Religion & Wellbeing News

Dear Families,

Here is some information about Free e-Safety webinars that are coming up this term. More information and to register please use this link.

https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/webinars

RE & Wellbeing News

There has been a great deal in the news about the conflict in Israel and Palestine and some troubling images and news reports are being published online and on TV. I have attached a link to a how-to-guide to talk to your child if they have concerns.

Further information about the following key points are in the article link below.

Find out what they know and how they feel.
Keep it calm and age appropriate.
Spread compassion, not stigma.
Focus on the helpers.
Finish conversations with care.
Continue to check in.
Limit the flood of news & images.
Take care of yourself.

https://www.unicef.org/parenting/how-talk-your-children-about-conflict-and-war

Here is a prayer for these difficult times that I shared during a staff meeting this afternoon.

We raise Israel and Gaza to you, Lord, and pray for those suffering. We ask that you provide peace in this crisis, and protection and comfort for all those who have been impacted. God, we pray that you open doors that allow food, essentials and medical supplies to reach those in need. May first responders be able to rescue the injured, comfort the grieving and help rebuild many lives.

We lift our prayer to you. Lord, hear us.

Take Care,

Kate Harris

Wellbeing & RE Leader

kharris@shpreston.catholic.edu.au