Principal Message

Be Kind, Be safe, Be respectful, Be responsible, Be resilient, Be ready

Dear Parents and Carers,

Expressing thanks is one of the simplest yet most powerful things we can do. Gratitude shifts our focus from what we lack to what we have, fostering contentment and deeper connections with others. It strengthens relationships, inspires generosity, and even enhances our own well-being—studies show that gratitude can boost happiness and reduce stress.

When we take the time to appreciate others, we acknowledge their kindness, effort, or presence in our lives, making them feel valued. Whether it’s thanking a friend, recognizing a leader, or simply appreciating the beauty around us, gratitude reminds us we are not alone and that the world is full of blessings.

While the Gospels don’t frequently record Jesus thanking individuals directly, they do show Him expressing gratitude to God in several key moments. Here are a few instances:

Feeding the 5,000 – Before multiplying the loaves and fish, Jesus gave thanks to God (John 6:11).
Raising Lazarus – Before calling Lazarus out of the tomb, Jesus thanked God for hearing His prayer (John 11:41-42).
The Last Supper – Jesus gave thanks before sharing the bread and wine with His disciples (Matthew 26:26-27).
Praising Childlike Faith – Jesus thanked God for revealing truth to those with childlike faith rather than the wise and learned (Luke 10:21).

These moments highlight Jesus’ deep gratitude toward God, even in challenging circumstances.

With this in mind, I would like to thank everyone for the big week we have had-

To Lisa Bennett and the aerobics team for working so hard on their routine and, as the judge said,’ they romped it into the state finals’.
To the Friends of Our Lady Star of the Sea (FoOLSS) for the magnificent job they did of the Mother’s Day stall. I am sure you will all be thrilled with the beautifully handmade gifts you will receive on Sunday.
Thank you to all the local businesses who supplied the gifts for the stall
Thank you to our wonderful staff who started work at 7.00 to ensure the mums had a delicious breakfast of bacon and egg rolls. We are so lucky to have such a generous, supportive staff who are always keen to assist in any way
Special thanks to Michelle, Wendy, Jill and Natalie for all the organising of the opening of “Our Gathering Space’
Thank you to our Yr 6 leaders who read so well at our opening ceremony and were great role models for our younger students.
To our whole student body who sang so well during our opening, we are so proud of you all.
To all the parents who were able to attend the opening ceremony to celebrate with us
Last but not least, we thank God for our new Pope Leo XIV

Keep Smiling

Cathy