From The REC
Loving God,
We thank you for the gift of a new term.
As we return to school,
bless our community with renewed energy, curiosity, and kindness.
Open our hearts to new learning and our minds to the needs of others.
Guide our teachers and help us to shine your light through our actions each day.
We ask this in Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Family Mass
All families are warmly invited to join us for our first Parish Mass for Term 2 which will be held this Saturday, 23rd May 6pm at St Francis Xavier's Church. This special celebration is a wonderful opportunity for our school and parish community to come together in prayer, thanksgiving and fellowship. We look forward to celebrating with students, families and staff as we continue to grow in faith together.
Sacrament of First Eucharist
This term, Year 3 students who are baptised Catholics and have received the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be celebrating the Sacrament of First Eucharist. This Sacrament will be celebrated on Saturday, 13th June 6pm at St Francis Xavier's Church.
Sacrament of Confirmation
In Term 3, baptised Catholic students in Stage 3 who have received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist will prepare to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation. A parent information meeting will be held on Tuesday 2nd June at 5:30pm in the Stage 3 classroom at St Francis Xavier's Primary School. We encourage all families involved in the sacramental program to attend.
Dates to Remember..
- Family Mass Saturday 23rd May @6pm.
- Tuesday, 2nd June~ Sacrament of Confirmation Parent Meeting @ 5.30pm
- Saturday, 13th June ~ Sacrament of First Eucharist
Catholic School's Week - Week 6
We are looking forward to a wonderful Week 6 as we join schools across the Armidale Diocese to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. This year’s theme, “Hope-Filled Future”, encourages us to look ahead with hope and faith, recognising the gifts, talents and potential of every student in our community.
This theme strongly reflects the mission of St Francis Xavier's Primary School as we guide and inspire our students to become future leaders, compassionate citizens and lifelong learners. Throughout the week, we will celebrate the learning, faith and community spirit that make our school so special through a range of activities and events. It is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our shared commitment to nurturing students who step confidently into the future with faith, kindness and hope.
- Thursday, 28th May - Deanery Mass @ St Xavier's Church Moree
Friday, 29th May - Gary McSweeney Cup
Project Compassion ~ Funds Raised
Last term, our school focused on raising money for Project Compassion. Project Compassion helps provide vulnerable communities around the world with access to essentials such as clean water, food security, education, healthcare, and opportunities to build sustainable futures. Through the work of Caritas Australia, donations support people experiencing poverty, homelessness, natural disasters, and injustice, helping communities create long-term positive change.
From our St Patrick’s Day dress-up day, St Patrick’s Day cake stall, last day of Term 1 mufti day, as well as donations collected through the Project Compassion boxes, our school raised an amazing $1609.15!
Thank you to our families and school community for your generosity and support in helping make this year’s fundraising efforts such a success!
Altar Servers
If anyone is interested in being trained to be an Altar Server at school and weekend Mass, please contact the school.
Parish Mass Times
Please join our Parish to celebrate the Eucharist. Our Parish offers two Mass times every weekend.
Saturday - 6:00 pm
Sunday - 8:00 am
New St Francis Xavier's Parish Website
St Francis Xavier's Parish has a new website which is now live in its beta version. You can visit the site on https://www.narrabricatholicchurch.au/
The site will make it easier for you to stay connected with the parish news regarding mass times, sacramental information and more.