Reconciliation

All children making their First Reconciliation and their families are encouraged to attend the Presentation Masses this weekend at the Holy Trinity Church. Children will be invited up the front with their families so that the parish can pray for their upcoming sacrament. Weekend mass times are Saturday at 6pm, Sunday at 9:30am or 5:30pm. There will be an opportunity to gather with parishioners and the children who are also making their First Reconciliation in the Parish Centre after the 9:30am mass on Sunday. All are welcome.

First Week of Lent - Project Compassion Story

We begin our annual Lenten Project Compassion journey by learning about Laxmi, a 16-year-old girl living in Jajarkot, a remote district in Nepal where almost half of the population live below the poverty line.  Tragedy struck when Laxmi was 10 years old and her father passed away. Her father worked hard to pay for his children's education and, after losing him, Laxmi was at risk of falling further into extreme poverty.

With the support of Caritas Nepal, Laxmi joined a child's club at her school where she was encouraged to resume her education. Through the child’s club, Laxmi developed the skills and confidence to become a leader, advocating for clean water taps at her school. 

Laxmi is now excelling in her studies and working towards her dream of becoming a civil engineer. She continues to be involved in the child's club, serving as an advisor and mentoring the next generation of young leaders at her old school.

Religious Education Professional Dialogue – Walking Together

On Wednesday afternoon staff from the Primary School and ELC came together to reflect on the scripture passage, The Road to Emmaus, from Luke 24: 13 - 35. Staff were encouraged to listen deeply on how God speaks to them through scripture. They participated in a Lectio Divina which is a prayer at a deep level where participants listen and engage with words or phrases from the reading. This helped staff respond and reflect on how they journey with God. These responses are artistically presented on footprints displayed in the foyer near the library. Please look for these next time you are in our school building.   

Teachers from Kindergarten to Year 6 also paused and reflected on how and what they teach in RE at Holy Trinity Primary School through an ‘Agreed Practice’. Time was given to teachers to collaborate and discuss the strategies, resources and ongoing support needed for RE to be the focus in our Catholic school.

Lisa Binutti-Wilson

Acting Religious Education Coordinator