Education in Faith

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B

Gospel Reflection – Mark 13:24-32

In this week’s reading, Jesus tells His friends about some big signs that will happen when He comes again. He describes how the sun and moon will stop shining, and stars will fall from the sky. This might sound a little scary, but Jesus shared these signs to help us remember something very important: He will always be with us, and one day, He will come back to make everything new and beautiful.

Jesus reminds us that no one knows exactly when this will happen, only God the Father knows. But we don’t need to be afraid. Jesus tells us these things so that we can live with hope and be ready by loving God and loving others every day.

Imagine a tree in winter without any leaves. Then in spring, the leaves and flowers start to grow, showing us that life is coming back! In the same way, Jesus wants us to look for signs of His love all around us, like kindness, peace, and joy and to be ready to welcome Him with open hearts.

Discussion Starters: 

• What are some “signs of love” that we can see in our lives and in the world?
• How can we help others feel safe and loved while we wait for Jesus to return?
• What are some ways we can share Jesus’ light with others this week?

Sacramental Events and Dates

Dear Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,

Please take note of the 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 in your calendar:

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.

Sacramental Program - 2025

You will need to ACCEPT or DECLINE this invitation by Friday 6th December.  Dates for Sacraments are:

• Grade 2 will receive First Reconciliation in Term 4 on Thursday, 20th November 2025.
• Grade 3 will receive First Eucharist in Term 2 on Saturday, 21st June 2025.
• Grade 6 will receive Confirmation – Term 3 on Saturday, 6th September 2025.

Reconciliation: baptised Catholics in Year 2.

Eucharist: baptised Catholics in Year 3 or who have celebrated their Reconciliation.

Confirmation: Year 6 Catholics who have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Eucharist.

If you have any further questions regarding your child receiving these Sacraments, please do not hesitate to contact me at the school.

Advent Retreat for Children and Teens (ages 5 - 15)

You are all invited to participate in an – engaging, enriching, fun filled and wonderful 2 Day Retreat. 

This is an opportunity for children and teenagers to come together and participate in fun activities, games, object lessons, meaningful discussions, with moments of prayer and reflection to prepare for Christmas in a meaningful way. 

Date: Saturday, Nov 30 and Sunday, Dec 1, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Venue: St Agatha's Church, Cranbourne, VIC

Please read the details on the attached flyer and use the link www.divinekids.com.au  

to enrol children for this retreat.

Blessings!

Lavina Paul - Coordinator

Divine Kids

God Bless  

Rozeta Ambrose

Religious Education Leader

rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

God Bless  

Rozeta Ambrose

Religious Education Leader

rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

GRADE 5/6 SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM – MINI VINNIES

WEEK 7 ASSEMBLY – MINI VINNIES PRESENTATION

I would like to invite the Mini Vinnies parents to our Week 7 Assembly on Friday November 22nd where our Hampton Park Conference President, Sumith and a member Margaret will be attending our assembly to tell the SFS Community a bit about what they do. They will then launch our Christmas Appeal. They will also be presenting the SFS Mini Vinnies with their certificates for being a member this year. 

We would also like to thank Sumith and the Conference members as they have supported some of our families through challenging times during the year. Mini Vinnies are closely linked with our Hampton Park Conference and the students know Sumith and Marg well.

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD POINTS

Points this week include points given to students by staff including assisting at the Twilight Market.

The results so far are:

Well done  Patrick who are in the lead but the other Houses are close! Remember we still have all of this term, including our Christmas Appeal, so one of the other houses may take the lead. 

SFS CHRISTMAS APPEAL 

Mini Vinnies are eagerly getting ready for our next major event of the year, the SFS Christmas Appeal. This year each Home Group will be given a family that they are putting together a hamper for. Our Giving Trees will go up in each Learning Space. Mini Vinnies have been busily cutting out Christmas tags for the Giving Tree and labelling Christmas bags for each Home Group.

Giuliana & SFS Mini Vinnies

gfaiola@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

Giuliana & SFS Mini Vinnies

gfaiola@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au