Religious Education
Mrs Erin Wing| Religious Education Coordinator
Lent is a time of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.
Through Prayer we come closer to God. Fasting reminds us of those that are less fortunate than ourselves; people who often have no choice but to go without the basic human needs. Almsgiving is a sign of our commitment to justice and our thanks for all that God has given us.
Classes will once again receive their Project Compassion box and be encouraged to contribute to raising funds for those less fortunate than ourselves.
By supporting Caritas and placing money in a Project Compassion box you will be helping those who are less fortunate than us. These are also located in the Church foyer and each classroom throughout the school.
More about LENT Watch this little video: Lent in 3 minutes for a quick explanation of this Liturgical season . Click here to view!
Opening School Mass
On Friday 20th February at 9:15am we will celebrate our Opening School Mass. Years 1-6 will be attending Mass and Kindergarten will join us after communion for a blessing. At this Mass our School sports Captains and SRC members will receive their badges.
We invite all our families to join us at Mass.
Grade Masses
Each Friday, one grade from Years 3–6 will attend the 9.15am Parish Mass.
Upcoming grade masses:
Friday, 27th February - Year 4
Parish Sacramental Program 2026
If your child is receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Year 3 students), First Holy Communion ( Year 4 students) or Confirmation (Year 6 students), a Compass notification was sent out to these families. Please refer to this important information.
More information will be sent through from the Parish closer to the start of preparation for each of the above Sacraments.
Lent at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Caringbah
As we journey together through this holy season, may each of us find moments of quiet, prayer, and renewed love for Christ in the Eucharist.
Stations of the Cross - Fridays at 6:00pm
Each Friday evening we pray Clarence Enzler’s “Everyone’s Way of the Cross” - a moving, personal reflection on the Passion of Jesus.
Mass Times
Tuesday – 6:30 pm
Wednesday – 9:15 am
Thursday – 7:00 am
Friday – 9:15 am
Saturday – 9:15 am (followed by Adoration and Confession)
Saturday Vigil – 4:00 pm & 5:30 pm
Sunday – 8:00 am & 9:30 am
Lenten Reflection Groups
Two parish groups are gathering for prayer, Scripture reflection, and conversation. (Details available through the parish office.)
Preparing for Eucharist28
On the weekend of Saturday 28 February & Sunday 1 March, our parish will join with the whole Church in preparing for Eucharist28, when Pope Leo XIII comes to Sydney to preside.
Adoration Schedule (Eucharist28 Weekend)
Saturday 28 February – 3:00–4:00 pm (before Mass), and following the 4:00 pm Mass until 5:30 pm.
Sunday 1 March – 7:00 am until 8:00 am and following the 8:00 am Mass until 9:30 am.
During Adoration, the church will be a place of profound silence and reverence — a sacred stillness where hearts can rest before Christ.
A Quiet Church for Prayer
Before and after Mass, let’s keep silence in the church to allow everyone space for prayer and reflection.
Nourish Your Spirit This Lent
Take time for prayer and gratitude - the Rosary, quiet adoration, or a small act of kindness.
Blessings and Peace,
Have a wonderful fortnight as we start our Lenten Journey together.
Mrs Erin Wing | Religious Education Coordinator
