Family Educator

A reminder from the great St Padre Pio, whose feast we celebrate on September 23, that when we  find ourselves concerned about our children and what we should do for them, we can always join our hands and pray with confidence that God hears our prayers. He is in control and has a plan which will unfold in His perfect time.

Parent Outreach

We will be holding another parent outreach day on Wednesday September 16, volunteering our time at St Merkorious Charity in Strathfield. 

We assist with meal preparation and other warehouse duties as needed. This is a great way to  put faith into action, serving those in need in a tangible way. 

We hope to provide an opportunity for outreach once per term. If you would like to be added to a whatsapp chat to stay informed about these opportunities, please email ana.seric@syd.catholic.edu.au. 

Playgroup 

Playgroup will resume in week 10, Monday September 21, and continue for the Mondays of term 4.

Rosary

All parents and children are welcome to join our Wednesday morning decade of the rosary, 8:30 in the Church.

Our adult rosary group continues on Mondays at 2:30 before pick up.

E Safety Commissioner Webinar for Parents

The Council of Catholic School Parents is holding a  FREE WEBINAR FOR PARENTS with the expert eSafety Commissioner team: 'Influencers, Ideology and Impacts - How algorithms influence and reinforce harmful beliefs'.

Lunch and learn! Grab your lunch and a cup of tea and join us during the day for this 45-minute session. 

Wednesday 16 September12.30pm - 1.15pm

REGISTER HERE: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8907281592113064534

This webinar explores both the benefits and risks of recommender algorithms and offers practical strategies to help parents and carers to support young people build more positive and safer online feeds:

• the role of algorithms and recommender systems in driving engagement and shaping online experiences
• how platforms and online communities keep young people engaged, expose them to harmful content and reinforce gendered stereotypes
• strategies to shape algorithmic feeds and build more positive and safe online experiences
• how eSafety can support people experiencing serious online harm.

Not suitable for those under 18.

Recording available for registered participants for 72 hours following the webinar

First Holy Communion

Please keep the students of our parish who are preparing to receive their first Holy Communion on Sunday 13 and 20 September in your prayers. May they always cherish the precious gift of Jesus in the Sacrament of the Eucharist.

Wishing you a blessed week ahead

Ana Seric

Family Educator