Getting to Know St Benedict

Saint Benedict lived in the beginning of the 6th century, but his teachings are still relevant to this very day.  Saint Benedict’s life was marked by education, prayer, penitence and miracles, even during his own lifetime. The Benedictine Rule, the rule Benedict wrote for his monks, is still referred to today. The most famous phrase from this rule is “Ora et Labora” (Prayer and Work), which together with the principle of hospitality (meaning that all are welcomed), were the basis of the monastic lifestyle in Monte Cassino.

Celebrating All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day

In the Catholic tradition, November is traditionally a month of remembrance of the dead. The month begins with the Solemnity of All Saints on 1 November and the Commemoration of the All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day), on 2 November. While no longer holy days of obligation in Australia, the Church has consistently encouraged prayers for the faithful departed and, during November, a list of the names of the dead is usually placed in the church so that the community can remember them in prayer. 

All Saints Masses | Wednesday 1 November

St Francis Xavier Cathedral: 7am & 12.10pm

All Souls Masses | Thursday 2 November

St Francis Xavier Cathedral: 7am & 12.10pm

St Brigid’s: 9.30am

To have Mass offered for your deceased relatives, friends, and benefactors, please print their names clearly on an envelope. Names will be published in the book of the dead. You can get envelopes at the church doors and parish office or visit our website at: lumenchristi.org.au/NovemberMass

Mini Vinnies Christmas Appeal

Hamper Donations

As a school community, we will be collecting non-perishable food items from the list below. Donations are due by Friday 17 November (Week 6)

Christmas Mufti Friday 24 November

Students and teachers are encouraged to come to school dressed in your green, white and red Christmas clothes. Students will be asked to contribute a gold coin donation. This money will be used to add to hampers or buy small gifts such as soft toys, books, or beach towels.

Christmas Cards of Hope Lunchtime Club 

Each Tuesday in Weeks 4-8 students are invited to join the Mini Vinnies team in the STEM ROOM to make Christmas Cards that will be added into the hampers. Students are to bring their pencil cases with scissors and glue.

There is lots to look forward to at this time of year and Miss Rae, Mrs Apolloni and The Mini Vinnies team thank you for your support.