Advent

Advent is a significant time of year for Catholics all around the world. It can also have personal meaning for all individuals, regardless of their beliefs.

Advent focuses on the few weeks that lead into Christmas highlighting Jesus’ birth, and the coming of the Lord to be with his people as one of them. During this time we are reminded of Christ’s central role in our lives and how he is ever-present and always there for us.

During Advent, Catholics prepare for the coming of Jesus by praying, fasting and almsgiving. The invitation is open for all of us, during this precious Advent time, to take some time to slow down, take a pause from life’s hectic schedule and focus on what is really important – faith, family, friends, love, hope, peace, joy, forgiveness, healing, compassion, generosity, each other and God.

The students have been preparing for Advent in their classes and during our Advent liturgies. All families are warmly invited to join us in the school hall. Please refer to the table below for dates and times.

Christmas Hampers

Each year our school comes together as a generous and compassionate school family to support those in need, by contributing to the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Hamper Appeal. This year our baskets are overflowing! Thank you to all families who have donated an item/s; your generosity is greatly appreciated. Hampers will be blessed and presented to  members of the SvDP Society at our Giving Mass this Thursday the 7th at 9:30am.

Christmas Eve Children’s Mass

Fr Mick is calling on volunteers in Years 4-6 to assist with the retelling of the Nativity at the Christmas Eve Mass. Please see the above poster for details. All families are welcome to attend the Mass.