Education in Faith
5th Sunday of Lent - Year B
Sacramental News
We are thrilled to share a momentous occasion in the faith journey of our Grade 3 students! On Tuesday, 12th March, 23 children received the Sacrament of First Reconciliation at St. Kevin’s Church. It was a Joyful Milestone to witness the children and their families celebrate this beautiful Sacrament of First Reconciliation.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a special opportunity for children to experience God's forgiveness and love. Through this sacred act, they learn to recognise their shortcomings, seek forgiveness, and receive God's mercy.
The excitement and reverence of the children were truly heart-warming. We saw the wonderful support from their families who shared in this special day.
A Sincere Thank You to Senior, Junior and Specialist teachers for their dedication in preparing and being present for this important step in our children’s faith. Their guidance and support played a key role in helping the children understand the significance of Reconciliation.
We would also like to express our gratitude to Fr. Fabian and four priests who assisted him celebrate this special ceremony with our students.
Congratulations once again to our Grade 3 students on receiving the Sacrament of First Reconciliation! May this experience continue to nurture their faith and guide them on their lifelong journey with God.
Sacramental Events and Dates
Dear Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,
As we embark on a new academic year, we would like to share with you important dates for our Sacramental celebrations that will take place throughout the school year. Sacraments play a significant role in the spiritual journey of our students and we need to ensure that you are well-informed and can actively participate in these meaningful events. Kindly mark the following dates on your calendar:
Event | Date/Time/Venue | Participant Group | |
Term 2 | |||
Sacrament of Eucharist Retreat Day | Thursday 30th May St. Francis de Sales | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 3 and 4
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| Sacrament of Eucharist | Saturday 1st June St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s - Year 4 - 11am St. Kevin’s - Year 3 - 1pm | St. Francis de Sales - 3pm-Year 3&4 |
Term 3 | |||
| Sacrament of Confirmation Retreat Day | Tuesday 3rd September St. Francis de Sales (9 am- 3pm) | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 6
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| Sacrament of Confirmation | Saturday 7th September St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s - 12pm Year 6 | St. Francis de Sales - 2pm-Year 6
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Term 4
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| Reconciliation Commitment and Enrolment Mass | Tuesday 8th October 6.30pm - Registration 7.00pm - Mass St. Kevin’s Church
| St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
| Reconciliation Information Night | Tuesday 15th October 7 pm - 8 pm St. Kevin’s School Hall
| St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
| Sacrament of Reconciliation | Tuesday 19th November 7pm St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Sacramental Program, celebrations or preparation process, please feel free to contact the School's Religious Education leader.
Thank you for your continued partnership in the spiritual formation of our students. We look forward to celebrating these sacred moments with you and your families as a parish community.
May God's blessings be with you and your loved ones.
Sacrament Levy
There is a $25 Sacrament Levy to cover the cost of stoles.
- This levy needs to be paid in full to the school in an envelope clearly indicating your child’s name, Home Group and name of Sacrament being received.
God Bless
Rozeta Ambrose
Religious Education Leader
rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au
Holy Week at St Francis de Sales
The students from Foundation to Year 6 will participate in a Holy Week Prayer service.
Parents are invited to join us in the hall on Wednesday 27 March at 9:10am - 10:10am
Holy Week and Easter at St Kevin's Parish Church
Sacramental News
Dear Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,
As we embark on a new academic year, we would like to share with you important dates for our Sacramental celebrations that will take place throughout the school year. Sacraments play a significant role in the spiritual journey of our students and we need to ensure that you are well-informed and can actively participate in these meaningful events. Please be advised that attendance is compulsory for the commitment masses and formation nights that take place before the celebration of each Sacrament. Kindly mark the following dates on your calendar:
Event | Date/Time/Venue | Participant Group | |
Term 1
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| Sacrament of Reconciliation | Tuesday 12th March 7pm St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 3
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Term 2
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Sacrament of Eucharist Retreat Day | Thursday 30th May St. Francis de Sales | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 3 and 4 | |
| Sacrament of Eucharist | Saturday 1st June St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s - Year 4 - 11am St. Kevin’s - Year 3 - 1pm
| St. Francis de Sales - 3pm-Year 3&4 |
Term 3
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| Sacrament of Confirmation Retreat Day | Tuesday 3rd September St. Francis de Sales (9 am- 3pm)
| St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 6 | |
| Sacrament of Confirmation | Saturday 7th September St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s - 12pm Year 6 | St. Francis de Sales - 2pm-Year 6
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Term 4
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| Reconciliation Commitment and Enrolment Mass | Tuesday 8th October 6.30pm - Registration 7.00pm - Mass St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
| Reconciliation Information Night | Tuesday 15th October 7 pm - 8 pm St. Kevin’s School Hall | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
| Sacrament of Reconciliation | Tuesday 19th November 7pm St. Kevin’s Church | St. Kevin’s and St. Francis de Sales Year 2 | |
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Sacramental Program, celebrations or preparation process, please feel free to contact the School's Religious Education leader.
Thank you for your continued partnership in the spiritual formation of our students. We look forward to celebrating these sacred moments with you and your families as a parish community.
May God's blessings be with you and your loved ones.
Sacrament Levy
There is a $25 Sacrament Levy to cover the cost of stoles.
- This levy needs to be paid in full to the school in an envelope clearly indicating your child’s name, Home Group and name of Sacrament being received.
God Bless
Rozeta Ambrose
Religious Education Leader
rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au
GRADE 5/6 SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM – MINI VINNIES
Fourth Week of Lent
(Week beginning Monday 11 March)
Memory is 26 years old and lives in rural Malawi. As the eldest child in a low-income farming family, Memory had to take on many household chores and farming activities to support her parents. They struggled to pay for Memory’s school fees and school supplies, and Memory often had to walk to school barefooted.
With the support of Caritas Australia and its partner the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM), Memory was able to enrol at a technical college where she learnt technical skills in carpentry. She undertook a three-year carpentry course, with CADECOM supporting part of her tuition and boarding fees.
Memory became the first female carpenter from her village. Today, she works as a carpenter at one of Malawi’s largest hydroelectric power stations. With the income from her job, she can provide financial support to her family and inspire other young women in her community so that they may have the opportunity to succeed in a male-dominated industry.
Watch Memory’s Story
Please donate to Project Compassion.
Together, we can help vulnerable communities face their challenges today and build a better tomorrow, for all future generations.
Photo: Tim Lam/Caritas Australia
We are asking families who took Project Compassion Boxes home to please start returning them to the office. Please ensure your child’s House is written on the box so we know which House the money needs to be added to. We ask that all Project Compassion boxes are returned by Monday March 25th.
House Donations so far:
1st | Mackillop | $ 124.25 |
2nd | Patrick | $ 101.55 |
3rd | Bosco | $ 100 |
4th | Teresa | $ 73.20 |
COMMUNITY SPIRIT HOUSE POINTS
Staff have been busily giving out points when they see students demonstrating community spirit, which includes our PBL Values especially our focus of Responsibility in the playground: Be safe. This tally also includes the House donations from Project Compassion and points for the Grade 6s who assisted with the Junior Twilight Sports. The points for each House are:
1st | TERESA | 1,568 pts |
2nd | PATRICK | 1,473 pts |
3rd | MACKILLOP | 1,425 pts |
4th | BOSCO | 1,361 pts |
Well done to Teresa who is still leading!!
MINI VINNIES COMISSIONING CEREMONY
On the last day of school, Thursday March 28th, during assembly, Mini Vinnies will make their commitment to be part of the Mini Vinnies group for 2024. They will make their pledge and receive their badge. Parents are most welcome to attend.
Giuliana