Religious Education

Parish Bulletin

Catholic Education Week

We join with Catholic schools across the Diocese of Sale in celebrating Catholic Education Week on Monday 20th - Sunday 26th May 2024. This year, we focus on the words taken from the Book of Revelation;

“See, I am making all things new.” (Rev 21:5)

´“See, I am making all things new”(Rev 21:5), points to a new way of looking at the world; a new way of responding in order to bring about a better world. All things are made new because people can make life choices, they can choose love, compassion, peace, goodness, and justice.

´Through dialogue with the Christian story, Catholic schools invite young people to consider Jesus’ message, his life, death and resurrection. There is a sense of hope, integral to the Catholic faith, as well as a sense of joy that openness or dialogue brings. Dialogue, that bridge word, that word which builds bridges and enables us to work together collectively to making all things new.

´Our responsibility is to work towards the common good. There is a need for all people, irrespective of race, creed, and culture, to reach out in a dialogue of love. 

All are invited to respond, what will you choose?

Mini Vinnies

Our Mini Vinnies - Social Justice Leadership Team have been working hard to promote the St Vincent de Paul Society's 170th Birthday celebrations. They have been instrumental in working on the St Vincent de Paul's Message of Hope Project, designing banners and written and audio messages.

Here is a sample of their work:

The team's message:

Our vision for the world is one of HOPE. Hope and peace so that there are no longer wars, poverty or homelessness. We will strive to make our world a better place.

We do our best so that we can come together regardless of who we are; race, colour, culture or gender. We will do this with confidence and courage through a committed and collective responsibility. 

We will demonstrate respect, empathy and compassion to all those who need our help and be committed to fulfilling the St Vincent de Paul Society’s motto: ‘A hand up not a hand out’.

We continuously work to create an awareness of the great work the St Vincent de Paul Society does locally, nationally and internationally. Our fundraising efforts brings this to life.

It is with our hands and through our voice that we can make hope a reality. 

Happy 170th Birthday to the St Vincent de Paul Society!

St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal

It is that time of year when our own Mini Vinnies are working hard to promote the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal at St Therese's. Historically, we collect non-perishable food items and any winter clothing and items such as blankets, to present at our Whole School Mass for the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which are then donated to the society.

Our families have always been generous when it comes to giving a helping hand to those in need, so if you can donate any of these items, it would be greatly appreciated. Baskets will be distributed in all classrooms for the collection of these items so please send them along with your child to be collected at class level.

All our students learn about the importance of Catholic Social Teaching throughout their time at St Therese's and our efforts to promote giving so that others can benefit, lies at the core of this teaching - Preferential Option for the poor.

“The spirit of the Lord is on me, for he has anointed me to bring the good news to the afflicted. He has sent me… to let the oppressed go free.”

Luke 4:18

Thanking you in advance for your generosity.

RCIA

St Agatha's Parish is offering an R.C.I.A Inquiry Night for those interested in becoming a Catholic. Please refer to the 'Come and See'  flyer below for details.

Altar Server Training Session

A training session for any boys or girls who are interested in becoming new altar servers will be held on Thursday 20th June from 5.00pm to 6.00pm in the St Agatha's Church.  

Sacramental Timetable 2024

The 2024 Sacramental Timetable is now available. Please take the time to view the attached timetable for First Eucharist and Confirmation scheduling.

Please note, there has been a change since last year, to the Confirmation Ceremony date, due to the Bishop's availability.

A hard copy of the Sacramental Timetable has also been sent home to all Year 3-6 students for your reference.

All workshops will be conducted in St Agatha's Church.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

God bless and stay courageous.

Michelle Hinds