Education in Faith
Saints Peter and Paul - Apostles
Gospel Reflection – John 21:15–19
“Do you love me?”
In this week’s Gospel passage, we are confronted with a powerful passage, Jesus appears to His disciples after the resurrection and shares a special moment with Peter. He asks Peter three times:“Do you love me?”Each time Peter says yes, and Jesus responds:“Feed my lambs... Tend my sheep... Feed my sheep.”
This is more than a conversation; it is a moment of healing, forgiveness, and calling. Peter had denied Jesus three times, and now Jesus gives him three chances to affirm his love. Jesus isn’t angry. Instead, He is gently restoring Peter’s place as a leader and inviting him to live out that love through service.
Jesus' words remind us that love is not just about what we say; it is about what we do. He calls Peter to care for others, just like He does for us. This is also our call: to show our love for Jesus by loving and serving others.
The Key Message of the Gospel is:
- Jesus forgives, restores, and invites us to follow Him by caring for others.
Discussion Starters:
- Why do you think Jesus asked Peter the same question three times?
- Have you ever made a mistake and been given another chance? How did that feel?
- What do you think it means to "feed Jesus’ sheep" today?
- How can you show love for Jesus in your actions this week?
- Who are the “sheep” in your life that need care, kindness, or encouragement?
Closing Prayer:
Jesus, Thank You for loving us, even when we make mistakes.Help us to say “yes” to You not just with our words, but with how we treat others.Teach us to care for Your sheep; our friends, classmates, family, and those in need.Give us courage to follow You every day.
Amen.
Sacramental Dates for 2025
Parents please check the following dates
- Grade 2 will receive First Reconciliation in Term 4 on Thursday, 20th November 2025.
- Grade 6 will receive Confirmation – Term 3 on Saturday, 6th September 2025.
Reconciliation: baptised Catholics in Year 2.
Eucharist: baptised Catholics in Year 3 or who have celebrated their Reconciliation.
Confirmation: Year 6 Catholics who have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Eucharist.
Dear Parents,
As this is a Jubilee Year, our Confirmation will be held at the Cathedral, making the celebration even more special. To help cover the additional costs, we kindly ask for a $10 levy per student.
Please send the payment to the school office ASAP in an envelope with your child’s name and Home group.
Thank you for your support and cooperation.
Event | Day / Date/Time
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TERM 3
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Confirmation Retreat & Reconciliation Day (Yr 6s) | Wednesday, 3rd September - at SFS - Regular school working day for children
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| Meeting with the Bishop (Yr 6s) | TBA (meeting with Bishop)
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| Sacrament of Confirmation (Yr 6s) | Saturday, 6th, September Mass at 11 am at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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TERM 4
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Reconciliation Enrolment & Information Night for Parents ONLY (Yr 2s) | Tuesday, 7th October 6:30 pm Registration ($25 for Stole, candle and Certificates for ALL Sacraments) 7- 8pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church
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| Reconciliation Commitment Mass (Yr 2s) | Friday, 17th October 6:30 pm Registration 7- 8pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church
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Reconciliation Student Information Sessions (Yr2s) | Fri 7th Nov 11:40 am Wed 12th November 11:40 am at SFS - Regular school working day for children
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| Sacrament of Reconciliation (Yr2s) | Thursday, 20th November 6:30 pm Registration 7- 8pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church |
If you have any further questions regarding your child receiving these Sacraments, please feel free to contact me at the school.
God Bless,
Rozeta Ambrose
Religious Education Leader
rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au
GRADE 5/6 SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM – MINI VINNIES
MINI VINNES ACTION TEAM
MINI VINNES SCHOOL CONFERENCE
Students from the Mini Vinnies Action Team that nominated to attend the Mini Vinnies School Conference next term are ready to work hard on their presentation. They will begin to think about which action they would like to share with other schools at the Conference.
Parents if your child nominated themselves please give permission on Operoo stating any dietary requirements as soon as possible. This way if there are students that can’t attend we may be able to choose another Mini Vinnie to take their place.
MINI VINNIES SOUP & CHAT NIGHT
Yes, the Mini Vinnies Soup and Chat Night is on again next term on Tuesday August 19th. Please keep this night free so your child can attend. The Mini Vinnies Action team will assist in planning this evening and further details will be provided next term.
COMMUNITY SPIRIT HOUSE POINTS
The total House points for each House which includes points for the Winter Appeal donations:
1st | BOSCO | 2 238 |
2nd | PATRICK | 2 201 |
3rd | TERESA | 1 902 |
4th | MACKILLOP | 1 776 |
Bosco has taken the lead again!! Well done Bosco!! Will they still be winning next week?? Don’t forget next week, will be the last week points will be given for the Winter Appeal Donations students have brought in.
MINI VINNIES WINTER APPEAL
Winter Appeal donations for each House so far:
1st | PATRCIK | 134 |
2nd | TERESA | 105 |
3rd | BOSCO | 97 |
4th | MACKILLOP | 95 |
Well done SFS!! A total of 431 items for the Mini Vinnies to hand over to our Hampton Park St Vincent de Paul Conference next Friday.
A reminder that food items must be non-perishable and before the best before or used by date. Toiletries are also welcome. We have extended the donation period to next week. Mini Vinnies will do one last collection next Friday and then help pack the items in the cars for the Hampton Park Conference.
Staff have also donated food and toiletry items. Staff donations will be given to the Lynbrook Community Centre where they have a pantry for people in the neighbourhood who are currently struggling.
I would like to thank the Mini Vinnies Action Team and lunchtime team for all their hard work and dedication to making a difference to people in our community who may be currently struggling.
Giuliana
Mini Vinnies Facilitator