufti Day to encourage participation.

The discussion also covered marketing strategies and budgeting, led by the relevant team members. A follow-up meeting will be scheduled in the coming days to finalise the details and next steps.

 

 

 

From the St Luke’s Parish Community

 

Sacramental Program:

For families interested in the Sacramental program for 2025 the details are here for you.  Please register via the Google Form link of the specific sacrament you wish for your child.

 

Youth Group: 

Join us for an exciting youth group night this Friday, 14th of March, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at St Luke’s Catholic College.  Enter via the Frontier Avenue entrance and follow the sound of good vibes, real talk, and epic games!

Bring your friends or come solo!

Snacks and drinks will be provided on the night as usual.

Meets fortnightly.

 

Weekday Masses:

Wednesday at 7.30am

Friday at 6.30pm

Held in the temporary chapel next to the Parish Office (Temporary Office in demountable building at western end of carpark within St Luke’s Catholic College, Frontier Avenue, Marsden Park)

 

Lenten Discussion Group:  

Discussions focus on the Sunday Gospels.

Starts Thursday, March 6, at 7- 8:00pm at the Parish Office.

All are welcome.

 

Contact

Should you need to contact the St Luke’s Parish Community the contact details follow here:

 

Website: https://stlukesmarsdenpark.org.au/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlukesmarsdenpark

Email: marsdenpark@parracatholic.org Ph: 02 8530 0173  Mobile: 0422 724 160