Weekly Gospel Reflection

This week's clip has a focus on 'Bad Habits' and what a 'Nan' would think if they knew some of our bad habits. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVI14ERVBF0 

Year 4 Eucharist Retreat  

On Tuesday 15 August the Year 4 cohort had the opportunity to experience a First Holy Communion Retreat with 24/7 Ministries.  Students immersed themselves in a series of games, skits, short video clips and activities that stressed the importance of gathering as a community and the significance of Jesus in the Eucharist.  Students made links with elements of community and the connections to Jesus in our lives. 

The Year 4's had a great day and are very thankful to Jesse, Mark, Mario and Lucy for facilitating the Retreat. 

Lloyd Reidy, Mikala Thomas & Ed Ewing
Teaching Staff

Mullewa Immersion 

During Week 6, Year 11 students Hannah Macaraeg, Lily Parker and Madison Dymnicki joined students from Newman College on their annual Mullewa Immersion. Mrs Kathy Pollard attended as a staff representative and all came back with beaming smiles and happy stories from the experiences they had away. 

The team were involved in working with the local primary school, the Mullewa Parish and the Mullewa Agricultural Society in preparing displays and assisting in Outreach programs in preparation for the Mullewa Show. 

Hannah, Lily, Maddison and Mrs Pollard extend their gratitude to Mr McClorey and the Newman College team for allowing them to take part in this rich program for Year 11 students.  We look forward to being involved once again in the Mullewa Immersion for 2024. 

Kathy Pollard
RE Teacher

Staff Service Day  

On Tuesday 27 August the staff took part in a 'Staff Service Day.'  The day revolves around our commitment to the MaJEC program at school. 

Our staff were placed across various agencies and service tasks in Northam, Perth City and CanningVale.  Staff helped the elderly, worked alongside people with mixed abilities, donated blood, cleaned roadsides, gardened and sorted charity donations. 

Congratulations to all involved and we look forward to continuing to promote MaJEC throughout the rest of the year. 

Year 9 Camino 

On Monday 4 September the Year 9’s embarked on their leg of the Camino Cabagniol by walking from Wooroloo to Stoneville along the Kep Track.  The journey was a length of 21.7 km and named ‘The Jordan’ after St Joseph’s School Northam’s first Headmistress, Sister Columba Jordan. 

Students enjoyed some wintery weather conditions and relished in the opportunity to push on with the distance despite developing tired legs.  The Year 9’s also appreciated the story involved within the walk and the opportunity to journey with peers. 

We thank the staff and Kate Candeloro for helping facilitate the day. 

Lloyd Reidy 
REC Coordinator

Parish Sacramental Program

The Parish Sacramental Program Coordinator, Mrs Kathy Pollard, wishes to advise families that the Parish is considering holding the Commitment Ceremony for each Sacrament prior to or at the first parent/student workshop.  If you have any queries regarding the Sacramental Program, please contact Kathy on 0429 685 632.