Harmony Week

Sincere gratitude to parents and families for their support and attendance at last week’s Footsteps Concert. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate diversity and inclusion, bringing everyone together in a meaningful way. A special acknowledgment goes to families for their efforts in dressing students in traditional cultural attire and wearing the colour orange, symbolizing harmony and inclusivity. The event was further enriched by the students’ engaging dance performances, which showcased their enthusiasm and appreciation for different cultures. Harmony Week serves as a reminder that everyone belongs, and the involvement of families helped create an atmosphere of unity and respect. The school appreciates the ongoing support of its families in fostering a community that values cultural diversity and inclusion.

See the attached photos for highlights from this wonderful celebration.

Stations of the Cross Liturgy – check your child’s school bag for your invitation

You are invited to join us for a special Stations of the Cross Liturgy on Thursday, 3rd April, at 2:00 PM in Allen Hall. Our students will prayerfully reflect on the journey of Jesus through a freeze-frame presentation of each station. This dramatic technique involves students creating still silent images to represent key moments of the Passion. Each freeze frame captures the emotion and significance of the station, allowing for deep reflection and engagement. We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you.

Fourth Sunday of Lent, Cycle C

Sunday, March 30, 2025

Luke 15:1-3,11-32
Jesus teaches about forgiveness in the parable of the Prodigal Son.

The parable Jesus tells in next Sunday’s Gospel is unique to the Gospel of Luke. Jesus has been teaching the crowds as he journeys to Jerusalem. As he teaches, the Pharisees and scribes complain and challenge Jesus because he is welcoming sinners at his table. We hear the third of three parables that Jesus tells in response to his critics. These three familiar parables—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and today's parable of the prodigal son—invite us to consider the depth of God's mercy and love. God is our loving Father in heaven. He will always forgive us and rejoice when we return to him and ask for his forgiveness. What might we pray to God to ask for his forgiveness?

ANZAC APPEAL raises funds to support former and serving members of the Australian Defence Forces and dependents when in need. Most of the funds are raised through the sale of ANZAC stock. Leading up to ANZAC Day, ANZAC badges are now available for purchase at Student Reception. Year 6 students will be managing a stall, offering a range of ANZAC items priced between $1 and $5. Involvement of students in the distribution and sale of ANZAC badges significantly increase awareness of ANZAC Day within the school community.

Our whole School ANZAC Service is planned for Thursday 24th April - more details next week’s newsletter

SACRAMENT OF FIRST EUCHARIST PARENT FORMATION NIGHT

Date: Wednesday, 23rd April 2025 or Thursday 1st May 2025

Time: 6:45pm for a 7pm start

Venue: Our Lady Help of Christians Parish

Levy: $50.00  Making a payment through CDFPay confirms your child's enrolment in the Sacrament Program and registers the parent for Parent Formation Night.   CDFPay Online opens at 10am on Monday 24th March 2025 and closes at 10am on  Friday 2nd May 2025.  It is important to note that there are the two opportunities for families to enrol their child/children to receive the Sacrament of First Eucharist this year.

Children should have been baptised in the Catholic Church and received the Sacrament of Reconciliation last year or prior, before enrolling for the Sacrament of First Eucharist. A copy of your child’s Baptism and Reconciliation certificate needs to be attached to the enrolment forms if baptised/received Reconciliation outside of Our Lady Help of Christians Parish. Kindly take note of the opening and closing dates for the online payment system.

Any further inquiries need to be directed to the Parish.