The theme for the ‘Evangelisation Day’ was based upon the Beatitude: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Mat 5.8). This was expanded to simply be “A Pure Heart: An Open Heart!” The day began with a Lectio Divina Prayer based on the Beatitudes, led by a selection of students from … Continue reading Southern Region Year Nine Evangelisation Day

The Voicing the Vision Conference aims to provide information, strategies and resources related to the work of the Family Educators, especially in the areas of family evangelisation and faith formation. Workshops and keynote addresses will be of particular benefit to Principals, Family Educators, RECs, Parish Priests and Parish Staff who are seeking ways to engage … Continue reading Voicing the Vision 23-24 June

The issue of 'same-sex marriage' has dominated the media's news cycle in recent weeks, and politicians have become more outspoken in proposing changes to the definition of marriage, contained within the Marriage Act. In light of these circumstances, the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has released the Pastoral Letter, 'Don't Mess With Marriage' The Pastoral Letter … Continue reading Pastoral Letter on Marriage

Two First Year Teacher retreats have been completed for 2015, with very successful results. Approximately sixty-five teachers attended the two-day residential retreat in the beautiful surroundings of Benedict XVI Retreat Centre at Grose Vale. A special presentation was made by Dr Dan White, (Executive Director of Catholic Schools, Sydney) whose presentation was titled ‘Catholic Pedagogy: Nurturing … Continue reading Beginning Teachers Retreat

The bi-annual Archdiocesan Mass for the Feast of Our Lady, Help of Christians was celebrated with primary students on Monday 25 May at St Mary’s Cathedral. The celebration will live in our memories for many reasons. The 116 primary schools, including Congregational schools, represented on the day sent eight of their year five and six … Continue reading Our Lady Help Of Christians Mass 2015