Religion

Australian Catholic Youth Festival

ACYF is fast approaching. It will be an unforgettable experience for our year 11 students. To find out more about it go to http://youthfestival.catholic.org.au/

Feast of the Assumption of Mary and the Centenary of Fatima

Thanks to Father Sabu for presiding over mass on this day of obligation. The whole school was in attendance and were treated to a homily by Father Ryan who was co-celebrating describing the significance of the events at Fatima. A statue commemorating the event and on tour around Australia was on display adding to the celebration. Father Ryan later addressed year 10 students about the message of Mary at Fatima.

Saint Mary of the Cross

Year 7 and 8 students enjoyed a touring professional production of St Mary of the Cross, recounting the life of Mary MacKillop. Not long after the feast day of Mary MacKillop, Australia's first and only saint, it was a great opportunity for students to engage in her story and enjoy an excellent production.

Year 9 Retreat

The Year 9 Retreat is fast approaching. It will be held at the Army Depot at UNE on October 12. This retreat is facilitated by the Lasallian Youth Ministry Team from Sydney. The cost of the retreat is $25 which includes presenters costs, transport, morning tea and lunch.

Year 10 Leadership Day

Year 10 will have a leadership day on October 13. From this leadership day many of our students elect to become Lasallian Youth Leaders (LYLs). These leaders are recognised around the school by their service to the community especially at retreat days for students in years 7 and 8. It will be held at the Army Depot at UNE on October 13. This retreat is facilitated by the Lasallian Youth Ministry Team from Sydney. The cost of the retreat is $25 which includes presenters costs, transport, morning tea and lunch.

Youth Mass

The O'Connor community is encouraged to attend mass every Sunday and at each service you will see some of our students. There are 2 parish youth masses held each term in the Cathedral and where many of O'Connor's students assume ministries such reading, welcoming, serving and music. Many parishioners have commented on how much they enjoy the energy provided by our students. Thanks to Ms Roach and Ms Moore who are working on this project. Mass at the Cathedral is at 6.00pm on Saturday night (vigil mass), 8.00am, 10.00am and 5.30pm each Sunday. The next youth Mass is 5.30pm September 17.

Damian Roff

REC