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Gospel Reflection Luke 9:51-62
‘Once the hand is laid on the plough, no one who looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.’
This week’s Gospel tells of a conversation Jesus has with three of his disciples. They pledge to follow Him but only after they attend to other things first. Jesus rebukes these disciples, and reminds them that once they have made the decision to follow Him, anyone who looks back is not yet ready for the Kingdom of God. Jesus comes across as harsh here, but really He is only asking of these disciples what He asks of Himself; an unconditional commitment to God’s work. Jesus knows the demands of discipleship, but the disciples He is speaking with do not yet understand. He is asking them to consider if this is what they want, as once they decide to make following Him the central mission of their lives, they cannot look back.
Whilst this may seem extreme for modern day discipleship, there is a message in this Gospel about priorities. How are we prioritising our faith, our beliefs and what we truly value? In the busyness of our lives, the things that pull at our attention and time, combined with the distractions that can often make up our down time, can make ensuring that our faith, beliefs and values are a priority difficult. Our Archbishop Christopher Prowse, often says that ‘if you’re too busy to pray, then you’re too busy.’ This quote, and this Gospel, at its heart, is inviting us to examine our priorities, to reflect and ask ourselves, what is taking up our time? What is pulling our attention back and away from the ‘plough,’ and how can we find ways to look forward?
First Eucharist 2022
Congratulations to our candidates who are making their first Eucharist this coming weekend at our Parish Masses. The candidates and their families attended a reflection evening last Tuesday night to make final preparations to receive this Sacrament. Please pray for our students making their First Eucharist this weekend, and their families, as they make this next step in their faith journeys.
St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal
Thank you to Mel Harding and her team of helpers for their work organising this week's Special Lunch orders to raise money for the Winter Appeal. Our next fundraiser will be our Winter Woolies Day on Thursday 30th June, where students can wear their favourite Winter Woolies (favourite jumper, hoodie or oodies) in exchange for a donation of much needed supplies for the Vinnies Night Patrol van. We welcome donations of:
- Non-perishable food
- Blankets
- Gloves
- Socks
- Jackets
- Beanies
- Sleeping bags
Donations may be brought in ahead of the day and given to your child’s classroom teacher or the front office. Your generous support of this worthy cause is very much appreciated.
Please note - Merit Awards will be handed out at NEXT Friday's morning assembly.
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KA |
Jacob Bourke |
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1 B |
Ilija Rajak |
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2 J |
Fergus Daly |
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3/4 CA |
Andrew Doszpot |
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3/4 P |
Harrison Cameron |
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5/6 J |
Ella Kim Torres |
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5/6 P |
Rhys Kelly-Allred |
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Italian |
Harry Miles |
Thank you for your support for the Trivia Night held last Friday. It was a great night, we were so happy to see so many parents having a wonderful night and enjoy each other's company.
We appreciate the donated prizes from the following SJV Families and supporters of our school.
The Seivers Family. -
Cross Fit Woden
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Take the next step in your journey to a better lifestyle.
Choku Bai Jo sells produce from producers that are at the markets as well as producers not able to make the markets. The goal of the shop is to give farmers another outlet for their fresh produce while making it easier for the public to access fresh produce direct from the growers.
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd
We’re driven by a passion to connect people with faster, fresher quality food. In doing this, we’ve become a leader in the food-technology space, achieving industry firsts in drone delivery, app ordering, voice assistants, artificial intelligence and augmented reality. We’re committed to constantly enhancing our customer's lives and continually improving and innovating our product, our people and our technology to make sure our customers receive a world class experience.
Shop 3
19 Trenerry Street,
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We also would like to acknowledge all the families and staff that contributed prizes to the Trivia Night. Without your support events like the Trivia Night cannot go ahead.
Finally a huge thank you to the wonderful parents of year 5 and 6 that organised the Trivia Night. A fantastic joint effort that was an awesome night to kick off having events being held at the school again.
Thank you.
