Catholic Identity

Mercy Prayer

We pray for the Sisters of Mercy, who established our school and for the priests who have served at St. Mary’s.  

It is through their vision, determination and strong faith that we enjoy the benefits of a Catholic Education here in Mooroopna.

We are proud to be a Mercy School, where the values of love and justice are taught and lived every day.

St Vinnies Winter Appeal 2026

Thank you to everyone who has generously donated so far. Donations will continue to be accepted until the end of term. The items most needed are blankets, warm coats, jumpers, and pyjamas. Donations may be sent to school with your child or left at the Office.

We appreciate your contributions to this annual appeal!

Mass of Compassion 

On Friday 12th June we celebrated the Feast of the Sacred Heart with a whole-school Mass of Compassion. Our students did a wonderful job participating in all parts of the Mass, and their singing was beautiful.

During the Mass, our Social Justice Leaders proudly presented the donations collected for the Vinnies Winter Appeal. It is inspiring to see our students living out the Gospel values in such a practical and meaningful way, showing compassion and care for those in need.

Sacraments of First Eucharist and Confirmation, 2026

Enrolment forms for our Sacramental Program of Reconciliation are available at the school office or please contact Ann-Margaret Carroll acarroll@smmooroopna.catholic.edu.au 

To participate in the Sacramental Program, children need to be in at least Grade Three or above and be a baptised Catholic.

The Sacraments of Eucharist and Confirmation will be celebrated together this year in early Term 4. These important sacraments are offered to students in Grades 4–6. Parents may decide when they would like their child to receive these sacraments for the first time.

All year levels learn about the Sacraments as part of Religious Education lessons. Students in Grades 3–6 will also participate in special reflection days that focus on preparing for the upcoming Sacramental celebration.

Parent Information Nights will be held to provide parents and guardians with an opportunity to learn more about these important sacraments and to receive information about the celebration dates.

Grade 4 - 6: Sacrament of First Eucharist and Confirmation: 

• Tuesday 11th August - Parent Information Night for Sacrament of First Eucharist and Confirmation parents at 7pm in Marian Centre.
• Sunday 16th August – Candidates presented at Sunday Mass
• Friday 9th October - Sacramental Reflection Day for all Grade 4-6 students 
• Sunday 11th October - Celebration of First Eucharist and Confirmation at Parish mass.

Tradition - Along the Track article

The latest edition of Along the Track entitled “Tradition” is attached to today’s newsletter. The kitchen in the in old house I grew up in was a multi-functional space. We started the day around the table in that room, and we ended the day there too. It was a gathering space around a huge open fire, a place where meals were prepared and eaten, it was where the news of the day was shared, not easy in a big family when everyone is talking over each other.

Mass Dates 2026

TERM 3

17th July - Grade P/1/2 Mass in the Church at 10am

7th August - Grade 5/6 Mass in the Church at 10am

21st August - Grade 3/4 Mass in the Church at 10am

11th September - Whole School Mass for Mary in the Marian Centre 10am

TERM 4

9th October - Grade P/1/2 Unit Mass in the Church at 10am

30th October - Grade 5/6 Mass in the Church at 10am

13th November - Grade 3/4 Mass in the Church at 10am

4th December - End of Year Whole School Mass in the Marian Centre 

Assembly Prayer Dates

TERM 2

22nd June - 3/4CH & JC

TERM 3

20th July - 5JM

27th July - Grade 2 FD &AB

3rd August - 3/4CH & JC

10th August - 6TB

17th August - 5TM

24th August - Prep GG & KC

7th September - Grade 1 AC & KM

14th September - 6MB

Kind regards,

Ann-Margaret Carroll