Dear Families,

Welcome back to Term 2 at Lumen Christi! I hope all of the children had a good break from school and that families enjoyed the long weekend over Easter. Thank you for accommodating one extra day of school holidays so that teachers could return and complete some important professional learning that we know will benefit our students and be impactful for their learning.

Please remember to check the school calendar for all of the upcoming events in the school this term.

Sadly, on Monday evening, we learnt of the passing of our Holy Father, Poper Francis. I believe that we have been so lucky to have been a Catholic Community during Pope Francis’ papacy. He was a very progressive Pope and lead by such wonderful example on contemporary issues that are relevant for children and families today.

Prayer for Our School Community – In Memory of Pope Francis

Loving God,
Today our school community have hearts that are both thankful and sad.
We thank You for the life of Pope Francis,
a kind and humble shepherd who led us with love, wisdom, and hope.

He taught us to care for one another,
to protect the Earth, and to always show mercy and kindness.
We are grateful for his gentle words and big heart,
which helped the whole world feel closer to You.

Now that he has returned to Your loving arms,
we pray for peace and comfort for all who loved him.
Help us to carry on his message by being kind,
by helping those in need,
and by always trying to follow Jesus in all we do.

May Pope Francis rest in peace,
and may we keep his spirit of joy and love alive in our school and in our hearts.

Amen.

Have a wonderful week ahead,

Sally

Please take note of these dates for your family calendar

Term 2 2025

Week 1: Term 2

23rd April: Return from school hoildays 

24th April: District Cross Country for Participating Students

25th April: Anzac Day Public Holiday 

Week 2:

1st May - Backflips Against Bullying

Week 3:

8th May - Mother’s Day Breakfast, Mass and Stall 

9th May - PSG Meetings

Week 4:

15th May - PSG Meetings

16th May - Catholic Education Week Official Start

17/18 - Confirmation Commitment Mass 1

Week 5:

Catholic Education Week

22nd May - Onsite Evacuation Drill

23rd May - District Soccer

24/25 - Confirmation Commitment Mass 2

Week 6:

31st/1st - Confirmation Commitment Mass 3

Week 7:

5th June - Whole school mass - Pentecost theme

6th June - District Footy & Netball

                  Confirmation Night at Sacred Heart

Week 8:

9th June - King’s Birthday Public Holiday

10th June - Pupil Free Day (Term 3 Planning Day)

Week 9: 

Week 10:

Week 11:

3rd July - Whole School Mass 9:30am - Last Day Term 2 (3pm Finish)

4th July - Pupil Free Day RE PD

On Thursday the 3rd April our Grade 5/6 students performed the Stations of the Cross where they re-enacted the events leading up to the death of Jesus on Good Friday. This is a very solum and moving experience for our students and we thank Mr Mulry and Grade 5/6 for their efforts in putting this together

All new Foundation students and families are welcome at Lumen Christi. Enrolment packs are available at the school office. Phone 5122 2231 to book a school tour with our Principal.

Anzac Badges Have arrived and can be purchased from the office.
Prices range from $1.00 to $10.