‘I am the true vine…’  In Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus compares himself to a vine and we, the branches which bear the fruit of his love.  Jesus is living and working in our lives, in our thoughts, our actions and our words by asking us to be kind and loving, ready to forgive, honest and generous.  We are his body on Earth reaching out to others in love.  

This week at Holy Spirit we value service.  Service, by definition, means doing something for others.  The motive for our service is supposed to be love.  Our love for God is proved in our love for others, so the quality of our service is a direct reflection of our love for others.  This week we pray for our students and family members to continue their kind acts towards others to have a positive influence on those around them.

Saturday 1 May - FEAST OF SAINT JOSEPH THE WORKER 

We celebrate two feast days for Joseph:  March 19 for Joseph the Husband of Mary and May 1 for Joseph the Worker.  Saint Joseph is the model for all who work, because in his humble and simple work as a carpenter, he cared for the holy family and provided for the needs of Mary and Jesus.  Through Saint Joseph, we can learn the importance of diligence and faithfulness in our daily life and work.

MAY, THE MONTH OF MARY:  By tradition, the Catholic Church dedicates each month of the year to a certain devotion.  In May, it is the Blessed Virgin Mary.  This devotion arose among Jesuits in Rome in the late 18th century and quickly spread throughout the Western Church.  By the time of Pope Pius IX's declaration of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in 1854, it had become universal.  There are several Marian feast days in May in honour of Mary, including Our Lady of Fatima, Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament (13th May), and Feast of Mary Help of Christians (24th May) and Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary (31st May).

God bless.

Caroline Fuller

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We are open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8am in the Hall.

Your support with donations of bread, spreads, vegemite, jam etc. (excluding peanut based spreads) would be appreciated.  

Not open Friday this week due to the Fun Run. 

ANZAC Day .... a day to remember the landing at Gallipoli.  Dawn services were attended all over Townsville and within the district which stirred all of us.  Many of our students marched alongside our Veterans in the Parade stepping off from Strand Park and ending up at ANZAC Park.  Our students did us proud by marching in step and having their uniforms spic and span. 

Last Wednesday during our morning tea activity some of our defence students paused to remember this special day.  Here are some lovely photos to share.... 

Webinar: Teaching young people about healthy relationships

Skill-builder Guide: Relating

We learn many basic communication and conflict resolution skills within our family. We take these skills into the school ground, the workplace, and into our own families and all our future relationships. It’s therefore worth reflecting on the type of communication and problem-solving skills that are on display in your family. 

This guide includes communication and conflict resolution skills to teach your children that will help them maintain healthy relationships not just within your family, but also with other people.

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All uniform supplies are available at The School Locker, Domain Central (close to Bunnings).

Phone 1800 826 155

The School Locker

Uniform days for students:

Monday and Wednesday - Formal uniform
Tuesday and Thursday - Sports uniform
Friday - own choice
Senior shirts may be worn on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

If your child is going to be absent, please enter the details through Compass, as this is the most efficient way to inform the school.