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From the APRE

The Religious Life of the School

Last Sunday, we had our Term 4 School/ Parish Mass which was a joyous celebration, particularly as our choir was in fine voice. The parishioners often express how much they love to see the children, not only attending Mass, but participating and leading in their various “jobs”.

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Mrs Anne-Maree Spalding (Music Teacher), Mrs Anita McVeigh (Drama Teacher) and Miss Jo Cosgrove (Year 2 Teacher) for their unwavering commitment to coordinating and leading the choir. Our Choir is rostered to sing on the 3^rd Sunday of each month but not only do these ladies always turn up (on the Sunday morning) but they are super organised and always have the students well practiced beforehand. Considering that Anne-Maree and Anita only work at St Saviour’s Primary for one day a week, they certainly get a lot done.

These three ladies are all very busy women, with many and varied commitments outside of school, so for them to do what they do, we are very appreciative. Thank you, Anne-Maree, Anita and Jo! You are amazing!

Year One Prayer Gathering

On Wednesday, Fr Michael joined with parents, staff and the Year One students for a lovely, prayerful Prayer Gathering, which focused on Mary and the Rosary. Throughout October all classes have been praying a decade of the Rosary, being mindful of a special intention. Thanks to Mrs Fiona case and Miss Nat Lancuba for their preparation of the students.

Year 4 Mass

This morning, the Year 4s gathered around the altar in St Patrick’s Cathedral with Fr Michael, parents and staff, this time for a Mass focusing on Mary and the Rosary. Fr Michael talked about the history of the Rosary in Australia, how he grew up saying the Rosary and how he prays it every day, still.

Fr Michael’s message to the students was that as they pray each decade of the rosary, they should be able to relate the Mary/ Jesus story to a “modern day” context. For example, when praying the 3^rd Joyful Mystery- The Birth of Jesus, they could be thinking and praying for anyone they know who has had a new baby. When Fr Michael prays the 3^rd Sorrowful Mystery- The Crowning with Thorns, he prays for all those who suffer from a mental illness.

Again, thanks to Marg Doljanin and Nicole Cooper for organising the Mass and preparing the students.

Class Baptism

No photos yet, but tomorrow the 1L Class is gathering at St Pat’s Cathedral for a very special occasion- the baptism of their friend and classmate, Louis. Obviously, Louis has listened carefully to his teachers in Prep and Year One when talking about being part of God’s family because earlier this year he mentioned to his parents that he would like to be baptised. Today, when I asked him why he decided to be baptised, he replied- “To be closer to God.”

We are all very excited to be a part of this special occasion with Louis and his family.

Mrs Judy Smith | Assistant Principal Religious Education