Religious Education at St Thomas Aquinas

In Kindergarten this term we are looking at the bible as a source of stories about God’s relationship with people over time. We are particularly learning about the Creation Story and Abraham and Sarah. We love learning the stories from both the Old and New Testaments and would love to look at some with our families at home!

Religious Life at St Thomas Aquinas

Pentecost
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Acts 1:8

You might have noticed our prayer focus at the front of the school has turned red. This is to celebrate the Feast of Pentecost that was on Sunday. We remember the Holy Spirit came to the disciples at Pentecost and gave them gifts to help them spread the Word of God. We pray that the Holy Spirit similarly gifts us to share the message of God’s love.

Reconciliation Week Whole School Prayer
3 Blue are very excited to be leading the whole school in prayer this Friday, celebrating Reconciliation Week. Families and friends are warmly invited to join us in the Hall at 9:30am.

Parish Life - Sacramental Programs

Confirmation - Formation Session for Parents and children.

Thursday 23 May—6:00pm—Parish Church

This Thursday we have our second Formation session for the candidates preparing for Confirmation next month. Families are asked to have completed the first and second parts of the preparation guide and bring the book along to the session so we can explore part 3 together. Please bring something to write with as well.

Please note sponsors are encouraged to attend the formation sessions but if they are not available a parent is all that is required to accompany the candidates. Formation sessions are an essential element of the preparation program and are where you will be provided with the preparation booklet, presentation mass prayer cards and other support materials as well as engaging in the formation activities each session.

Confirmation Retreat

All of Year 6 will participate in a retreat learning about the sacrament of Confirmation and the important role the Holy Spirit plays in the lives of believers. This special day will be Friday 31^st May. Students may come in free clothes and will be provided with a pizza lunch and some snacks for morning tea. More information will be provided on Compass this week.
Sacrament of Confirmation Mass
Thursday 13 June—6:00pm