OUR CATHOLIC LIFE & IDENTITY:
Prayer for Pope Francis
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the gift of Pope Francis,
the shepherd You have chosen to lead and guide Your Church.
Bless him with strength, wisdom, and courage
as he continues to serve with humility, compassion, and joy.
May the Holy Spirit inspire his words and actions,
and may he always feel the love and prayers of the faithful around the world.
Keep him safe and in good health,
and may his leadership bring peace, unity, and hope to all.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Prayer for Mothers and Mother Figures
Loving God,
We thank You today for the gift of mothers and all who show us a mother’s love.
For the mothers who gave us life,
for those who have nurtured us, guided us, and stood beside us—
We give thanks.
Bless all mothers with strength, patience, and joy.
Comfort those who are missing their mothers today,
those who long to be mothers,
and those who care for children not their own.
We thank You for grandmothers, aunties, carers, teachers, and all mother figures—
women who give of themselves with kindness, wisdom, and grace.
May they feel appreciated, uplifted, and deeply loved.
May Mary, the mother of Jesus, be their model and guide.
And may we all show gratitude and love to the women who shape our lives.
Amen.
Year 6 Confirmation Commitment Mass
On Sunday 4 May, 28 year 6 students were officially welcomed into the Parish of Lumen Christi as they began their program in preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. The students and their families enjoyed a lovely morning tea after mass and a chance to play. Please continue to keep these students in your prayers.
GSFM ANZAC Liturgy
Good Samaritan respectfully recognised our fallen soldiers at our school liturgy which was prepared by 4 Blue and Mrs Vazey. Your thoughtful readings, prayers, and reflections helped us to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of all those who have served our country.
City of Wollongong RSL Sub Branch Schools ANZAC Service
Year 6 represented the Good Samaritan Community at the City of Wollongong RSL Sub Branch Schools ANZAC Service on Friday 2 May at the Cenotaph at Wollongong. A special thank you to Ronny who read the Prayer For Peace, Braxton and Zoe who carried the wreath and Nyomi, Patti and Sofia who sang in the combined choir. We were very proud of the reverence and respect that our year 6 students showed throughout the ceremony.
Natalie Shelley
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