DO YOU WANT TO FAST THIS LENT ?
- Fast from hurting words and say kind things.
- Fast from sadness and be filled with gratitude.
- Fast from anger and be filled with patience.
- Fast from pessimism and be filled with hope.
- Fast from worries and trust in God.
- Fast from complaints and contemplate simplicity.
- Fast from pressures and be prayerful.
- Fast from bitterness and fill your heart with joy.
- Fast from selfishness and be compassionate to others.
- Fast from grudges and be reconciled.
- Fast from words and be silent so you can listen
Words from Pope Francis
Wellbeing Hub
We have been very fortunate to be able to secure our school Social Worker, Mrs Jenny Biancotti for 2 days per week in 2024. With this increase in time, the school will be introducing a range of new wellbeing initiatives to support students social and emotional development. Mrs Biancotti has recently been trained in a fantastic Lego social skills program. As this is a very structured program, it is limited to a small group of students at a time. However, Mrs Biancotti will also offer a more general Lego Club on Wednesday lunchtimes, for any students with a passion for Lego and who are looking for an alternative playtime activity.
If there are any families who have unwanted Lego at home, donations would be very gratefully received and will be used in support of the lunchtime Lego Club. Please bring donations to the Admin Office.
Mrs Biancotti has created a relaxing and harmonious Wellbeing Hub, in the old meeting room off the school hall. Individual and Small group sessions will be held in the Wellbeing Hub with Jenny. If parents wish to make an appointment, they should email jenny.biancotti@cewa.edu.au or speak to your child’s classroom teacher.
Ronita is 22. She lives with her husband and two children in a barangay (local district) in Quezon City, which is situated in Metro Manila in the Philippines.
Ronita left school when she became pregnant as a teenager. This could have had a life-long impact on her ability to find work and provide for her family but, thankfully, she heard about the Alternative Learning System (ALS) program run by the Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ), Caritas Australia’s local partner in the Philippines.
Congratulations to the following OLGC students who have been successful in their sporting activities:
Angus Hunter, Year 5 - from Sorrento Surf Club qualified for U11 Ironman
Jake Morarty, Year 5 from Scarborogh Surf Club qualified for U11 individual board race
They both competed against 70 other competitors in their age group from around Western Australia to qualify for one of the 24 places available at the Nippers State Championships on March 9th and 10th. Angus and Jake will also compete for their respective clubs in the teams events at the States.
Keeley Lloyd, Year 5 - came 1st for the 400g javelin at Zones, State qualifiers, with a pb of 19.61m💪 representing Karrinyup Little Athletics and Hamersley Athletics clubs.
She will now compete at State Championships on the 9th of March, where she will be hoping to match her results of a silver medal at the state Relay Championships in December 2023.
1st Sunday of Lent
Parish Priest: Rev Fr Bernard Lanarolle
bernard.lanarolle@perthcatholic.org.au
Deacon: Gregory Lowe greg.lowe@perthcatholic.org.au Parish Office 19 Phillips Grove, Innaloo Parish office phone: 9446 1666
innaloo.karrinyup@perthcatholic.org.au
www.innalookarrinyup.perthcatholic.org.au
1st Sunday of Lent Reflection:
Genesis sets forth a challenge to us to be the voice for the Earth and all nature when greed and indifference cause people, companies and governments to harm and drain Earth’s resources. God, we hear today, is concerned for “the earth…and all living things.”
So we ask ourselves:
• What can I do this Lent to take God’s side in loving and caring for “all living things?”
• How shall I foster this loving care for creation in my family and friends?
Why Lent ?
In the early Church Lent originated as a time of repentance for those preparing for baptism. Having experienced the call to conversion, those seeking initiation into the Christian community resolved to turn away from sin and embrace a gospel life. They were baptized at the Easter Vigil. Today, the six week period of Lent is a time of repentance and renewal for the whole Church. It is a time when we prayerfully take stock of our lives, turn away from all lifestyle habits that contradict the Gospel and renew our commitment to Christ and each other.
Baptism
We welcome Sebastian Paul Derek Kiel, son of David and Gemma Kiel into our parish community. Sebastian will be baptised this weekend. May God continue to bless the Kiel family
Stations of the Cross:
Fridays of Lent Beginning Friday 16 February - 6pm at St Dominic’s and 7pm at OLGC
The Journey of Forgiveness
During the season of Lent, as part of our preparation for Easter, we are going to explore “The Journey of Forgiveness”. You are encouraged to join us each
Pilgrimage to Shrines of Italy
Come walk in the Footsteps of St Francis, on an 11 day Pilgrimage to the Shrines of Italy from 3-13 Nov 2024. Visit St Mary of the Angel in Assisi, Church of San Francesco, Lanciano (Eucharistic Miracle Church). Visit the Shrine of San Padre Pio and his uncorruptible body. We will also be going to Rome to visit the Vatican and St Peters Basilica. Full Board cost is $6518 for 25 paying persons. For the itinerary and booking form, do whatsapp us or call us at 0433 771 979 (Sheila) or 0402 290 827 (Veronica). Email: info@anawimjourneys.com
Safeguarding Officers
St Dominic’s - Isabelle Brewer 0459 537 045
OLGC - Dr Rina Cercarelli (PhD) 0413 835 852
- Parents entering the staff carpark with their vehicle to drop off and pick up children
- Cars parked across the footpath on Miles Street
- Vehicles not giving way to children crossing outside the church drive-through
We do not want to have to engage the services of the CoS Rangers, however, we will be obliged to do this for the safety of our students if parents fail to adhere to safe driving and parking practices.
