Education in Faith News 

Saint Patrick was born in England, but when he was a teenager, he was captured by Irish pirates who took him to Ireland as a slave. After six years, Saint Patrick escaped and returned to England and his family.

When Saint Patrick became a priest, he traveled back to Ireland as a missionary so that he could teach the people about God. He used examples to explain the mysteries of the faith in simple ways. One day, Saint Patrick compared the Trinity to a shamrock. He said that the shamrock has three leaves, but it is only one plant. In the same way, God is three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—but one God.

God used Saint Patrick’s kidnapping to convert the Irish people. In our lives, God uses the bad times to bring about a good we do not always see. We must be patient and trust Him.

🕯️✨ Embrace the Spirit of Lent at Sacred Heart! ✨🕯️

As we enter the season of Lent, we are reminded of the importance of reflection, sacrifice, and renewal. Lent offers us a special opportunity to deepen our relationship with God, grow in compassion and empathy, and make positive changes in our lives.

During this sacred time, let us remember the significance of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. Fasting encourages us to detach from material comforts and focus on our spiritual nourishment. Prayer connects us with the divine and guides us through our journey of self-discovery and transformation. Almsgiving calls us to extend our hands in generosity and solidarity with those in need, embodying the love and compassion of Christ.

At Sacred Heart we encourage our students, staff, and families to embrace the spirit of Lent by:

1. Reflecting on our actions, attitudes, and relationships, seeking forgiveness, and offering forgiveness to others.
2. Engaging in acts of kindness, service, and charity within our school community and beyond.
3. Participating in special liturgies, prayer services, and opportunities for spiritual growth and reflection.
4. Committing to personal disciplines that foster spiritual growth and strengthen our connection with God.

Let us approach this season with open hearts and minds, ready to embrace the transformative power of Lent. Together, let us journey towards Easter with faith, hope, and love.

Journeying Together 

Sacrament preparation for families booklet 

https://sacraments.melbournecatholic.org/ 

Journeying Together covers the sacraments most commonly celebrated with primary-school-aged children - Reconciliation (Penance), Eucharist, and Confirmation. This resource will complement your child’s sacrament preparation at their Catholic primary school or in a parish catechetical setting.

Each sacrament module includes four sessions. Each session includes an invitation to explore and integrate the family’s lived experience with concepts from Scripture, the Church and the sacraments, along with opportunities to pray together.

We hope that by opening this opportunity, many will encounter Jesus and engage with their faith in a fresh and meaningful way.

Year 3 Parents we will have a Sacramental session with Fr Martin on Monday March 18th in the McKillop Hall at 3pm. 

We are pleased to announce that the Sacrament of Reconciliation for our Year 3 students will take place on the 22nd of March. This important milestone in their faith journey will be a special moment of reflection and renewal as they receive the grace of God's forgiveness.

Please note that there will be no weekend class masses scheduled for this term. However, we assure you that our religious education program will continue to nurture the spiritual growth of our students. Weekend class masses will resume in Term 2, providing further opportunities for our students to participate in the celebration of the Eucharist and deepen their understanding of the Catholic faith.

We encourage parents and guardians to engage with their children in prayerful preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Your support and involvement are invaluable in helping our students embrace the sacramental life of the Church.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Listed below are dates for your 2024 diary as well as some interesting information on all things Religious Education at Sacred Heart. 

Dara Blake 

Religious Education Leader