Mission & Religious Education News
New Staff Induction
As part of the work teach lead policy an induction is required for new staff each year in regards to the Catholic life of the diocese. This applies to all school staff, not only teaching staff. Given the amount of new staff in 2024 and the difficulties in terms of covering said staff there are three different dates for this induction.
VENUE: Catholic Schools Office, Armidale
TIME: 9am - 3pm
March 8
August 2
November 15
Register here
Cornerstones
The first Cornerstones session for 2024 is coming up on 7 March OR 14 March. Please register here. This is for both those continuing the course from last year AND new participants.
REC Handbook
The REC Handbook has been shared for consultation with RECs. It is full of lots of useful information and is an excellent read.
Caritas and Missions
As part of the Collection for Charitable Works Policy, schools in the Armidale Diocese are to support Caritas and Catholic Missions as yearly Charities. Please send any photos of any fundraising efforts to kfrazie1@arm.catholic.edu.au
Palms Australia
Please see 2024 Palms mission information and flyers HERE
FAQs: Why Lent?
In the early Church, Lent originated as a time of repentance for those preparing for baptism. Having experienced the call to conversion, those seeking initiation into the Christian community resolved to turn away from sin and embrace a gospel life. They were then baptised at the Easter Vigil. Today, the period of Lent is a time of repentance and renewal for the whole church. It is a time when we prayerfully take stock of our lives, turn away from habits that contradict the gospel and renew our commitment to Christ and each other.
Upcoming Feast Days
February:
Wed 21 Commemoration of Saint Peter Damian
Thu 22 SAINT PETER'S CHAIR Feast
Fri 23 Commemoration of Saint Polycarp
Tue 27 Commemoration of Saint Gregory of Narek