Catholic Identity

Heavenly Father, 

We thank You for the life of Pope Francis, a shepherd who led with humility, compassion, and a heart for the poor and marginalized. His life was a tremendous gift to the world, and we are grateful for the profound impact he had on Your Church and humanity. 

Lord, as we remember Pope Francis, we ask You to bless his legacy of strength, wisdom, and courage. May his teachings and example continue to inspire us to care for our common home, seek justice for the oppressed, and build bridges of peace and understanding among all people. 

Help us to be instruments of Your love, working together to carry forward the mission that Pope Francis envisioned – a world where dignity, respect, and compassion prevail.  

May his soul, and the soul of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace. 

Amen 

St Joseph the Worker Mass 

Today we celebrated the Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker, reflecting his status as a carpenter and patron of workers. Saint Joseph was the foster father of Jesus and is held up by the Church as a model of the holiness of human labour. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus is referred to as “the carpenter’s son”. The feast day was established to both honour Saint Joseph and to make people aware of the dignity of human work, which has long been celebrated as a participation in the creative work of God. 

The whole school came together to pray, sing and celebrate the patron saint of our school. Thank you to all the students for their participation and reverence during Mass. 

Mercy Award 

Our next award for the first 3 weeks is for the quality of showing ‘Justice’. 

Some ways we can show JUSTICE here at St Joseph's are: 

• following the rules 
• being kind by including others 
• being openminded and listening to other opinions 
• standing up for what is right and what is kind 

Project Compassion 

Thank you all so very much for your generous contributions to Project Compassion during Lent.  

We have raised the incredible amount of $763.25! 

Weekday Mass (Fridays) 

No classes will be attending Friday Mass on May 9th. 

Grade 1 will be attending Mass on May 16th. 

Sacramental Program 

Exciting times have commenced with the beginning of the Sacramental program this week. The students have commenced their after-school groups, and attended their first Wednesday Mass with Father Jun Jun. This weekend is the first weekend Mass the candidates are encouraged to attend. 

The following is information regarding the weeks coming: 

Weekday Masses for Grade 4: 

There will be no Mass on 7/5 as Fr Jun Jun is away. Year 4 were also down to attend Friday Mass (9/5) as a class, but due to Cross Country, they will not be attending. 

After School Groups:  

Below is a reminder of the after-school dates, times and locations. If you are unable to make your group, please email georgiakerr@sjcobram.catholic.edu.au and we can arrange a catch up if applicable.  

Monday 3:30pm at school with Trish Seccull or Carmel Natale.  

Wednesday 3:30pm at the church with Veronica Perra.  

Wednesday 5pm at the church with Veronica Perra. 

Thursday 3:30pm at school with Vita Janssens. 

Weekend Masses: 

Along with our weekday masses and after-school groups, students are also asked to attend Weekend Mass in preparation for our ceremony dates, commencing this week. At these weekend masses students receive the following special items: stole, creed and crucifix, while also learning the routines of mass.  

Please find below the timetable: