FROM THE REC & CURRICULUM LEADER
Dates for your Calendar
Tuesday 4th November- Year 5 Leadership Retreat (See Compass for information and permissions)
Class Mass, Friday 7th November- 5/6 Yellow (Families Welcome)
St Patrick's Nativity play
Exciting news! Today marked the very first step in organising this year’s Nativity play, and we were thrilled to welcome an incredible 44 students to our kickoff meeting! The enthusiasm and energy in the room were contagious as roles were discussed and ideas began to take shape.
The performance will be held later this term, so keep an eye out for updates. We’re hoping to fill the audience with as many friendly faces as possible. Families and friends are all warmly invited.
Below is a snapshot from our first gathering.
Understanding Halloween in the Catholic Tradition
As Halloween becomes more popular among children, it’s important to remember its roots in the Catholic faith. The word “Halloween” comes from “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before All Saints’ Day, a time when we honor the holy men and women who have gone before us.
This season also includes All Souls’ Day, when we pray for those who have died. Together, these days remind us of God’s promise of eternal life and the hope we have in Christ.
In classrooms today, students have been discussing how Halloween connects to our faith, not just through costumes and lollies, but through prayer, remembrance, and celebration of holiness.
Let us use this time to reflect on the lives of the saints and the joy of being part of God’s family.