Education in Faith
Second Sunday of Easter - Year C
Gospel: John 20:19–31
Theme: Faith, Peace, and Believing Without Seeing
After Jesus had risen from the dead, he appeared to his disciples in a locked room. He greeted them with the words, “Peace be with you,” and showed them his hands and side. They were filled with joy. But Thomas, one of the disciples, wasn’t there. When the others told him, he said he wouldn't believe unless he saw Jesus for himself.
A week later, Jesus appeared again. This time, Thomas was there. Jesus invited him to touch his wounds and believe. Thomas said, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus replied, “You believe because you see. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.”
🕊️ Reflection:
This Gospel reminds us that faith is not always about seeing with our eyes—sometimes it's about trusting with our hearts.
Thomas gets a bit of a tough reputation, but maybe he just wanted to be sure, like many of us. Jesus doesn’t get angry with Thomas. Instead, he gently helps him believe. And then he speaks a blessing over us—those who come later, who haven’t seen with our eyes, but who still believe.
Jesus brings peace to his friends when they’re scared and hiding. His first words are not punishment or disappointment—they are words of comfort: “Peace be with you.”Even when we have doubts, fears, or questions, Jesus offers us peace.
🗣️ Discussion Starters:
- Why do you think Thomas found it hard to believe the other disciples?(Have you ever needed to see something yourself to believe it?)
- What does faith mean to you?(Can you believe in something even when you can’t see it?)
- Jesus said, “Peace be with you.” What do you think that peace feels like?(How can we bring peace to others?)
- Have you ever had doubts or questions about your faith?(What helped you through them?)
- Jesus didn’t get mad at Thomas—he helped him believe. What does that say about how God treats us when we’re unsure or struggling?
🙏 Closing Prayer:
Lord Jesus,Thank you for your love and peace.Sometimes we doubt, just like Thomas,but we know you are always with us.Help us to believe in you,even when we can’t see you.Bless us with the peace you gave your disciples.Amen.
Sacramental Dates for 2025
Parents please check the following dates
- Grade 2 will receive First Reconciliation in Term 4 on Thursday, 20th November 2025.
- Grade 3 will receive First Eucharist in Term 2 on Saturday, 21st June 2025.
- Grade 6 will receive Confirmation – Term 3 on Saturday, 6th September 2025.
Reconciliation: baptised Catholics in Year 2.
Eucharist: baptised Catholics in Year 3 or who have celebrated their Reconciliation.
Confirmation: Year 6 Catholics who have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Eucharist.
Event | Day / Date/Time
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TERM 2
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| Eucharist Retreat Day (Yr 3) | Tuesday, 17th June - at SFS - Regular school working day for children
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| Sacrament of Eucharist (Yr 3) | Saturday, 21st June 12:30 pm at St. Kevin’s Church
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TERM 3
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Confirmation Retreat & Reconciliation Day (Yr 6s) | Wednesday, 3rd September - at SFS - Regular school working day for children
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| Meeting with the Bishop (Yr 6s) | TBA (meeting with Bishop)
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| Sacrament of Confirmation (Yr 6s) | Saturday, 6th, September Mass at 11 am at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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TERM 4
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Reconciliation Enrolment & Information Night for Parents ONLY (Yr 2s) | Tuesday, 7th October 6:30 pm Registration ($25 for Stole, candle and Certificates for ALL Sacraments) 7- 8 pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church
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| Reconciliation Commitment Mass (Yr 2s) | Friday, 17th October 6:30 pm Registration 7- 8 pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church
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Reconciliation Student Information Sessions (Yr2s) | Fri 7th Nov 11:40 am Wed 12th November 11:40 am at SFS - Regular school working day for children
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| Sacrament of Reconciliation (Yr2s) | Thursday, 20th November 6:30 pm Registration 7- 8 pm - Mass at St. Kevin’s Church |
If you have any further questions regarding your child receiving these Sacraments, please feel free to contact me at the school.
God Bless
Rozeta Ambrose
Religious Education Leader
rambrose@sfslynbrook.catholic.edu.au
GRADE 5/6 SOCIAL JUSTICE TEAM – MINI VINNIES
COMMUNITY SPIRIT HOUSE POINTS
The total House points for each House at the end of Term 1 which includes the Project Compassion donations:
1st | Bosco | 1 299 |
2nd | Patrick | 1 282 |
3rd | Teresa | 1 067 |
4th | MacKillop | 893 |
Well done Bosco!! But this is a new term and mew point sheets have been handed out!!
TERM 2 FOCUS
MONDAY ACTION TEAMS
This year Mini Vinnies will run as a Monday afternoon Action Team. The Mini Vinnies have had the opportunity to nominate whether they would like to be part of this action team or continue meeting during lunchtimes. We have 21 students who have nominated to be part of the Monday afternoon action team. The other 16 students will continue to meet at lunchtimes.
DISCOVERING MORE ABOUT ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
We will spend sometime learning more about the St Vincent de Paul Society which is the group Mini Vinnies belong to. We will research their values to guide our actions and learn more about the story behind the Society and the various ways that they assist those experiencing challenges.
WINTER APPEAL – FEAST OF THE SACRED HEART
Later this term, on Friday June 27th we will be celebrating the Feast of the Sacred Heart. To follow in Jesus’ footsteps, we will be asking SFS families to donate to our Winter Appeal. Items such as non-perishable foods: canned goods, pasta, sugar, flour and toiletries. These items will then be collected by the Hampton Park St Vincent de Paul Conference and distributed to the people within our community experiencing challenges.
Giuliana
Mini Vinnies Facilitator