APRE NEWS

WELCOME LITURGY: Our Mass this morning was "downsized" to a Liturgy of the Word, in consideration of the unusually hot weather. Thanks to Fr Michael for being so willing to make adjustments to suit his young audience. Our overall theme of "STRIVE" was examined and explained as having to make an effort, not everything is easy but that doesn't mean we give in.

Our Year 6 Leaders made a Leadership Pledge, were acknowledged and blessed by the community. Thanks to those family members who were able to join us.

THIS SUNDAY: Our school choir is leading the singing at 9am Mass. All choir members are asked to arrrive a little early so they can "warm up".

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM: Boys and girls who are taking part in the Sacramental Program have been invited to make an Enrolment Promise this weekend at 6pm or 9am Mass. Cluster Group Week 1 (Session 1) starts on Sunday at 10:15am in the Bingo Hall. Thursday time is 3:30-4:15pm. We hope to have the Reconciliation Books by then.

BRODRIBB  AGED CARE VISIT: On the first Monday of each month, Fr Michael visits and says Mass at Brodribb Home. He has invited our Year 6 students to take turns in coming along and interacting with the "oldies". Last week I took Charlotte, Milly, Esther-Leigh and Mackenzie who really enjoyed their visit  and had plenty of positives to say about their experience.

PASTORAL CARE PROGRAM:    Anyone who is interested is invited to be a part of our Pastoral Care Program which aims to help make people feel welcome in our school. We also endeavour to build community by assisting families in small ways when we can. We try and keep a supply of meals or home baking (slices/ cakes) in our freezer which we then send home with families either when things aren't going so well or alternatively, to celebrate the good times (eg new baby in the family).

Currently our freezer is empty so I would really encourage anyone who is able, to do some baking and send it in. We are able to supply foil trays and some ingredients and there will be some meat available for cooking up next week. If you can help please let me know. I will be holding our first Pastoral Care Meeting this Friday at 8:40am for anyone who is free. Otherwise I will email some notes out to those on my PC list. Thanks in advance for your support. It is truly appreciated!

FREE DRESS DAY next FRIDAY: Next Friday (22nd) we are inviting students and staff to wear " Free Dress" and to then bring a gold coin donation. This money will be sent to our sister Diocese of Townsville where many families and schools are endeavouring to get back "on their feet" after the recent floods. I thank you in anticipation for your generosity. 

Enjoy the rest of your week,

Judy