DEPUTY PRINCIPAL - Lize Privitera
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
National Reconciliation Week 26 May to 3 June 2021
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey— the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively. Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Sacred Space
Many thanks to the families and staff who have contributed to the Stations of the Cross garden. Items such as plants, either home grown or purchased, pottery and a park bench have been added to the area. This opportunity will remain open to families and friends for the remainder of the term. Items can be left at the School Office. Once again thank you for your generosity.
Towards Plenary Assembly One October 2021
Plenary Council Prayer Campaign: People across the country are invited to participate in the “Fan the Flame” prayer campaign leading up to the first assembly of the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia. The assembly starts on October 3. Campaign materials include resources for personal and communal prayer, reflections, musical suggestions and multimedia content. Find the resources at: www.plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/fantheflame/
‘This is my blood, the blood of the covenant, which is to be poured out for many’
Mark 14:12-16,22-26
The Lord has redeemed all of us, all of us, with the Blood of Christ. And this Blood makes us children of God of the first class! We all have a duty to do good. If we, each doing our own part, if we do good to others … we will make that culture of encounter. (Pope Francis Homily, May 2013)
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Cycle B
Sunday, June 6, 2021
Mark 14:12-16,22-26 - Jesus shares his Last Supper with his disciples.
The second Sunday after Pentecost, celebrates a second solemnity, which marks the return to Ordinary Time in the liturgical calendar. Next Sunday is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. In the Sunday Gospel, we hear Jesus give instructions to his disciples for preparing a special meal for the Jewish celebration of Passover. We also hear some details about the meal that Jesus shares with his disciples; this meal is called the Last Supper.
What do you do to remember this Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples? What preparations are made so that you can celebrate the Eucharist each week?
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS PARISH INFORMATION
Mary MacKillop Primary School is one of the three Parish Primary Schools belonging to the Parish of Our Lady Help of Christians, Narre Warren within the Diocese of Sale. Fr Brendan Hogan is our Parish Priest and Fr Isuru Weliwatte is our Assistant Priest. We are grateful for their ongoing prayers, involvement and support of the students, families and staff of Mary MacKillop School.
Parish Bulletin - Click on the link below to download the weekly newsletter.
WELLBEING
Parenting Insights - Common sense strategies for raising girls
Father of six girls Dr. Justin Coulson shares his best tips for raising girls to be happy, responsible and strong young women.
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