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Dear Parents and Friends of St Mary’s,
We have been busy preparing for the Yarram Agricultural Show this Saturday, November 19th. The students have prepared some creative and original pieces of artwork and magnificent handwriting, ready to be judged this Friday.
I hope you can make it to the show to visit the display in the wool pavilion and celebrate all the creativity on offer. I would like to thank Jo, Tracey and Sharon for all their assistance in the organisation and set-up of the student's work.
Next Tuesday, November 22nd, we welcome our Prep students for 2023 in our orientation morning from 9 am to 12 pm. We are excited to spend time with the newest members of our St Mary’s family as they enjoy activities within the Junior Learning Space.
Tonight we come together for the Sacrament of Reconciliation with our two candidates, Macy Sampson and Mia Labajo. We look forward to celebrating this ceremony with them and sharing their Sacramental journey.
Kind Regards,
Maria
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
TERM 4
NOVEMBER
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18th 12:00 pm Grade 6 Transition Hot Lunch orders to be in by 9:00 |
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22nd Prep Orientation |
23rd | 24th |
25th Hot Lunch orders to be in by 9:00 |
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28th 9:00 - 9:30 Advent Liturgy led by Junior classroom |
29th Prep Orientation |
30th |
DECEMBER
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2nd Colour Fun Run! Click to view poster Hot Lunch orders to be in by 9:00 |
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5th Swim & Survive - whole school 2:30 pm liturgy led by Grades 3/4 |
6th Prep Orientation Swim & Survive - whole school |
7th Swim & Survive - whole school Grade 6 Fun Day Out |
8th Swim & Survive - whole school Grade 6 Graduation Dinner |
9th Swim & Survive - whole school. Sausage Sizzle lunch provided. |
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12th Bike Ed Grade 3/4 9:00 am Advent Liturgy led by Grades 5/6
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13th Bike Ed Grade 3/4 Grade 2 & 4 Transition Grade 6 Transition Orientation YSC |
14th Bike Ed Grade 3/4 9:30 am End of Year Mass |
15th Bike Ed Grade 3/4 |
16th Hot Lunch orders to be in by 9:00 Last Day of Term for Students. |
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21st End of Term 4 |
Happy Birthday to Hudson Roberts, who celebrates his birthday tomorrow (18th November), we hope you have a wonderful day!
ery person's eyes, especially in the eyes of those who suffer because of mean words.This is the Final Book Club for this year, orders are due back by Friday, 2nd December 2022. We would like to thank you for supporting our school through your Book Club orders.
We collect points from every order that enables us to buy more books for our school library.
Our gorgeous Keepsake Tea Towels are still available for purchase. They make lovely presents and are a precious memento of the school year.
REMEMBRANCE DAY
"We don't know them all, but we owe them all."
On 11th November, we had a Remembrance Day Liturgy, run by the Grade 3/4 students, to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who gave up their lives to defend our country and to honour their memories.
Religious News: St. Mary’s Yarram Mass Proforma
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Date: 17th of November 2022 |
Celebrant: Father Antony |
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Class: Whole School |
Teacher: Whole School |
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Mass of the Day/Theme: Neighbours |
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Introduction: Olivia Welcome to our Mass on Neighbours. Who is our neighbour? Pope Francis says that we can become a neighbour to any needy person that we meet, so long as our heart has the capacity to suffer with that person. We need to be able to truly feel their pain. Jesus says “This is my neighbour, he or she is a person, any person who needs me.” These are our neighbours. Please stand for the opening hymn Entrance Hymn: We are God’s Hands |
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Prayer to introduce Penitential Rite (Priest): Let us search our hearts for the times when we have not made the best choices in our lives and hurt others. |
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Penitential Rite: Lord, you made all people in your image. Lord, have mercy. Lord, you call us to live in peace. Christ, have mercy. Lord, you bring all the nations into your kingdom. Lord, have mercy. |
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Prayer to conclude Penitential Rite (Priest): May almighty God, have mercy on us, forgive us our sins, and bring us to everlasting life. |
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Opening Prayer (Priest): Let us pray. Lord, you made all people equal in dignity and called us as your children. May the gifts of peace and justice reign in our hearts as we seek to share your love with others. We ask this through Christ the Lord.
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Liturgy of the Word |
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First Reading |
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Reader: Lyla |
Scripture Reference: Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18 Reconcile differences) |
A reading from the book of Leviticus
The Lord told Moses to say to the community of Israel, “Be holy, because I, the Lord your God, am holy.
