Religious Education

Fathers Day and CWF Fundraiser

Thank you to all the parents and families who joined us for our Father’s Day Liturgy. It was so special to celebrate together and honour all the dads and father figures in our community. Thank you  to our Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 students and teachers for the beautiful job they did preparing and leading the liturgy.

Thank you to everyone who supported our recent CWF fundraiser! Your generosity is greatly appreciated. A special thanks to our Year 6 helpers who did a fantastic job selling ice blocks and chips! We raised $190.77 to donate to the CWF.

Celebrating new saints - Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati

Carlo Acutis, a teenager who loved computers and used them to share his faith, has officially been made a saint! Carlo, often called “God’s Influencer,” showed that young people can do amazing things for God in today’s world. His life reminds us that being kind, using our gifts, and helping others can make a real difference.

Alongside Carlo Acutis, Pier Giorgio Frassati has also been declared a saint! Pier Giorgio was a young man from Italy who loved the outdoors, mountain climbing, and helping people in need. He showed that living with joy, courage, and generosity is a powerful way to follow Jesus and make the world a better place.

Sacrament of Reconciliation 

Registration for the Sacrament of Reconciliation is now open. Children in Year 3 and above who have been baptised into the Catholic Church are welcome to register and start preparing for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please complete the form that is linked by Monday 20th of October.

Please take note of the following dates:

• Commitment Mass - Saturday 25th October (STMM and OLSH Church), Sunday 26th October (OLSH Church)
• Parent Information Evening - Thursday 5th November (OLSH School Hall) 5.00pm 
• 2 Formation Sessions - Wednesday 5th November 5:30pm (immediately following the information session), Wednesday 19th November 5:30pm (OLSH School Hall)
• Retreat Day - Thursday 20th November
• Sacrament - Wednesday 26th November OR Thursday 27th November 5:30pm (OLSH Church)

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

A prayer for Fathers Day 

Loving God, 

We thank You for the gift of fathers and father figures in our lives. They care for us, guide us, and help us grow strong and kind. Bless all dads, grandfathers, uncles, and carers with patience, wisdom, and joy.

Be with those who find this day difficult, and surround them with Your love. May we always show our gratitude through words, smiles, and acts of kindness.

We ask this with grateful hearts. 

Amen.