Wrap with Love

Father Anthony has sent an invitation to join a worthwhile group initiative. Parents/carers may be interested in joining the parish group who meet regularly as part of the Wrap With Love project (www.wrapwithlove.org). This group knits/crochets blankets, clothing and other items to be given to those in need. If you would like to be a part of this community building and humanitarian initiative, as well as enjoy a cup of tea and attend Mass afterwards, please contact the school.

National Sorry Day

National Sorry Day 2022 falls this year on Thursday 26 May and is a day when we pause to remember the Stolen Generations of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This is the day when we remember the loss experienced by children who were taken from their mothers to places away from their country and culture - to places away from their family. We lament and we say “sorry”. A short clip is attached for further information titled State of Reconciliation in Australia

National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week 2022 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.

The theme for 2022 is “Be Brave. Make Change.” It is a challenge to all Australians— individuals, families, communities, organisations and government—to Be Brave and tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation so we can Make Change for the benefit of all Australians.

Yesterday our St Columbkille’s community celebrated the beginning of National Reconciliation Week with a liturgy and performance in the hall. Our Indigenous students re-enacted the story “Gang Man Gang”, a traditional Aboriginal story of the Illawarra area. A special gift was given to Aboriginal aunty, Aunty Shaz, which was a specially designed and decorated drum by Mrs Liz Orphin and her husband Ray. The drums images were related to the story of “Gang Man Gang”. Some students were also given the task of playing the final song with didgeridoos and clapsticks. Thanks to all those who have helped with this celebration

Our Lady Help Of Christians

This solemnity within the church is acknowledged on 24th May. It is an important feast in our country because Our Lady, under the title “Help of Christians”, is a spiritual Patron of Australia, along with St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop. We continue to pray to Mary for all our needs, both spoken out loud and in our hearts.

Confirmation 

We trust that you are working through your Confirmation booklet and logging on to the lessons and session learning within Google classroom. You should have received an email about the dress code for Confirmation and who can be your sponsor. If you haven’t booked for the Wednesday or Thursday evening, please do so asap through the link below. 

https://form.jotform.com/bulliparish/communion-form

 We continue to pray for these students as they embrace the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Mrs Joanne Herring - Religious Education Coordinator