Faith News
Emma Chapple
Important Dates
Term Three
Whole School Mass to Celebrate St Mary McKillop & Commitment of the Year Six Confirmation Candidates.
Thursday, August 7th at 11:30 am, St Brendan’s Church, Somerville. All are welcome Leaders: The Year One and Two staff and students.
Confirmation Sacramental Mass (Enrolled Year Six students)- Saturday, August 9th, St Brendan’s Church at 6:00 pm.
Whole School Mass for Fathers & Special Men to the students. Thursday, September 4th, 11:30 am at St Brendan’s Church, Somerville
Leaders: The Year Three & Four staff and students.
Term Four
Whole School Mass: Season of Creation & Mission focus
Thursday, October 16th, 11:30 am at St Brendan’s Church, Somerville Leaders: The Year Three & Four staff and students.
Whole School Mass: The End of the 2025 School Year & Foundation Nativity drama- Advent Week One- Hope. Thursday, December 4th, 11:30 am St Brendan’s Church, Somerville.
Leaders: Foundation Staff and Students.
- Year Six Graduation Mass: Advent Week Two- Peace: Wednesday, December 10th, 5:00 pm St Brendan’s Church, Somerville. Leaders: Year Five & Six Staff & Students.
Confirmation News
Thank you to the Confirmation candidates and their families who attended the Parish Commitment Masses on Saturday, June 28th, and last Saturday, July 26th at St Brendan’s Church, Somerville. The parishioners enjoyed welcoming you all at these Masses.
All Year Six students were all invited to participate in a retreat day at St Joseph’s Crib Point on Friday, June 27th. The day was facilitated by the musically talented Gen Bryant and her ministry team, with a focus on how students can use the Gifts of the Holy Spirit throughout their lives. The day was a wonderful opportunity for students from the three parish schools to work together and meet.
I ask the St Brendan’s community for their continued prayers for the following children as they prepare to receive the Gifts of the Holy Spirit through the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday, August 9th at 6:00 pm at St Brendan’s Church:
| Taylah B | Ellie B | Ella Br |
| Nicola DA | Finn D | Jolie H |
| Emilia H | Zac J | Alex M |
| Chase O | Toby P | Indiana S |
| Archer Y | Ella Bu | |
56V Holy Spirit Artwork
Well done to Mrs Van Der Peet and her students who completed some beautiful artistic depictions below of Acts 2:1-4, the story of Pentecost.
Please also note their Learning Intention and Success Criteria.
Learning Intention
We are learning to understand the significance of Pentecost and how to express its key symbols—such as fire, wind, and the dove—through a creative colouring art design.
Success criteria
By the end of this lesson, I will be able to:
- Identify and explain the key symbols of Pentecost (e.g., tongues of fire, wind, dove) and their meanings.
- Design an artwork that incorporates these symbols to represent the Holy Spirit's presence.
- Use colours thoughtfully to convey the emotions and significance associated with Pentecost.
- Reflect on how my artwork communicates the story and message of Pentecost to others.
First Eucharist News
Please pray for Joshua N and Jax C who will receive First Eucharist in the weeks ahead.
Student Leadership News- Social Justice Action Team
Congratulations to the SJAT who were presented with their Mini Vinnies badges and certificates at Monday’s assembly. Please see the attached flyer for information about the Term Three St Vincent De Paul Appeal, which the SJAT/Mini Vinnies Team will be coordinating to help those in need in our local community.
Access to the Australian Catholics Online Magazine
Hard copies of the Australian Catholic Magazine will be distributed throughout the year to all families whose eldest children are in Years 3-6 this year. ALL families have FREE access to the Australian Catholics online resource here, and by using the following login details to gain access:
Email: parents@sbsomerville.catholic.edu.au Password: acparents
Western Port Parish News
Christian Initiation for Adults: RCIA
RCIA stands for the “Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults”. Our RCIA team is ready to welcome any participants who would like to enquire about becoming a Catholic. Adults who wish to begin or continue their faith journey through the reception of the Catholic sacraments are invited to contact the Western Port Parish Centre on (03) 5979 4374.
Yours in faith & harmony.
Emma Chapple
-Religious Education Leader
-Performing Arts Classroom Specialist Teacher
-Director: Disney’s ‘Frozen Jr.’