Faith Matters at 

St Francis Xavier School

Dear St Francis Xavier Families,

What a smooth and happy start to the 2026 school year! 

Welcome back everyone, and a special welcome to our new Prep families and also to the new families with children in other year levels.

 I returned to SFX last Friday and was delighted to be personally greeted by many of the children who were keen to say hello and tell me about their holidays. I also caught up with some of our families during the break when I was out shopping so thank you to those of you who stopped to chat.

Friday Morning Whole School Prayer

I was so pleased to see that we had quite a few parents who joined us for Whole School Prayer last Friday morning. I was even happier to see a couple of mums dancing along to the song at the end! This term we will try to facilitate Whole School Prayer every second Friday and will always confirm it's happening with a school text notification. I acknowledge that you may not be able to participate but please know that all families, Catholic and non-Catholic, are always welcome, even if it's just a one off time.

Our next Whole School Prayer will be on Friday, 13th February, 8:45 - 9:00am.

The Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation 2026

The dates for our 2026 Sacraments are:

Sacrament of Reconciliation - Wednesday 25th March 6:30pm (time tbc)

Sacrament of Communion -  Sunday 21st June 10:30am

Sacrament of Confirmation - Sunday 25th October 12pm

Information has already gone out regarding Reconciliation and Communion and Confirmation intentions will be sent to Year 6 families later this year.

To receive the sacraments students are required to be baptised. 

Reconciliation/Communion candidates must be in at least Year 4.

Confirmation candidates must be in at least Year 6 and have already received the sacraments of Reconciliation and Communion.

If you have any questions about the Sacramental Program please get in touch with me via email, phone or in person on a Friday.

Ash Wednesday Mass

The season of Lent commences on Wednesday, 18th February. (Information about our SFX Lenten practices in the next Newsletter).

The whole school will be attending Ash Wednesday mass at 10am in St Francis Xavier Church and families are welcome to attend.

Wishing you a year filled with peace, hope and love.

Marion O'Brien

Religious Education Leader