Education in Faith

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B

In this week’s Gospel, Jesus and His disciples are traveling through Galilee. Jesus takes this opportunity to teach them about the nature of true greatness in the kingdom of God. He predicts His suffering, death, and resurrection, but the disciples are preoccupied with arguments about who among them is the greatest.

Jesus' response to their argument is profound. He tells them that to be first, one must be last and serve all. He then places a child in their midst and says that welcoming a child in His name is the same as welcoming Him and the One who sent Him. In this simple yet powerful gesture, Jesus turns worldly notions of power and status upside down.

By using a child as an example, Jesus emphasizes that greatness in the kingdom of God is not about position or power but about humility, service, and unconditional love. Children in Jesus’ time had no status or rights, so their inclusion symbolizes that the greatest in God’s kingdom are those who embrace humility and selfless service.

Discussion Questions:

• What do you think Jesus means when He says, “Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all”? How can we apply this teaching in our daily lives?
• Jesus places a child in the midst of the disciples and says that welcoming such a child is equivalent to welcoming Him. How does this image challenge our understanding of power and status?
• Reflect on a time when you experienced or witnessed true humility and selfless service. What impact did it have on you or the community?
• In what ways might our society’s values conflict with the values Jesus is teaching in this Gospel? How can we strive to align our actions with Jesus’ message of service and humility?
• How can we cultivate a spirit of humility in our own lives? What are some practical steps we can take to serve others selflessly in our everyday activities?

Sacramental Events and Dates

Dear Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,

Please take note of the important dates for our Sacramental celebrations that will take place throughout the school year. Sacraments play a significant role in the spiritual journey of our students and we need to ensure that you are well-informed and can actively participate in these meaningful events. Kindly mark the following dates in your calendar:

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Sacramental Program, celebrations or preparation process, please feel free to contact the School's Religious Education leader.

Thank you for your continued partnership in the spiritual formation of our students. We look forward to celebrating these sacred moments with you and your families as a parish community. 

May God's blessings be with you and your loved ones.

Sacrament Levy

Grade 2 Families: There is a $25 Sacrament Levy to cover the cost of stoles and Certificates for Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.

• This levy needs to be paid in full on the Information night.

God Bless  

Rozeta Ambrose

Religious Education Leader

rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au

GRADE 5/6 SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM – MINI VINNIES

MINI VINNIES 2ND CHANCE APPEAL

Please look through your toys, books, clothes at home. Is there something you no longer need but is still in good condition that you would like to donate? Please bring them to school and place in your House basket in your Learning Space. Not only will your items have a second life, but they will also be helping those less fortunate. And you will get House points that go towards the Community Spirit Award. 

To give families a bit more time to look through their house we will extend our 2nd Chance Appeal until the first week back next term.

The results so far:

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD POINTS

Points this week include points given to students by staff and donations to the 2nd Chance Appeal.

The results so far are:

Well done Patrick who have just taken the lead but the other Houses are close! Remember we still have all of next term so one of the other houses may take the lead. And don’t forget any donations to the 2nd Chance Appeal will also go towards House points.

Giuliana & SFS Mini Vinnies

gfaiola@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au