“Do not bear a grudge against anyone, but settle your differences with him, so that you will not commit a wrong because of him. Do not take revenge on anyone or continue to hate him, but love your neighbour as you love yourself. I am the Lord.”
The word of the Lord.
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Responsorial Psalm |
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Reader: Mia, Grace and Alice |
Psalm/Response: Psalm 145:1-3 We sing of the kindness of God. |
Response: We sing of the kindness of God.
I will proclaim your greatness, my God and King;
I will thank you forever and ever.
Response
Every day I will thank you;
I will praise you for ever and ever.
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The Lord is great and is to be highly praised;
his greatness is beyond understanding.
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Second Reading (If applicable) No |
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Scripture Reference:
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Gospel Acclamation |
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Reader: Ivy |
Please stand to welcome the Gospel
Alleluia, Alleluia! “You must love your neighbour as yourself,” says the Lord. Alleluia!
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Gospel Father Antony |
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Scripture Reference: Luke 10:29-37 (The Good Samaritan) A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke. A teacher of the Law wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “Who is my neighbour?” Jesus answered, “There was once a man who was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho when robbers attacked him, stripped him, beat him up, leaving him half dead. It so happened that a priest was going down the road; but when he saw the man, he went on by, on the other side. In the same way a Levite also came along, went over and looked at the man, but then walked on by, on the other side. But a Samaritan who was travelling that way came upon the man, and when he saw him, his heart was filled with pity. He went over to him, poured oil and wine on his wounds and bandaged them; then he put the man on his own animal and took him to an inn, where he took care of him. The next day he took out two silver coins and gave them to the innkeeper. “Take care of him,’ he told the innkeeper ‘and when I come back this way I will pay you whatever else you spend on him.” And Jesus concluded, “In your opinion, which one of these three acted like a neighbour towards the man attacked by robbers?” The teacher of the Law answered, “The one who was kind to him.” Jesus replied, “You go, then, and do the same.” The Gospel of the Lord. |
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Homily: Father |
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Prayers of the Faithful |
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Introduction to prayers of the Faithful (Priest): As sons and daughters of God, let us pray for everyone who is in need. |
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Reader: Saanvi
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Dear God, We pray for all your children. That they may live at peace with each other. Lord, hear us. |
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Reader: Addy
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Dear God, Help us to always remember your message of love and welcome all. Lord, hear us. |
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Reader: Ellie
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Lord, we give thanks for our families and friends. May we also remember to respect and care for everyone.
Lord, hear us. |
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Reader: Arlin |
Lord, help us to embrace the differences in each other and learn from each other.
Lord, hear us. |
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Reader: Seth |
Lord, let us remember to be like the Samaritan and be kind to others. Lord, hear us. |
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Conclusion to prayers of the faithful (Priest): Father, we ask you to listen to these prayers which we make for our neighbours and give us strength to show your love to everyone. We ask this through Christ the Lord.
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Liturgy of the Eucharist |
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Procession of Gifts |
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Who: Mia and Macy |
Hymn: Gifts |
Prayer over the Gifts:
Father, be close to our neighbours and through these gifts bring all people closer to you and each other.
We ask this through Christ the Lord.
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Eucharistic Prayer for Children II |
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Lord’s Prayer: |
Said |
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Lamb of God: |
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Communion Hymns |
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Reflection after Communion |
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A blessing for Mia and Macy. |
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Prayer after Communion and final Blessing (Priest): Let us pray. Father, may this Holy Communion truly be a sign of our union as brothers and sister and may it bring peace to our world. We ask this through Christ the Lord.
Dismissal: Go in peace to bring the love of Christ to everyone you meet. |
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Recessional Hymn: Rainbow |
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Other Items: |
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Altar Servers: Skekina, Lilly and Bianca |
Eucharistic Ministers: Anthony |
SCHOOL TV - SPECIAL REPORT: BULLYING
Online bullying can have a much greater impact and be far more difficult to deal with. Online bullies can engage in inappropriate behaviours 24/7 and invade a young person's home environment where they should feel safe.
Please click to view the full report
Many in our school community continue to face financial challenges from the effects of of the pandemic.
We are committed to supporting families experiencing financial challenges through our School Fee Concession programs, and encourage any parent/carer/guardian experiencing difficulties to contact us regarding fee assistance.
Please contact Deborah at disemann@stmyarram.catholic.edu.au to explore confidential financial support arrangements or to obtain further information.
YARRAM COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLS
The Yarram co
mbined churches Christmas Carols concert will be on Sunday, 11th December at 7:00 pm. We would love for all our students to participate on stage, please let us know if your child will not be able to make it on the evening.
