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Dear Parents and Carers,
Henry Lawson Festival - School Play
As part of the Henry Lawson Festival Play Day, our talented students put a hilarious twist on the classic tale of Snow White. The performance was exceptional and entailed three catchy songs that were very aligned with the Festival theme of ‘Kindness.’ We would like to thank all staff, and especially Mrs Green for all their behind the scenes work!
Thank you also to everyone who joined us for the joyful celebration of talent and teamwork!
Henry Lawson Festival - Parade
Winter well and truly greeted us at the Henry Lawson Festival this year. Thank you to the students,
parents and staff who supported this important community event. In addition to your assistance in kitting the children out in warm superhero costumes, the maypole and bright colours captured onlookers and was a great representation of the unity and kindness in our school community. We trust everyone enjoyed the spectacle of the parade.
Public Speaking Reminder
After the success of the students in the Henry Lawson Drama Day, the annual Public Speaking Competition will build upon this confidence as the children share their own ideas on the topics below:
Year 3
If animals could talk, what would they say?
Year 4
A much needed invention
Year 5
What would I do with a time machine?
Year 6
What mistakes teach us?
The children are busy writing their speeches and will be presenting them to their class on Wednesday the 2nd of July. It would be very helpful for the children to practise at home if the time permits.
Finalists will be chosen from each year group and these children will present their speeches at the “School Speak Offs” at St Joseph's on Wednesday the 30th July.
We cannot wait to hear the speeches!
Western Region Athletics
On Wednesday our students were presented with their ribbons from the School Athletics Carnival.
It was lovely to see the students congratulated for their efforts. We would like to extend a congratulations to our Age Champions -
Jnr Girl - Alexandra M
Jnr Boy - Luke B
11 Yrs Girl - Arabella B
11 Yrs Boy - Aidan M
Snr Girl - Emily P
Snr Boy - Charlie K
The Western Region Athletics Carnival to be held on Friday 20th June 2025, at Gus Smith Oval, 51 Willawong Street, Young
Last week a letter went home with each student selected and the events they have been selected in.
If you are not planning to attend, please let Cindy Washbrook know before Friday 13th June.
The carnival will commence at 9:15am sharp with a manager’s meeting and the first event scheduled to begin at 9.30am. A schedule of events is also enclosed in the compass event.
A nomination fee of $10.00 per competitor will be required to be paid to the front office.
A full canteen will be operating on the day, and a menu and price list will be sent out closer to the carnival.
The back-up date is 24th June 2025
Please ensure consent is provided via Compass.
We wish all our competitors the best of luck!
School Community Council
School Community Council Meeting – Wednesday 18th June
The next School Community Council is scheduled for this coming Wednesday at 5:00 pm in the Library. All parents and carers are invited to attend this meeting. The focus of the meeting will be to discuss upcoming events. We hope to see you there!
Andrew Chinn Concert
What a treat! Last Friday we had the renowned Andrew Chinn visit and work with a group of interested choir students in which were then part of a whole school performance in the Library. Andrew sang many uplifting songs and had students, teachers and parents on the edge of their seats. We thank Andrew for visiting us, and all parents who were able to join us!
Assembly
Next Friday (20th June) at 2:40pm we will have our usual
school assembly in the library. However, this assembly is going to be a little different as it will be run by our wonderful K/1 children. Where they will be presenting some of their class work and performing a special song. All community members are welcome to come along.
Welcome Alexander Brown
Congratulations to the Brown family on the safe arrival of their new addition, Alexander. Archer is a proud big sister. We hope Alexander is settling into family life well!
Warm Regards,
Danielle McFarlane and Chelsea Harveyson
The Believers were in a room when they heard a powerful wind, and it filled the whole house. Tongues of fire touched each person, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. They began to talk in foreign languages and people from every nation could understand.’
John 14: 15-16, 23-26
This excerpt from the Gospel of John recounts the coming of the Holy Spirit to Jesus’ disciples. This event is celebrated by Catholics worldwide on Pentecost Sunday which occurred over the long weekend.
The word Pentecost is derived from the Greek word for ’50 days’. Pentecost occurs fifty days after Easter celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection from his death. It is said to be the birthday of the Catholic Church as it was from this time that the disciples began to go forth and spread the good news of Jesus.
At the time, Jewish folk were also marking a special festival called ‘Shavuot’. Shavuot celebrates the wheat harvest and the anniversary of the giving of the Ten Commandments to Moses at Mt Sinai. Jewish people and others from many different nations would have been gathered to celebrate this special time.
The disciples, with the help and strength of the Holy Spirit, were able to talk to these people from different nations, spreading the good news.
We also celebrated an important festival over the long weekend-The Henry Lawson Festival. People come from far and wide to celebrate this special time in Grenfell.
I was reminded of the disciples at Pentecost, going forth and spreading the good news of Jesus’ special teachings when I witnessed St Joseph’s students and teachers marching in The Henry Lawson Festival parade with their special message that we at St Joseph’s try to live by: ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.’ It is important for us always to show others the good news of Jesus’ teaching through our actions and treatment of others.
Prayer
Dear God, help me to live out the Gospel message of 'do to others as you would have them do to you' in my daily life. May my actions reflect the love and compassion of Jesus, and may my words inspire others to share in His good news. Open my eyes to opportunities to share the Gospel and give me courage and wisdom to speak with clarity and love. In Jesus' name,
Amen
Warm regards,
Loyola Best
Religious Education Coordinator (Acting)
Parish News: SACRAMENTS of Eucharist (16th, 23rd and 30th June-4 p.m. School Library) and Confirmation in 2025 (see below)
Next Week’s Readings: Feast of the Most Holy Trinity: Proverbs 8: 22-31; Psalm 8; Romans 5: 1-5; John 16: 12-15.
The Canberra Goulburn Rugby Union trials were held in Canberra on the 3rd of June. Congratulations to Charlie K who has have been selected in the Canberra Goulburn team to play at the MacKillop Trials in Forbes on the 29th & 30th of June. What a great achievement, we wish you all the luck & look forward to hearing about your experience.
Week 8 Updates
K/1 Library will take place on Thursday 19th June
2/3/4 Library will take place on Monday 16th June.
Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
Kind regards
Loyola Best
