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Dear parents and carers
Our school was honoured to welcome guests this week from various sectors. We hosted representatives from Catholic Education Brisbane, and colleagues from St. Benedict's Mango Hill, who came all the way from Queensland to see our teachers in action!
In continuing our efforts to solidify our K-12 Catholic Pathway, Dr. Craig Wattam and Ms. Kathleen Garvie spoke to staff about the exciting changes occurring in teaching and learning at St John Paul II College. Their insightful discussions with our staff shed light on the imminent changes, and paved the way for collaborative efforts ahead.
Yesterday we hosted Mr. James Milligan MLA, and as I took him on a tour of our school, he was so impressed with the academic climate in our classrooms and the superb practices of our teachers.
I would personally like to thank all our amazing staff members for showcasing their professional practice to our visitors.
We cannot underestimate the impact of Constable Kenny Koala who also visited this week to teach our children about the benefits of staying safe in our community.
Community and Parish engagement remains a top priority at Good Shepherd. We met with representatives from the Parish community garden last week to commence discussions with Parish gardening advisors and Year 6 students, to develop new planting and composting opportunities and foster a sense of environmental responsibility and stewardship among our students.
The enrolment period has commenced for the month of May! This presents an excellent opportunity for prospective families to experience the vibrant atmosphere of our school and learn more about the exceptional educational opportunities we offer. Spread the word and invite friends and family to join us on the next open day, Monday 13th May.
As we approach Mother's Day, we eagerly anticipate our annual Mother's Day Breakfast on Friday morning the 10th May. It's a time to honour and celebrate the incredible mothers and mother figures within our community. Please join us for this wonderful event.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the Good Shepherd community. Together, we are creating a nurturing and enriching environment for all our students to thrive.
Good wishes
Trazel
This week’s readings are all about Chapter 15 of John’s Gospel and speaks of Jesus’ great love for his disciples and for all of us.
9 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you. 17 This is my command: Love each other.
Wow, Jesus really set the standard for love. There is no greater sacrifice than to lay down one’s life for those they love. Even though our love is a human love, with limitations, conditions, judgements, mistakes, and best efforts, Jesus loves us anyway. In fact, he calls us to be his friends. As his friends, Jesus encourages and challenges us to stretch our love to the limits; to love as openly and faithfully as he, to make that transformative and profound difference in the lives of others.
So, while our love may not be a perfect love, let us put our trust in God, knowing that all we are is enough, believing as he does, that we are more than worthy. Then let us embrace our responsibility to answer God’s call – to love with all we can and to pave the way to salvation for all.
In our Parish bulletin this weekend there was a wonderful reminder about God’s love for us. “Our Lord never stops loving us, even when we forget to love him. But we don’t have to forget. We can do something to help us remember. When we get up in the morning, thank the Lord for his gift of a new day. Thank him for all the good things you’re going to enjoy this day. Ask him to help you through any rough times the day might bring. Your prayer will remind you to love the Lord and trust in his love for you. That’s a great way to start your day!” www.gpbs.com.au
Let us pray together:
Lord, help me remember that you are with me. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. I offer you my love to share with the world. Guide me to show love as you do, through patience, kindness, wisdom and courage. Amen.
Last night, our Year 6 Confirmation candidates, along with those from our other Parish schools and Parish class, celebrated a beautiful prayer night together. Life is so busy that we can ‘run out of time' for our faith and for God; it can be difficult to fit it all in.
Last night was a wonderful opportunity to remind ourselves that when we make our faith a priority, and we focus on God, it becomes easier to lean on God to help us navigate everything else going on in our lives. It was heartwarming to see so many of us prioritising our faith; making time for God and praying together as a faithful community. Thank you to everyone who came, prayed and made it such a spiritual, moving and worthwhile evening.
Kindergarten | KD - Liam L | KH - Aria C | KT - Noah G | KTC - Isobel S |
Year 1 | 1D - Mia S | 1L - Paul H | 1M - Harry C | 1R - Edward O |
Year 2 | 2B - Jullian D J | 2C - Mia I | 2E - Ruby B | 2FO - Lucy R |
Year 3 | 3Ca - Charlotte M | 3Ch - Emily C | 3T - Archer T | 3W - Logan R |
Year 4 | 4BP - Braxton D H |
4I - Isaac A |
4R - Matilda O | 4T - Dominiq G |
Year 5 | 5DJ - Zac H | 5G - Remy B | 5Sc - Anabelle M | 5Sm - Diya D |
Year 6 | 6G - Oliver T | 6K - Ishaan G | 6S - Lulu B | 6W - Radhika S |
Cross Country Carnival ribbons
Cross Country Carnival ribbons will be given out at this Friday's assembly (10th May) for 8, 9 and 10 yr olds.
Next Friday (17th May) 11, 12 and 13 yr old competitors will receive their ribbons, as well as the two trophies.
Athletics Carnival - 14th May (week 3)
Our Athletics Carnival will be held on Tuesday 14th May at the AIS. Buses will depart school promptly at 9:10am and we are expecting to arrive back at approximately 2:30pm.
Students running in the 800m race should arrive at the AIS ready for a 9am start. If your child wishes to compete in this, please fill out the below Google Form. We are also seeking volunteers to assist on the day. If you are available, please fill out the below Google Form.
800m expression of interest (10-12 years only): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JQIKx1OnCOB9qng1bGlvN4Sb4Wqhp6f2XOJmPuO-8aQ/edit
Volunteers are needed. Please fill in the below Google Form if you can assist.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1pSJKC8_3k-MR7PybYpK4oIUdV6jPrNhx3yFc-eWqJC4/edit