Last weekend’s Gospel reminds us of God’s unfailing love for each of us. The image of the Good Shepherd is one of my favourite images of God – a loving shepherd who knows each of us deeply. What a beautifully timed Gospel passage for Mother’s Day!

I always say that my mum is the closest image of God that I will ever know. Her patience, calmness, love, generosity and peaceful presence radiate God’s goodness in our family. Our mums here at Saint Pius X do the same. I see this when I’m on yard duty before and after school - the excitement the children exude when mums come to pick them up is truly beautiful. Mums, I hope your special day was filled with love, joy and peace. You are loved not only by your family, but by our whole community. I thank you for all you do.

On Saturday 25^th May, our Year 4 students will be celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation at Saint Pius X Church. Please continue to keep them in your prayers during this time. I remind families of these students that the ‘Confirmation Card’ must be returned to school by next Wednesday, 22^nd May.

On Tuesday 21^st May, we celebrate the Feast of Saint Eugene DeMazenod – the founder of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate. We are blessed to have the “Oblates” ministering in our parish and thank them for the wonderful work they continue to do. We will be celebrating with a whole school Mass in the Hall at 11:30am on this day. All members of our school and parish community are welcome to join us for this special feast day. 

I pray that the week ahead brings many blessings for you all.