Religious Education

Mr Ray Hickey

Sacrament of Confirmation

Today, our Year Six students and the parish catechist group came together for the Sacrament of Confirmation Reflection Day. They celebrated Mass with Fr Darien, Deacon Malcolm and parishioners, met with Fr Andrzej Madry, reflected on the Renewal of Baptismal Promises, and deepened their understanding of the Sacrament of Confirmation and the order of the Confirmation Mass.

The students appreciated the opportunity to meet with Fr Andrzej, Episcopal Vicar for the Southern Region of the Melbourne Archdiocese, who will celebrate their Confirmation Mass on Tuesday 27 October. They listened attentively and asked thoughtful questions as they explored what it means to affirm their belief in God and their commitment to the Catholic faith.

Please keep all our Confirmation candidates in your prayers as they continue preparing for this important sacrament and milestone in their faith journey.

Praying for others

We ask our St Michael’s families to keep Pope Leo in their prayers as he recovers from his recent lung operation. We also remember all those living with illness or medical conditions, their families and the dedicated people who care for them. May God bring them comfort, strength and hope, and surround them with love and compassion during challenging times.

A BIG THANK YOU FROM VINNIES

Last week, Louis from our local St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies) contacted the school to thank our families for their generous donations during winter. He shared that the recipients of the food and other non-perishable items were extremely grateful and deeply touched by the kindness shown by members of our community. These donations were a wonderful reminder that people care for one another and are willing to support those in need.

We will organise another collection in the lead-up to Christmas to continue supporting local families. Further details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Pope Leo XIV Monthly Prayer Intentions

October

For mental health ministry ...

Let us pray that the mental health ministry be established throughout the Church, helping to overcome the stigma and discrimination of persons with mental illnesses.

Amen