OUR FAITH
PRAYER
Heavenly mother,
filled with God’s grace, pray for us today and all days, that we may strive to trusting, patient and faithful, as you were, so that we may one day join you and all saints in heaven.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen
We pray ...
for.....our priests, all candidates preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmationand and for all HSC students undertaking trials.
LITURGY NEWS
Reconciliation
Yesterday, some of our Year 5 students had the opportunity to attend Reconciliaiton and Year 2 also had a visit with Fr Saji. Next Wednesday more of our Year 5 students will have the opportunity to attend Reconciliaiton and Year 1 will have a visit from one of our Parish Priests.
Fr Saji
Bishop Peter Murphy has appointed Fr Saji to be the Administrator of St Joseph's West Tamworth taking effect 1st September. Fr Clarence Canafe has been appointed as Assistant Priest for St Nicholas Parish. He will begin his role in September.
THE ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
The Assumption (August 15) refers to the Blessed Virgin Mary being assumed — body and soul — into heaven at the end of her earthly life. “Assumption” is different than “ascension” because one is passive (i.e. one is assumed) and the other is active (i.e. one ascends). It is by the power of God, Mary was assumed. Like all beliefs about Mary, they illuminate our most treasured beliefs about her Son. The Assumption illustrates to us the truth about Christ’s promise of eternal life and the resurrection of the faithful.
MINI VINNIES
Today, at first break, many primary students gathered in the seminar room for our Thursday's Mini Vinnies meeting. We have claimed a corner of the seminar room to begin our great works. The students have come up with some great ideas on how we can reach out across our community and put Vinnies Values into action. Two priority areas the students have ideintified and will begin planning for are 'People who are elderly' and 'People who are homeless' in our community. Students are working through the 'See, Think, Do' model of thinking to prioritise key areas.
What is Mini Vinnies?
Mini Vinnies empowers primary school students to become advocates within their school and local community by putting Vinnies Values into action. We will be meeting regularly to learn about social justice issues, develop leadership skills and engage with the local community.
FAMILY MASS
Our next Family Mass for this term will be held Sunday 31st August (Year 1 and Year 5) at St Nicholas Church at 9.30a.m.
We are strongly encouraging the families of all Year 1 and Year 5 students. It would be lovely to see as many families as possible attending. After mass our St Nicholas Parish have organised a 'Parish Picnic' at the Miniature Trains which everyone is welcome to attend (11am-2.30pm).
These Masses are an opportunity for our School community to come together with our Parish Community to celebrate and to share a ‘cuppa' and morning tea afterwards.
SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION
The Sacrament of Confirmation will take place the weekend of 23rd/24th August. Candidates will be Confirmed by Bishop Peter Murphy.
Confirmation Retreat
On Friday 22nd August Year 6 students and staff will participate in the Confirmation Retreat Day at St Nicholas School. Throughout the day the students will be joined by Bishop Peter Murphy, Fr Chris, and McCarthy students. This Retreat is an opportunity for students to pray, reflect, share stories and experiences and take note of their faith journey with their peers and adults alike. Students are reminded that they are to wear their full winter uniform.
Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be conferred by Bishop Peter Murphy in our St Nicholas Parish. A reminder that the Confirmation candidates are required to attend Reconciliation. Reconciliation will take place Thursday 21st August beginning at 5.30pm at St Nicholas Church. If candidates cannot attend Reconciliation on Thursday they will need to make themselves available to attend Reconciliation on Saturday 23rd August between 4.00pm-5.00pm at St Nicholas Church.
Please keep our Confirmation Candidates in your prayers.
FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATIONS
Father’s Day Liturgy and Donuts with Dad
There will be a Father’s Day Liturgy at St Nicholas School on Friday 5th September commencing at 9.15am. We warmly welcome our Dads, Granddads, Pops, families and friends to join us for this celebration. More details to come regarding 'Dounuts with Dad' from 7.30am.
INFANTS LITURGY (KINDER-YEAR 2) - SAVE THE DATE
On Wednesday 24th September there will be an Infants Liturgy held at St Nicholas Church beginning at 9.30am. We invite all of our parents, carers, families and friends to attend.