RE NEWS

STOCK THE PANTRY DONATION DRIVE

We are now at the HALF-WAY point for our Food Donation Drive for St. Vincent De Paul. We are so very appreciative and thankful for the many many food items our community has already collected and hope to see this pantry GROW even more!!

There are still 2 weeks left to donate and fill our Pantry. Please continue to collect any of the food items listed on the poster during your travels or shopping trips over the next couple of weeks. All food items will be presented to St. Vincent De Paul at the end of the Term.

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation is underway for students in Year 6 who will be receiving the Holy Spirit within their loves at a celebration with the Bishop at Mass.

Attached is a notice that contains:

•  Information regarding the Sacrament
• Commonly Asked Questions
• Special dates
• Times of Masses in the Parish and
• A link to the enrolment form

Please note that only students who have received the Sacrament of Reconciliation or Holy Eucharist in 2021 or 2022 and have been enrolled into the Sacrament preparation via the link will be able to participate in this Sacrament in August.

2024 SACRAMENTAL DATES 

Sacrament of Confirmation - Year 6 

• Student Retreat Day: Wednesday 7th August 8.50am - 3pm
• Sign up & Presentation Weekend: 10th or 11th of August 2024 - Attend any of the Parish Masses 
• Family Faith Night: Thursday 15th August 7pm
• Confirmation Celebration: Sunday 18th of August 2024 at 1:30 pm

This weekend's Gospel reading gives us a beautiful parable about a tiny seed that can become an amazing and extravagant Mustard Tree. This parable brings to our attention that even the smallest things in God's creation can become the greatest of sights for everyone to see. This coming week, reflect and think; How can I help the 'mustard seed' in my life grow and become as grand and as beautiful as the Mustard Tree?

May God bless you and keep you,

Mr Angelo Iacopino

aiacopino@olps.vic.edu.au