Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2021

“Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem” (Mt 20:18).

Lent: a Time for Renewing Faith, Hope and Love.

Jesus revealed to his disciples the deepest meaning of his mission when he told them of his passion, death and resurrection, in fulfilment of the Father’s will. He then called the disciples to share in this mission for the salvation of the world.

In our Lenten journey towards Easter, let us remember the One who “humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross” (Phil 2:8). During this season of conversion, let us renew our faith, draw from the “living water” of hope, and receive with open hearts the love of God, who makes us brothers and sisters in Christ. At the Easter vigil, we will renew our baptismal promises and experience rebirth as new men and women by the working of the Holy Spirit. This Lenten journey, like the entire pilgrimage of the Christian life, is even now illumined by the light of the resurrection, which inspires the thoughts, attitudes and decisions of the followers of Christ.

Fasting, prayer and almsgiving, as preached by Jesus (cf. Mt 6:1-18), enable and express our conversion. The path of poverty and self-denial (fasting), concern and loving care for the poor (almsgiving), and childlike dialogue with the Father (prayer) make it possible for us to live lives of sincere faith, living hope and effective charity.

But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay you. (Mt 6:6)

  

“My divine Lord, I give myself to You this Lent.

Draw me in so that I may come to know You more.

Reveal to me Your divine presence, dwelling deep within me, calling me to Yourself.

May this Lent, dear Lord, be glorious as I strengthen my love and devotion through the discovery of the gift of true prayer.

Jesus, I trust in You.”

Happy Birthday to

Lexi Patton and Harry Carne

who celebrate their birthdays in the coming week.

We hope you enjoy your special day.

Our school cross country will be held on Wednesday 10 March 2021.

Students in Years 3 to 6, plus Year 2 students who turn 8 in 2021 will compete at the West Wyalong Showground.

Kinder, Year 1 and Year 2 students who are 7 in 2021 will participate in cross country games at Perseverance Oval.

All students must have a permission note to attend, please click on the link below to complete the form.  Forms due Wednesday 3rd March.

Cross Country Permission Note

Cyber Safety Workshop for 5/6 Parents

Technology is changing rapidly and St Mary’s is committed to ensuring ongoing support to our parents and carers to keep their children safe when online.

We will be hosting a Cyber Safety workshop for our Year 5 & 6 parents to attend WITH THEIR CHILD/REN on Monday 15^th March from 5.00 - 6.30pm in the school hall.

The evening will be facilitated by the Canberra/Goulburn Child Protection Officer Mr Lachlan Ellis. Lachlan will also work with the Year 5/6 students on Tuesday morning 16^th March at school.

We strongly recommend that parents/ carers attend this  workshop on Monday 15th March in the evening.

Save the date for this event and we will keep you updated in the meantime.

eSafety Webinars for Parents and Carers

The eSafety commission is running free webinars for parents and carers at lunchtimes (12:30-1:30pm) and in the evenings 7:30-8.30pm on various dates.

Currently running: “Parents guide to cyberbullying and online drama”

For available dates and to register go to:

Opening School Mass

Assembly

The following events are in next weeks calendar.

To see the school's full calender check out the SZApp or our website.