Religious Education

Year 5 Family Mass

The Year 5 Family Mass on Saturday night was a special and reflective event. We gathered to explore the question of "who is God?" through the parable of the lost sheep from the Gospel. Our Year 5 students, with their participation and readings, played a vital role in making the evening memorable.

Thanks to Father Stephen for hosting the Mass and providing spiritual guidance. His presence enriched our experience and reinforced the sense of community.

A special mention goes out to our Year 5 P&F representatives for their delightful cake stall, raising important funds for the Year 5 classrooms as we approach Christmas. 

Gospel Reflection - Sunday 5th November

Gospel Reading

Matthew 23:1-12

Jesus warns against following the example of the scribes and the Pharisees and teaches that those who would be great must be servants.

Family Connection

“Do as I say, not as I do.” How many of us have been tempted to say this to our children? In today’s Gospel we hear a resounding reply from Jesus, “Practice what you preach.” Those who know us best, our family and especially our children, can identify the inconsistencies between what we want to teach and the example that we give. The challenge for all of us, especially for those of us who are parents, is to model with consistency the faith and the Christian way of life we wish to teach our children.

As you gather as a family, talk about what it means to practice what you preach. Identify some examples of people you know who practice what they preach. What do you observe about these people? What do you admire about them?

In today’s Gospel, we hear Jesus talk about the importance of acting in ways that are consistent with our faith. Read together today’s Gospel, Matthew 23:1-12. Talk together about ways in which your family might better practice the faith that you profess. Choose one action to take that will show your faith in action. Pray together that your family’s faith will be shown consistently in your actions. 

Pray the Prayer for Vocations.

Steele Anderson

Deputy Principal / RE Leader