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Religious Education News
Term 4 at St Patrick’s has been filled with opportunities for students, parents, younger siblings & our extended community to come together in the spirit of our motto “To Love is to Serve.”
On Tuesday evening, we gathered as a school community to celebrate the end of the school year with a Mass of Thanksgiving, followed by the Year 6 Graduation Ceremony.
It was an occasion filled with joy and moments of reflection, as we were led through our Mass beautifully by our school choir. The Year 6 Graduation took us back to 2019, as we reminisced with the Class of 2026. Giving thanks for the students and their families, we were once again reminded how blessed we are to belong to such a deeply connected community.
Other recent opportunities that we have had to spread our values of hospitality and generosity included adding many breakfast treats to the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal, brightening the days of many seniors, and coming together for our Advent Family Activity. Read on for more....
Thank you to the parents and grandparents who were able to join us for our annual Advent Family Activity afternoon on Friday, the 28th of November at 2:10 pm.
There was a beautiful community atmosphere in each room, as families worked together and assisted others in creating unique Advent wreaths to take home.
Our Mission Group and Choir students delighted the residents at Nazareth House.
As the school year draws to a close, we continue on the Advent path towards Christmas. I wish every family a safe and happy holiday.
God bless,
Kathy Finn
Religious Education Leader
St Patrick's Primary School
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