Catholic Identity
New - Holy Week at School
As a school community, we have been able to celebrate Holy Week (a week early) one of the most significant weeks in the church's calendar, through prayer, reflection, art & role-play.
We began the week with our Preps leading us in the story of Palm Sunday, they waved the palm branches and sang Hosanna!
Our 1/2 students led us in a quiet reflection of art and creative constructions centred around the washing of the feet & the last supper, key scripture stories from Holy Thursday.
Our 3/4 students led us through the events of Good Friday through role-play. They showed us the significance of this special day.
As Easter Sunday is in the school holidays our Upper students will celebrate the Resurrection with us through prayer in the first week of next term.
New - Baptism
Last Wednesday Alex & Matthew Khan were baptised in front of their family, classmates and teachers at St. Mel's Church. What a beautiful celebration it was, such a rich tradition that reminds us of the important sense of belonging. We were so blessed to be a part of this special day for the boys.
The whole Khan family have attended primary school at St. Mel's and were just so thankful and truly felt a part of a special community. A big thank you to Fr Peter who made this beautiful celebration happen, what a wonderful learning opportunity for our lower & upper students and memories we will all hold close of how blessed we were to have been a part of this significant event.
On behalf of our school community, congratulations Alex and Matthew, and thank you for allowing us to be part of your special celebration. Something we will never forget.
We have included some photos of this special celebration.
Thanks again to all involved
Project Compassion 2022
Our Social Justice Team have been busy checking in and raising awareness for our annual Caritas, Project Compassion Campaign.
They have counted all the donations with our Admin Team from all our boxes and the money raised from our events this term. We have raised over $1000, this is a fantastic effort, well done everyone.
Thank you to everyone who has donated this year and please know the impact & positive difference we've been able to make in the lives of those in need.
Parish News
New - Holy Week Liturgies
Updated - St Mels Parish Bulletin
Please find current Parish Bulletin attached.
UPDATED - Prayer - Sunday's of Lent 2022
New - Easter
New - Joining God in the Neighborhood
UPDATED - Sandpiper ENews
Please find the latest Sandpiper News E-Link listed below.
NEW - Catholic DioceseEmployment Opportunities
Mission and Pastoral Life Coordinator
An exciting new role reporting to the Director of Mission and Pastoral Life within The Catholic Diocese Sandhurst located in Bendigo has become available.
Key responsibilities will include -
- Providing operational support to the Director of Mission and Pastoral Life.
• Supporting mission, evangelisation, and formation in parishes and contributing to the development of strategies to provide this support.
• Building effective relationships with all stakeholders working in the areas of mission and formation especially Clergy, Parish Teams, Parishioners, other ministries, and agencies throughout the Diocese.
To download more information about the position, a copy of the position description including the key selection criteria - <click here>
Applications including a cover letter and copy of your current Resume addressing the selection criteria and how your qualifications and skills align to the requirements of the Position Description should be forwarded to hr@sandhurst.catholic.org.au by 5:00pm Monday, 11 April 2022.
Youth Ministry Worker
Sandhurst Youth Ministry is seeking a vibrant youth workers to join the Diocesan team.
The successful applicant will be required to support parishes, schools and youth ministry initiatives in the Diocese of Sandhurst (Bendigo).
They will be able to present the values and ideals of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church to the young people of the Diocese. Previous experience in active youth ministry leadership, or in working with young people is a desired attribute.
Youth Ministry Worker- download a copy of the position description
Applications close at 5pm, Monday 26th April and should be sent to ruth.lawlor@sandhurst.catholic.org.au
For any questions please contact Ruth Lawlor on Ph 0458 585 200