Religious Education

GOSPEL

The early church thought Jesus would return quickly. There was a crisis of faith when he didn't. Some early Christians lived as though this imminent return was a fact. WE are still waiting! Matthew, in his parable of the ten bridesmaids (Matthew 25:1-13) describes the actions of the bridesmaids who had to wait for the bridegroom to arrive … five were prepared for the wait, taking reserves of oil for their lamps, while the others did not plan ahead. This gospel reminds us to be ready for what the future holds; to look with hope towards what lies ahead, but to ensure that we’ve prepared ourselves properly. The future can only be viewed with expectant hope if we’ve done the proper preparation!

St Ignatius tells us the best way to prepare for the future is to let go of the unhealed past, as best as we can, and live in the here and now. The Holy Spirit helps us see what needs to be done today and what preparation is necessary for tomorrow. The Christian life is about wisdom, right judgment and reading the signs of the times. The resources we have to make this happen are faith; prayer; our actions; our service to others and how much we have loved. This is the ‘oil’ that cannot be loaned or given by another … we need to prepare ourselves.

Perhaps, we can spend some time in prayer and reflection this week with these lines from Psalm 62:

O God, you are my God, for you I long;

For you my soul is thirsting.

If you prefer a visual, try Psalm 62 - Aaron Keyes

Enjoy your week

June Kellar

CATHOLIC MISSION

A HUGE THANK YOU to all for your very generous support of our month of 'SOCKTOBER'.  We raised a total of $745.70 and the people of a remote village in Uganda will now have access to an ambulance!

Once again thanks to our wonderful Social Justice leaders Darby, Chelsea, Mille and Kieran for their dedication and commitment to the cause.

REMEMBRANCE DAY

On Saturday, we remember those who gave their lives for the countries they fought for during all wars and armed conflicts. By honouring a minute’s silence at 11am on 11th November, we commemorate these brave men and women, who have died to protect our democratic way of life.

Did you know …. in 1997, Governor-General Sir William Deane issued a proclamation formally declaring 11 November to be Remembrance Day, urging all Australians to observe one minute's silence at 11 am on 11 November each year to remember those who died or suffered for Australia's cause in all wars and armed conflicts?

DATES TO REMEMBER:

Sunday 19th November @ 5pm – Year 5 Class Mass