Celebrating our Faith
Prayer for Pope Leo
Please join us in prayer for Pope Leo on his Installation as Bishop of Rome.
Confirmation
We are proud to share that several of our students recently received the Sacrament of Confirmation—a special step in their faith journey. It was a beautiful celebration of their growing relationship with God and their commitment to living out the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
As part of their preparation, the students attended a retreat at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The day gave them time to reflect, pray, and learn more about the meaning of Confirmation in a peaceful and prayerful setting.
Thank you to our families, teachers, and parish team for your support during this important time. Please keep these students in your prayers as they continue to grow in faith.
Celebrating Baptism
We are delighted to share the joyful news that Ella L. and Clara L.H. have recently received the Sacrament of Baptism. This special occasion marks the beginning of their journey in faith as they are welcomed into the Church.
We congratulate Ella and Clara, along with their families and pray that God continues to guide and bless them as they grow in faith, love, and hope.
Catholic Schools Week
In Week 6 we will celebrate Catholic Schools Week with the inspiring theme “Pilgrims of Hope: One Call, One Mission.” This theme calls us to walk together in faith, to be people of hope, and to live out our shared mission as part of a Catholic community.
Throughout the week, our students will take part in a range of activities from whole-school prayer, Mass, activities in classrooms, shared reflections and enjoy the spirit of community during tabloid activities.
As pilgrims of hope, we are reminded that our journey is one of faith, supported by God’s love and guided by the teachings of Jesus. Our mission is to learn, grow, and serve together - responding to God's call with open hearts.
We thank you for your continued partnership and support in helping our students grow not only in knowledge but also in faith, compassion, and hope.
Please refer to the brochure below for our planned activities for Catholic Schools Week.
We hope you can join us!
St Vincent De Paul Winter Appeal
Our St Joseph’s Social Justice Committee is currently planning our school’s commitment to the St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal. We have reached out to St Vincent de Paul to collaborate in a meaningful way and offer our support for this important initiative. Information about how you can support will be provided in the coming week.
Curriculum Spotlight
Kindergarten – Knowing God the Son
The module leads to an encounter with God through the person of Jesus Christ. Students will learn that Jesus is the Son of God who leads us to the Father. Students begin to explore the person of Jesus, as revealed in scripture texts. They listen and respond to stories about Jesus that are found in the Gospels. The students are introduced to Jesus as the one who loves us, who seeks out the lost and who humbly serves others. They will develop an awareness of God’s plan of love and care for others through the teachings and actions of Jesus.
Week 4: Confirmation at Christ the King Mayfield Friday 23 @ 6:30 pm
Week 5: Confirmation at Sacred Heart Cathedral Thursday 29 @ 6:30 pm
Week 6: Catholic Schools Week (see above for more details)
Week 7: Pentecost Liturgy (Year 4) – 2:20 pm
Week 8: Parish Mass @ 10:15 am with Kinder and Year 6
Week 9: Parish Mass @ 10:15 am with Year 1 and Year 5
Week 10: NAIDOC Week Liturgy Friday 9:00 am
Parish Bulletin: https://www.newcastlecatholic.org.au/weekly-bulletins/
Leanne Skinner
Religious Education Coordinator