Religious Education

Year 4 Family Mass

Last Saturday, the Year 4 students gathered for a special Mass focused on the theme of the Good Samaritan. The Mass was a meaningful occasion where students reflected on the importance of kindness, compassion, and helping others, inspired by the parable of the Good Samaritan.

Father Ian led the celebration, delivering a heartfelt homily that resonated with both students and parishioners. The children actively participated through readings, prayers, and singing, creating a warm and reverent atmosphere.

Thanks to Miss Antonio & Mr Mills for preparing the students. 

Gospel Reflection - Sunday, September 1st

Gospel Reading

Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23

Jesus teaches that it is that which comes from our hearts that defiles us.

Family Connection

Children have learned the importance of following rules. Like the Pharisees in today’s Gospel, they often bring to our attention the infractions of others. Even parents sometimes get caught off guard by their children’s observations: “Why don’t you have to go to bed at 8:00?” or “But I saw you eat a cupcake before breakfast once.” Our rules for our children are not arbitrary. We establish and enforce family rules with the intention of helping our children grow to be healthy and mature adults. We foster this maturity when we also initiate conversations with our children about the purposes behind family rules and teach them the essential values that rules help us observe.

As you gather as a family, list some of your most important family rules. Together, try to write a single, positive statement that captures the essential value behind your family rules. In today’s Gospel, we hear Jesus criticize the Pharisees for making their rules about ritual purity equal to the commandments of God’s Law. Read today’s Gospel, Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23. When we remember the essential element behind our rules, we see that our rules help us be the good people that Jesus wants us to be. Conclude in prayer together that we may always honour God’s Law in our words and deeds. 

Pray together today’s psalm, Psalm 15.

Steele Anderson

Deputy Principal / RE Leader