This Sunday’s Gospel is a reading from the holy Gospel according to John.

When reflecting on this Gospel, we must focus on the lesson intended to be taught; Pope Francis says that ‘we must not pursue God in dreams and in images of grandeur and power.’ Rather, as the Pope explains, God ‘must be recognised in the humanity of Jesus and, consequently, in that of the brothers and sisters we meet on the path of life.’

This is a hard teaching for many to accept, even among those within the Church.

God, the Pope reiterates, ‘asks us to seek him not outside of life and history, but in relationship with Christ and with our brothers and sisters. ‘Seeking him in life,’ the Pope adds, ‘in history, in our daily life … is the road to encounter with God: the relationship with Christ and our brothers and sisters.’ Adapted from REFLECTION by Nick Brodie.

Important reminders:

First Eucharist Home Sessions

Home Session 2 has been emailed to all families. This session 'Clothe Yourself in Christ', reflects on the sacrament of Baptism as the first sacrament of Initiation into the Catholic church community. Please contact the parish if you have any difficulties or questions.

Eucharist Mass selection closed on Friday 16 August. A Mass will be allocated to you if selection was not made.

Eucharist Retreat Day – Thursday 29th August

As part of the Religious Education Curriculum, our Year 5 students will participate in a Retreat Day led by our Parish Sacramental Coordinator. This Retreat Day will also provide support for students participating in the Corpus Christi First Eucharist Program. Permission is required through Compass.

Susan Strickland 

Religious Education Coordinator (Acting)