Dear Parents and Carers,

This Sunday, our Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, often known as Corpus Christi. It's a beautiful occasion for us to reflect on the incredible gift of the Eucharist – the real presence of Jesus Christ, truly present in the bread and wine consecrated at Mass. For our children, this feast is a wonderful opportunity to grow in their understanding and love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. It reminds us that Jesus remains with us, offering Himself as spiritual nourishment and a constant source of strength and comfort in our daily lives. As parents, we can help our children appreciate this profound mystery by participating actively in Mass, fostering reverence during Communion, and discussing the wonder of Jesus' enduring love for us.

The Feast of Corpus Christi also calls us to consider how we carry Christ's presence out into the world. Just as we receive His Body and Blood, we are called to become His Body in the world, living out His love, compassion, and generosity in our families and wider community. How important is this message of love and compassion at the moment in the midst of current conflicts in our world. May this special feast day fill our hearts and homes with a renewed sense of God's tangible love and inspire us to share that love with everyone we encounter.

Parent/Teacher meetings

Next week you will be able to access your child's Semester 1 Academic Report. We will let you know when these will be ready to access. In the following week, you will have the opportunity to meet with your child’s teacher to discuss aspects of your child's progress. Having teachers and parents working together can have significant positive impact on your child's growth in learning and faith. While a meeting can happen at any time during the year, you are strongly urged to book an appointment for a meeting. Details of how to book will be pushed out on Compass soon. Please note that meetings will be limited to 10 minutes. If this does not give you or the teacher enough time, you are welcome to schedule a follow up meeting. A Parent Feedback form will also be sent home to assist you in making some notes about the areas you would like to discuss in relation to the report.