Term 1 Week 10 Notes
Athletics Carnival Lunch order NoteTerm 2 Week 1 Notes
2022 Winter Tuckshop Menu available on our website and through QKR to order.
Term 2 Week 2
No notes sent home this week
Term 2 Week 3
New Date 2022 Athletics Carnival Note
Term 2 Week 4
SJV GOES TO HOLLYWOOD TRIVIA NIGHT 2022
Directors Letter to Parents Protected Industrial Action
Term 2 Week 5
Industrial Action Friday 27th May 2022
. Email sent home Tuesday 24th May advising Industrial Action planned will not affect SJV students. Our school will be operating regular classes on Friday.
Term 2 Week 6
No Notes sent home this week.
Term 2 Week 7
2022 Boorowa Touch Netball Competition 8 June 2022
Term 2 Week 8
What's coming up and when:
| Every Monday | Day change for Sports Day |
| Every Friday | Sports Day |
| Friday 10th June |
Pupil Free Day |
| Tuesday 28th June |
Reports available on Compass |
| Thursday 30th June |
Industrial Action - more details to follow Week 10 Final Day to bring in donations for the St Vincent de Paul 'Winter Appeal'. Warm blankets, coats, scarves, gloves, Milo, coffee and tea would be greatly appreciated. |
| Friday 1st July |
Pupil Free Day Last day of term 2. Happy Holidays |
| Tuesday 19th July |
First Day of Term 3 |
Year 3/4 had an amazing excursion to Lanyon Homestead, immersing themselves in the lives of the convicts. We started our time by visiting the historic 'Scar Tree' and learning about how the First Nations People used the land. Then children then assumed their convict identity, receiving a linen shirt and a convict identity. The convicts came under the charge of Mr Wright and his overseer Mr Locker and together they assembled sheep hurdles, ploughed garden beds, hauled water and measured grain.
Happy Birthday Hamish H, Emmanuel C, Adrian M
Although the P-2 part of the athletics carnival was cancelled today, the preschool children enjoyed some special sporting activities and games at the local ‘fallen tree park’ and of course they enjoyed their special lunch orders. Thank you to Katrina Howden in the canteen and her volunteers for making these special days possible. This afternoon we were also lucky to have Ryka, an indigenous performer visit the ELC to discuss aspects of indigenous culture and dances.
Mr Peter Rodda, principal of St John Vianney’s, visited the Turtle class last week. He was our special Mystery Reader, he read us Room on the Broom.
Reports and Portfolios
The children’s reports and portfolios have all been sent home. We hope you enjoy reflecting on your child’s learning journey this semester. Could you please take the time to complete the feedback sheet and return the portfolio to school before the end of term. Thank you for taking the time to meet with your child’s teacher on-line or in person.
2023 ELC enrolments
We have had an overwhelming demand for Preschool places for 2023. Letters of offer will be emailed mid next week.
Karen Leighton - St Jude's Early Learning Centre
Phone: +61262875520
Email: karen.leighton@cg.catholic.edu.au
SJV Tuckshop is open Wednesday & Friday. Orders can be made online via Qkr! A copy of the Menu and Qkr! instructions can be found on the Tuckshop Webpage.
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Term 2 Tuckshop Roster
2nd Revised Term 2 Canteen Volunteer Roster 2022
Friday 24th June
Karli
Wednesday 29th June
Ellen
Friday 1st July
No Canteen - (Pupil Free Day)
The Term 3 Roster will be available at the beginning of next term.
Please remember to bring your WWVP- (Working with Vulnerable People) card with you.
You can apply for the card via Access Canberra: https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/s/article/working-with-vulnerable-people-wwvp-registration-tab-how-to-apply
WINTER Canteen Menu is available here and on our website. 2022 Winter Tuckshop Menu
Please contact the Front Office or Mel or simply fill in the Canteen Volunteer Note to let us know you are able to help and when.
Mel Harding
Canteen Manager
melanie.harding@cg.catholic.edu.au
