Fifth Sunday of Lent

John 12:20-33
In this week’s Gospel, Jesus teaches his disciples about the way in which he will be glorified by God, and a voice from heaven is heard to affirm this teaching. Jesus teaches his disciples that we cannot hold on too tightly to the things of this world if we want the happiness of following him. Sometimes this means that we have to give up things in order to help others. When we do this, we show ourselves to be good disciples of Jesus. Giving up something, even when it is to get something else, can be particularly difficult for young children to understand. Through this week’s Gospel, we can begin to teach the Christian way of sacrificing for others. Pray together as a family asking Jesus to help us follow his teaching, letting go of things so that we can help others.

Peace Prayer of Saint Francis

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.

O divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console,
to be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Amen.

Sacrament News
Please pray for our First Reconciliation candidates as they prepare to make the Sacrament of Reconciliation next Wednesday evening.

May you know the greatness of God’s love and forgiveness on your special day.

First Reconciliation

Palm Sunday Liturgy
This Friday (26^th March, 10.30am) 5/6 Blue will be leading our school in a Palm Sunday liturgy. All are welcome to attend.

Holy Week Liturgy
Next Thursday (1^st April, 10.15am) 5/6 Gold, 3/4 Blue and 1/2 Gold will be leading our school in our school Holy Week liturgy. Together we will journey through the sacred events of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Resurrection. All are welcome to attend.

Vinnies Superhero Day: Let your superpower shine!

Who: Everyone at St Benedict’s Primary School
Why: To fundraise and raise awareness about the amazing everyday St Vincent de Paul superhero volunteers and their good works.
Cost: A gold coin donation
Wear: Create and wear your own superhero costume and include a label with your unique superpower. Be creative! Let your imagination run wild! Think of the amazing superpowers of the St Vincent de Paul volunteers...KINDNESS, COMPASSIONATE, EMPATHETIC, CARING, HELPFUL, GRATITUDE, FRIENDLY and many more!

Year 1/2 Needs Guest Speakers
Year 1/2 are currently learning about role models, their characteristics and values. We are seeking parent guest speakers, particulary those who are in vocational careers (nurses, doctors, fire fighters, carers, police officers, social workers etc.). Please email Nat Wright if you are able to help.

natalie.zarb@cg.catholic.edu.au