Catholic Identity

Mercy Prayer

We pray for the Sisters of Mercy, who established our school and for the priests who have served at St. Mary’s.  

It is through their vision, determination and strong faith that we enjoy the benefits of a Catholic Education here in Mooroopna.

We are proud to be a Mercy School, where the values of love and justice are taught and lived every day.

First Reconciliation 

On Friday, 15th May, nine of our students celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. Supported by all Year 3/4/5 students and their families, the candidates took an important step in their faith journey as they experienced God’s love, mercy, and forgiveness through this sacred sacrament. 

We thank Father Ruel for leading this special celebration and Maree for supporting our students during the Mass.

Pentecost Sunday 

On Sunday we celebrated Pentecost Sunday, one of the most important feast days in the Catholic Church calendar, marking the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and the birth of the Church. Thank you to Addi, PJ, Wondje, and Noah for presenting the Offertory gifts and for singing so beautifully during the Pentecost Sunday celebration.

Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation, 2026

Enrolment forms for our Sacramental Program of Reconciliation are available at the school office or please contact Ann-Margaret Carroll acarroll@smmooroopna.catholic.edu.au 

To participate in the Sacramental Program, children need to be in at least Grade Three or above and be a baptised Catholic.

The Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation will be celebrated together this year in early Term 4. These important sacraments are offered to students in Grades 4–6. Parents may decide when they would like their child to receive these sacraments for the first time.

All year levels learn about the Sacraments as part of Religious Education lessons. Students in Grades 3–6 will also participate in special reflection days that focus on preparing for the upcoming Sacramental celebration.

Parent Information Nights will be held to provide parents and guardians with an opportunity to learn more about these important sacraments and to receive information about the celebration dates.

Grade 4 - 6: Sacrament of First Eucharist and Confirmation: 

• Tuesday 11th August - Parent Information Night for Sacrament of First Eucharist and Confirmation parents at 7pm in Marian Centre.
• Sunday 16th August – Candidates presented at Sunday Mass
• Friday 9th October - Sacramental Reflection Day for all Grade 4-6 students 
• Sunday 11th October - Celebration of First Eucharist and Confirmation at Parish mass.

Entitlement - Along the Track article

The latest edition of Along the Track entitled “Entitlement” is attached to today’s newsletter.

Some years ago overseas, one of my dining companions complained that her chips were cold. The waiter told her quite forcefully that ‘you can’t always have hot chips.’I guess we can’t always have what we want. Last Christmas my little granddaughter was convinced that Santa would bring her a magic unicorn that would grant her (and our) every wish. It took some adept footwork to convince her than such a creature did not exist. You can’t always have hot chips.

Mass Dates 2026

TERM 2

12th June - Whole School Mass of Compassion in the Marian Centre 10am.

TERM 3

17th July - Grade P/1/2 Mass in the Church at 10am

7th August - Grade 5/6 Mass in the Church at 10am

21st August - Grade 3/4 Mass in the Church at 10am

11th September - Whole School Mass for Mary in the Marian Centre 10am

TERM 4

9th October - Grade P/1/2 Unit Mass in the Church at 10am

30th October - Grade 5/6 Mass in the Church at 10am

13th November - Grade 3/4 Mass in the Church at 10am

4th December - End of Year Whole School Mass in the Marian Centre 

Assembly Prayer Dates

TERM 2

25th May - F.I.R.E Carriers

1st June - 6TB

15th June - 5TM

22nd June  - 3/4CH & JC

TERM 3

20th July - 5JM

27th July - Grade 2 FD &AB

3rd August - 3/4CH & JC

10th August - 6TB

17th August - 5TM

24th August - Prep GG & KC

7th September - Grade 1 AC & KM

14th September - 6MB

Kind regards,

Ann-Margaret Carroll