Religious Education Update

FAMILY PARISH MASS

Thank you to all the families who joined us at our Family Parish Mass last Sunday. It was a beautiful way to start our Sunday together as a community and to come together to celebrate our faith and gather together for morning tea. 

A special thank you to all the families who bought a plate to share for morning tea and to all the students who sang the recessional song.

YEAR OF PRAYER

Following a year devoted to reflecting on documents and studying the outcomes of the Second Vatican Council in 2023, Pope Francis has called for 2024 to be designated as a Year of Prayer. The Holy Father officially launched this initiative on Sunday, January 21, 2024, during the fifth annual celebration of the 'Sunday of the Word of God.' In a letter dated February 11, 2022, addressed to the Pro-prefect, Archbishop Rino Fisichella, for the organization of the Jubilee, the Pope expressed his joy in dedicating the preceding year, 2024, to a profound 'symphony' of prayer.

When we pray we connect with God, grow as individuals, express gratitude, find strength in tough times, build community, remember important teachings, and reflect on life's meaning. It's a way of talking to God, being thankful, and supporting each other in their faith journey. During this year of prayer, take some time to engage in prayer with your family.

For futher information about the Year of Prayer use the following LINK

PROJECT COMPASSION

St Aidan’s are continuing to support the wonderful work of Caritas Australia through Project Compassion. Your generous support can help to change the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. So far we have raised over $1000 for Project Compassion. We are so thankful for all thoes who have donated money to this important cause. 

For more information on Project Compassion, please see here.

St Aidan’s will be running some fundraising events throughout Lent. Details for these events will be shared with families in the coming weeks:

Fish Finger Fun Day

All students are invited to order a fish finger lunch order in Week 6 to raise money for Project Compassion. If you have not already done so please send in your order and money. The Fish Finger Days are as follows:

Kindy, Year 1 and Year 2 - Tuesday 12th of March

Year 3 and Year 4 - Wednesday 13th of March

Year 5 and Year 6 - Thursday 14th of March

The Fish Fingers and Poppers will be given out at second break to those who have placed an order. 

PURPLE LOLLY JAR GUESSING COMPETITION

 Congratulations to the winner: Ray from Year 5!

THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION

Students in Year 3 as well as a few older students will have their First Reconciliation on Saturday 23rd March at 10:00 am. A reminder that all students involved in this sacrament are encouraged to attend Mass each weekend in preparation for this special occasion. 

If you are unsure whether or not your child will be making any of these sacraments, please do not hesitate to email myself or the Holy Family priests. 

The parish contact details are: holyfamilymaroubra@outlook.com and 9349 1198.

YEAR 3 STORY TELLING

Year Three have been exploring the Parable of the Talents. They discussed the different talents God has given them and about how important it is to use them for the good of others. 

It was wonderful to see the students exploring the message of this important parable with our storytelling kits. 

I hope everyone has a wonderful week!

Jenna Smithson,

Religious Education Coordinator and Year 1 Teacher