RE News
The Feast of Saint Mary MacKillop
At St Joseph’s, we will be immersed in the charism of Saint Mary MacKillop this term, focusing on her important words and what they mean for us now. In Week 2 and 3, we will be focusing on the quote: “We are all in His hands”. Mary inspires us to be courageous and hopeful and to have a deep faith in our God who provides.
The focus of this quote teaches us that no matter what happens in our life, God will always look after us and protect us. We need to have continual faith and talk to God through prayer. Mary MacKillop placed her continual trust in God as she overcame many obstacles while trying to found schools and educate all children, no matter their status or how much money they had.
St Joseph’s Sacramental Program
Sacrament of the Eucharist
Thank you to all the parents who have enrolled their child in this Sacrament. We have begun the preparation lessons at school on Holy Communion. Booklets have been sent home this week for you to work through with your child to support them as they prepare to make this Sacrament.
Date of Sacrament: Sunday 15 August
Time: 12:00pm
Sacrament Retreat Day: Tuesday 10 August (for all Year 4 students)
Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be held on Wednesday 28 October. Enrolment for this Sacrament is offered to students in Year 6, who have made their Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Further information regarding enrolments and preparation for this Sacrament will be provided in Term 3.
Date of Sacrament: Thursday 28 October
Time: 5:30pm
Registrations: Opening online at the end of Term 3 on the Parish website:
https://www.stjosephsoconnor.org.au
Sacrament Retreat Day: TBA
All enrolments and payments must be done via the St Joseph’s Parish Website (not the school Qkr! account). Workbooks will be provided to each student enrolled and are to be completed at home, with their parents.
Important Term 3 Dates:
For further information any questions regarding Religious Education and events, please feel free to contact me via email: michelle.vuli@cg.catholic.edu.au .
Religious Education Coordinator
michelle.vuli@cg.catholic.edu.au