Catholic Community Life
Sacraments
Due to the current health concerns relating to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) all Canberra and Goulburn Archdiocesan Sacramental Programs have been put on hold until further notice. This means that our St Benedict’s First Reconciliation (Saturday 4th April) is now postponed until further notice.
Mini Vinnies and School Choir
Due to the current health concerns relating to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) lunchtime choir practice and Mini Vinnies meetings will be put on hold until further notice.
Season of Lent
Gospel Reading: John 9:1-41
In this coming Sunday’s Gospel, the healing of the man born blind invites us to focus on the physical and spiritual aspects of sight and light. This scripture passage is rich with comparison language that draws the reader into the journey of the man’s experience of encounter through to enlightenment.
For an in-depth theological exploration see Loyola Press, Sunday Connection
Lenten Prayer
Father in heaven,
Your love calls us to life.
Change our anger to kindness and teach us self-control.
Amen
Caritas Project Compassion
Please continue to fill your Caritas Project Compassion donation boxes! Here are some things that students can do to earn donations:
- Unpacking the dishwasher
- Taking the washing down off the line
- Gardening
- Caring for pets
- Dusting
- Drying dishes
- Taking out the rubbish
- Helping a sibling with their homework
- Cleaning their bedroom
- Putting away groceries
- Setting the dinner table
St Vincent de Paul Night Patrol
St Vincent de Paul Night Patrol are in urgent need of donations of adult size jackets, blankets and sleeping bags. If you have any of these items that you wish to donate to the Night Patrol please give them directly to Ms Wright. Thank you.
Mini Vinnies Hygiene Donation Station
The St Vincent de Paul Night Patrol is in need of mini toiletries (hotel size is perfect) to re-stock their hygiene packs to be distributed to the people who approach the van. We invite all families to make regular donations to the Mini Vinnies Hygiene Donation Station in the Front Office. This is one way our school community can help teach our children about human dignity and how we need to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to look after their body.
Items that can be donated are
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Moisturisers
- Combs/hair brushes
- Sunscreen
- Tissue packs
- Feminine hygiene products
- Soap/body wash
- Toothbrushes/toothpaste
- Mouth wash
- Lip balm
- Deodorant
Community Meals Program
The Community Meals freezer is one way we can assist families who are experiencing hardship. If you are able to cook a meal, please use disposable containers and label with ingredients and date. All meal donations can be brought to the Front Office. If your family requires temporary meal assistance, you can speak in confidence to any of our staff members.
