Feast of St Eugene and Mission Day 
Last Tuesday May 21st was the feast of our school patron St Eugene de Mazenod.  St Eugene was born in France in 1782 and became a priest at the age of 29 years.  He formed a religious order called the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate – OMI.  These missionaries travelled all around the world sharing the good news and ministering to those in need and connecting with young people who wanted to live their faith in the world. There are now 42 in Australia including Fr John Sebastian who administers the Dernancourt parish. 

Our Year 4 Mission team set up fundraising stalls on the day.  After selling jelly cups, fudge brownies, raffle tickets, cupcakes, loom bands, post it note bouquets and choc pops, the team raised $270.45. A fabulous effort by the girls and their families.  Thank you so much.                                                                

 
Reconciliation Week - NOW MORE THAN EVER 
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. Now More Than Ever, is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will —and must —continue. 

At St Pius X School, we acknowledged Reconciliation Week with a prayer service and presentation by Martin Pascoe.  Martin is an Indigenous gentleman who has worked at St Pius X for over a year now.  He spoke about the unity of the Australian people as we come from many different lands and speak many languages.  Together, the bridge that divides us can be a connection for us to achieve reconciliation, uniting all people and acknowledging the First Nations people and all those who call Australia home. 

Thankyou to Laura Villani, our Teacher of Italian for co-ordinating the event and activities for the children including a sea of hands and reconciliation walk.  Thank you to Dana Wortley, Member for Torrens for joining us and supporting our school. 

Laudato Si Week 
Laudato Si’ means – Praise Be to You! This is the title of the encyclical or letter that Pope Francis published in May 2015. It focuses on care for the natural environment and all people, as well as broader questions of the relationship between God, humans, and the Earth. The encyclical’s subtitle, “Care for Our Common Home,” reinforces these key themes.  

For more information click on the link - https://adelaide.catholic.org.au/news-and-events/events-1 

Sacrament of Confirmation and First Holy Communion 
Join us at St Pius X Church on Sunday 2nd June at 2pm to celebrate with our children and their families.  The Archbishop will be in attendance with Fr John Sebastian along with the School Choir – all 41 children!