From the APRE
The Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day
On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day in the eleventh month of the year 1918, an armistice was signed, ending the "war to end all wars" - World War I. November 11 has therefore been set aside as Armistice Day, a day to pray for those who have died serving their country.
This year is 100 years since the first Armistice Day. As it falls on Sunday, teachers will be spending time this week reflecting on the sacrifice and love shown by those past and present who have served and are currently, serving our country.
At Assembly on Monday, there will be a short reflection time as well.
Louis’ Baptism
What a lovely celebration we had when the 1L Class gathered with Louis’ family for his baptism. The students were very much involved with the prayers, blessing the water, singing a welcoming song at the end and then presenting Louis with a book of handwritten messages and drawings.
Thank you to Shauna, Jules and Pascal for involving us with your special family event.
Happy Birthday Celebrations
Last week we were delighted to have Fr Peter join us for a combined birthday morning tea. He and Annie Ward share the same birthdate and as Fr Peter was celebrating a “significant 70th” birthday it was a time of much celebration.
Fr Peter is enjoying good health, is living at the moment at Lourdes Home (in a unit, not as a resident) and is getting around to do what “he chooses” to do.
We hope to have him “pop in” for a coffee a bit more frequently, now that he is back from his overseas travels.
Champion Mathletes
At assembly last week, 3 students were presented with certificates identifying them as the Mathletics Champions of SSPS. Congratulations to Ellie 2C, Jasper 2G & Everlyn 4D.
Class Masses
In the last couple of weeks Years 4 and 5 have had their class mass, with both focusing on Mary. It was lovely to join with Fr Michael and some family members in what is a less formal celebration of Eucharist.
For your diary:
- Sunday 18 November @ 9am Mass: final Mass choir for 2018
- Wednesday 28 November @ 11:30 am: Farewell Mass + Leadership Presentation to be held in the Cathedral Centre (Bingo Hall NOT the Cathedral)
- Thursday 6 December @ 8:30am: Final Assembly (Mercy Centre)
- Friday 7 December @ 9am: Year 6 Graduation in the Mercy Centre
Judy Smith | APRE