R.E. & Social Justice News
RE NEWS
By Fulvia Gerosolimo
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back to Term Four! This is always a busy and exciting term, as we prepare for the season of Advent and, soon after, Christmas. As we enter October, it is a wonderful time to remember that this month holds special significance in our Church calendar.
October is dedicated to Mary, our Mother, and to the Holy Rosary. The Rosary is a beautiful prayer that helps us reflect on the important events in the lives of Jesus and Mary. It is divided into five parts, called decades, and each decade focuses on a special event, or mystery, in our faith. Each decade includes:
- 1 Our Father
- 10 Hail Marys
- 1 Glory Be
Praying the Rosary with your children is a simple yet meaningful way to spend time together in prayer. Even a single decade can provide a moment of reflection, gratitude, and connection with God through Mary’s guidance.
We encourage you to take this opportunity to share the Rosary with your children and experience the peace and joy this prayer brings.
Mary, our gentle Mother, pray for us and guide us closer to your Son, Jesus.
Every blessing for the week ahead,
Fulvia Gerosolimo
The Power of our words….
As we move through October, a month of reflection and prayer through the Holy Rosary, it’s a good time to think about the power of our words. Words can bring comfort, hope, and joy but they can also hurt deeply and leave lasting scars.
Sometimes, when I’m on yard duty, I hear words being shared that aren’t so kind. It’s a reminder that what we say matters. Once spoken, words cannot be taken back. They can lift someone up or break their spirit.
Jesus showed us how to use our words with love and kindness. He spoke with compassion, forgiveness, and truth. In the Gospel of Luke, we read: “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:45) The words we use reflect what is in our hearts.
We all need to remember to choose our words carefully at home, at school, and in the playground. Our children are watching and learning from us. The way we speak to and about others teaches them how to show respect, patience, and understanding.
Let’s be mindful of how we speak, following the example of Jesus, whose words always brought peace and healing.
Sacrament of Eucharist
Please keep our Year 3 students, Olivia, Sena, Luka, Nicholas, Matthew, and Clarissa, in your prayers as they gather around our Lord’s table to receive the Sacrament of Eucharist for the very first time. This is a special moment in their faith journey, as they are spiritually nourished by Jesus and experience the joy of Holy Communion.
We warmly invite all families and community members to attend the celebration on Saturday, 25th October at 5:30 pm. Come and join us in supporting the children, sharing in their joy, and celebrating this important milestone in their faith.
Thank you for your generosity
A heartfelt thank you to all our families who supported our Term 3 Social Justice collection. Through your kindness and generosity, we were able to gather many cans of food and a wonderful range of stationery items for our friends at Loyo in the Philippines.
On the last day of Term 3, our balikbayan box was collected and is now on its way. We hope it will reach our Loyo community in time for Christmas, bringing with it not only the items we packed but also the love, care, and friendship of our St Kevin’s community.
It’s beautiful to see how small acts of giving can make a big difference. Together, we continue to live out Jesus’ call to share with others and to bring hope where it is needed most.
- Tuesday 14th October @7.00pm - 8.30pm
Child, Parent / Carer Eucharist Workshop at St Kevin’s Church
- Thursday 16th October @10am - 2.30pm
Eucharist Reflection Day
- Saturday 25th October @5.30pm
Year 3 Sacrament of Eucharist - ALL WELCOME
- Wednesday 5th November @12.30pm
All Saints Day Mass - ALL WELCOME
- Monday 8th December @12.45pm
Mass for the Immaculate Conception of Mary-ALL WELCOME
- Monday 8th December @6.30pm
Carols and Year in Review - ALL WELCOME
- Wednesday 10th December @6pm
Grade 6bGraduation Mass
- Tuesday 16th December @9.15am
End of year Mass - ALL WELCOME
Parish News
Change in Mass time on Sundays
As of the 14th September the celebration of Sunday mass has changed to 9.15am.
Saturday mass remains the same at 5.30pm
Did you know that the Parish of St Kevin's attends 13 nursing homes in the surrounding area - to bring them communion, say mass or just have a chat! Now 3 of those nursing homes are attending weekday mass once a month as an excursion. The residents get to come to church and then stay afterwards for morning tea. They are also coming once a month to our Knitting Group. This week there were 22 people at the gathering!
We send our prayers for the 13 First Eucharist candidates as they prepare to receive Jesus in the gift of the host for the first time.
Coming Up
Playgroup – Our playgroup runs weekly on a Monday morning - all welcome! Doors open at 0830.
Bookish Morning Tea- the Parish has a free library that everyone is welcome to use.
Craft Group - welcome to everyone. Every Tuesday from midday - in the Gathering Space.
Come and learn a new skill or just enjoy a cuppa and conversation.
Youth Group-The next Youth Group will be on Saturday 18th October. The theme is
Halloween!
Bring a friend and come relax and enjoy a meal!
Men's Social Group- open to men of any age- parishioners and non parishioners alike. All are welcome. Invite a friend, relative or neighbour along. Supper is provided - $8 per meeting. Please RSVP on 9850 5983.
International Morning Tea- The Parish of St Kevin's is celebrating its vibrant diversity with a special morning tea - with every culture represented by food! Come and celebtare mass and then stay and sample different cuisines!!
We Hope to see you at the Parish soon