ADOPT-A-COWBOY

A big thank you to our Adopt-a-Cowboy, Valentine Holmes, for spending time with Year 5D recently and participating in the group challenge. He spoke to the students about communication and looking out for each other, reinforcing our value of the week, gratitude.

RESILIENCE PROJECT

Happy Days

Paul Martin

In the readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, Jesus promises the disciples that the Holy Spirit will teach them everything and remind them of all he has said to them (John 14:23-29). At Confirmation, we learn of the gifts of the Holy Spirit that bequeath us with knowledge, understanding, wisdom, courage, right judgement, reverence and awe. Jesus asks us to let the Holy Spirit live in our hearts so we are close to God and filled with his peace and goodness.

This week at Holy Spirit we value generosity. Generosity has been described as: “ready to give freely, unselfish, free from smallness or pettiness of mind or character:” Generosity is simple, kind and readily available. It's about giving 100% even when you don't have to. It's about treating people the way you'd want to be treated. Everyone loves being around generous people. There is something so special about generous people that brings life, joy, empowerment and freedom into the atmosphere when they turn up. We can teach our children to live a life of generosity whether they are financially secure or not. They don’t have to wait to have an income and our generosity doesn’t have
to be limited by our income. The only thing that limits our generosity is
our mindset and our character.

Last weekend, students in the Holy Spirit Parish Sacramental Programme attended their final workshop followed by Mass. Students will receive the Confirmation and First Eucharist Sacraments on Monday 6th June at 6:30pm. The Mass will be presided by Bishop Tim. Please keep these students in your prayers.

Pentecost Sunday is the 5th of June. Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Charles Balvo, will join with Bishop Tim Harris at the Sacred Heart Cathedral. You’re invited to attend and meet Archbishop Balvo as he visits the Townsville Diocese for the first time since his appointment in January this year. All are welcome to join in the celebrations of Pentecost.

The Feast of Mary, Help of Christians is May 24th. Mary Help of Christians is the Patron Saint of Australia and also of the Townsville Diocese. When the Bishops of Australia met for their first synod, in 1844, they decided that under the title “Help of Christians”, Our Lady should become the Patroness of the Australian Church. Mary has long been recognised for her powerful role as intercessor to her Son, Jesus, for the needs of the faithful and their protection.

God Bless,

Caroline Fuller 

National Families Week

15th-21st May 2022

Students are invited to wear their Indigenous shirts on:

Thursday 26th May - Sorry Day 

Wednesday 1st June - National Reconciliation Week assembly

Friday 3rd June - Mabo Day 

Friday 24th June - NAIDOC Day 

In this edition of SchoolTV - HAPPINESS & GRATITUDE

Happiness is a term that captures a huge variety of positive emotions such as humour, serenity, optimism, joy, pride, inspiration, love and hope. Happiness means different things, to different people and is essential to your understanding of emotional literacy. Throughout history, philosophers, religious writers and poets have pondered on the meaning of happiness and how it might be achieved. In the last few decades, scientists and psychologists have researched this further by studying a field of science called positive psychology.

The result of this research suggests there is a strong correlation between gratitude and greater happiness. Practising gratitude helps you shift your focus to positive memories or experiences, noticing the good in your life. Over time, this will re-wire your brain to create new neural pathways, increase your state of happiness and overall wellbeing.

In this edition of SchoolTV, parents and care-givers will learn how to achieve happiness and the benefits of practising gratitude.

We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact your child’s teacher for further information or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to the Happiness & Gratitude edition of SchoolTV

https://hsstsv.catholic.schooltv.me/newsletter/happiness-gratitude

Holy Spirit Catholic School uses Flexischools ordering system.  To register, login or to place orders, please click this link:  

Flexischools

We are open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8am-8.25am at the hall.

Your support with donations of spreads (not nut based) and bread are needed and appreciated, due to the increase in children accessing the program.

Donations can be dropped off at Tuckshop.

Our school is taking part in the Wonder Recycling Rewards campaign.

Help us collect bread bags so we can earn points to redeem on new Sports equipment.  Bread bags can be dropped off to Prep B, see Mrs Connor.

For all further information needed, please see the attached flyer below.

STRENGTHS Workshop - Saturday 21 May

The STRENGTHS team will be facilitating a practical workshop for Defence dads in Townsville.

The workshop is designed to provide fathers/father figures with practical skills and mentoring to empower them to be strong role models, and to help them feel more connected and engaged within their family unit.

Where: Harry Cobby Centre, RAAF Base Townsville

When: Saturday 21 May, 8:45am-1pm.

Registration: Eventbrite – STRENGTHS Workshop

Mates 4 Mates - Online Trivia Night - Monday 30 May

On the last Monday of every month, join Mates4Mates for a fun game of trivia! Test your general knowledge in a friendly competition against your Mates. Learn, laugh and connect with other Mates. Family members are welcome to join as your team. The night will be themed with a special trivia category each month.

This activity will have a limited capacity, so if you would like to take part, you must RSVP.

If you are not an inducted Mates4Mates member and would like to take part, simply complete your Mates4Mates application online and our team will be in touch soon.

Where: Online

When: Monday 30 May 6:30pm-7:30pm

Registration: onlineactivity@mates4mates.org

Defence Families of Australia (DFA)

Defence Families of Australia (DFA) is the official body appointed by the Government to represent the views of Defence Families.

What we do:

• Inform the Government and Defence on the needs of ADF families (DFA team members are partners of current serving members)
• Advocate on behalf of families across a range of issues
• Provide a forum for families to raise issues and concerns
• Inform families on assistance and services available.

Do you need someone to advocate for you? Reach out to the Northern Queensland delegate:

Larissa Ostermann

Mobile: 0418 796 561

Email: nth.qld@dfa.org.au

Website: www.dfa.org.au

The Sallyman - Red Shield Defence Services

The Salvation Army Red Shield Defence Services (RSDS) in Australia provides the Australian Defence Forces with practical, emotional and spiritual support in difficult times, times of grief and in the everyday.

We support members and their families according to their needs. Whether it be a chat over a cuppa, a referral or a prayer, we want to be there.

Today the RSDS continues to be a presence in Australian military life, proudly serving those who serve.

NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK 27 May - 3 June

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.