From the APRIM - Rita Campbell
During the 1960s Fr JP McCann OMI (Oblates of Mary Immaculate) approached the Brigidine Sisters to manage and care for a primary school being built in Adelaide. On meeting Mother Pius, the Provincial of the Brigidine Order in Melbourne, it was with great strength and kindness that she accepted this responsibility.
It is this strength and kindness that we continue to use as an inspiration in the education and faith journey of the young people and the families in our school.
Project Compassion
Thankyou for your generosity in Term 1 with all the donations for Caritas Australia. Our school community raised over $2300. This donation will certainly support great initiatives like food and water security as well as supporting the startup of small businesses in rural areas. This support will be seen for future generations.
St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal
The focus this year is on the housing crisis and the amount of people in Adelaide who cannot find a place to live. There is a new group of people referred to as the ‘working homeless’ who are still unable to afford rent or the purchase of a home even though they are working. Your donations of winter clothing, blankets and non-perishable food would be greatly appreciated. Please deliver your donations to the white Vinnies bins in the school yard or to the front office.
Mother’s Day
On Sunday 12th May we acknowledge the wonderful women in our lives who continue to love and care for us. This love is then extended to our children and families. Mary the mother of Jesus is known for her patience, guidance, love and compassion especially in times of sadness. We thank you all for your contributions.
We are looking forward to sharing breakfast with you on Friday May 10th. See you at 8am. Please register your attendance via the SZapp.
Catholic Education Week – May 13th – May 19th
Celebrating Teaching and Learning
Next week I will be out and about asking children and families this question – What do you love about your Catholic school? I will record answers via video ready to upload to social media. Make sure you use your biggest smile and have an answer ready.
Sacramental Program
Our school will be celebrating the Confirmation and First Holy Communion of 33 candidates on June 2nd at St Pius X Church, Dernancourt. The school choir will also lead the music to enhance the celebration which will be attended by Archbishop Patrick O’Regan and Fr John Sebastian. You are welcome to join us.
St Pius X Church Parish Mass Times
Tuesday – Friday at 9:15am
Saturday Vigil at 6:30pm
Sunday at 9:30am & 5:30pm
