Dear Parents and friends,

As Fathers’ Day approaches once again, we will pause to remember and celebrate our fathers and those who have been father-figures in our lives. Most of us, including our children, will be able to celebrate a father who is strong, lends a guiding hand, and shares his wisdom and help. How grateful we should be for the gift of such a man in our lives.

Not all dads are super-heroes, of course… the pressure of that would be too much for anyone! However, most fathers would agree that the strength of a father’s love, as they carry out and grow into that role day to day and year to year, can turn them into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers and singers of songs - roles they might never have imagined for themselves.

In that beautiful scripture reading from 1 Corinthians 13, all fathers might be reminded:

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.

When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me.

On Fathers’ Day we pray for all the dads in our families and our lives, who have given us life and love, that they might be granted the blessings and strength to let their faith and love shine forth. We also pray that we, their sons and daughters, may honour them always with a spirit of profound respect.

 It is admirable for a dad to take his son to the footy, but there is a special place in heaven for the father who takes his daughter shopping!’ John Sinor

A huge thank you to Lil, Rebecca, Lucy, Fiona, Luke, Kristina, Ainsley, Elena, Marie, Angela, Helen, Erin and Elisa for coordinating the scrumptious breakfast and the gift stall. Well done team!

Yours in Faith, Justice and Learning

It was wonderful that so many parents, grandparents and friends helped us celebrate 'Reading is my secret power' Book Week. There were many fantastic costumes and fun activities in the classrooms. Thank you to Ms Harris who organised the book parade for us. 

YEAR 5 AND 6 CAMP

The Year 5 and 6 students had a wonderful time at the three day Residential Outdoor Education Camp, conducted by NSW Sport and Recreation at Berry.

The overall aim of the camp was to enhance the students’ leadership skills, increase their confidence in their own abilities and assist them in learning to cooperate and work with others through controlled experiences. The activities of team building, problem solving, innovation, adventure challenge games, trust and support certainly ensured that everyone had a great time. 

I am very grateful to these four staff members; Nichole Harris, Anna Arthur-Worsop, Mark Boss and Kelly Young for their outstanding care, commitment and dedication they have shown to the students in their care. Thank you.

PRINCIPAL AWARD

Congratulations to the following student on receiving her first Principal Award. This is a wonderful achievement.

Ariel Linnehan

Year 4

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Congratulations to Henry in Year 6 for his wonderful achievement, receiving a Gold Medal in the Australian U12 Hockey All Schools Championship. 

BUILDING RESILIENCE AND WELL-BEING OF YOUNG PEOPLE

I commend to all parents a FREE evening expo being hosted by Edmund Rice College. There is a line up of some fine guest speakers who have expertise in the area of supporting parents in building resilience and well-being for Young People who will present the evening. 

Below is a flyer with all the details you need to complete your registration for this free event. 

CALLING FOR FETE DONATIONS

The P and F Fete committee are inviting families to make a second contribution towards the Fete. If you can assist, they are seeking the following donations, which can be place in the classroom basket by MONDAY 2 SEPTEMBER  2019:

Kindergarten - cans of soft drink
Year 1 - cans of soft drink
Year 2 - cans of soft drink
Year 3 - packets of chips (small individual packets)
Year 4 - packets of chips (small individual packets)
Year 5 - bottled water 
Year 6 - cans of soft drink

The third and final round of donations for the Fete will be cakes, cupcakes and or slices for the cake stall. Packaging and instructions will be sent home for this on Friday 6 September 2019

Thank you very much for your ongoing support of this wonderful school and community event.

OFFICIAL ST BRIGID’S FACEBOOK PAGE

St Brigid’s have launched a school based Facebook page that will regularly post announcements about school events, share good news stories and promote upcoming events. The page can be accessed using the following link: 

It is important that all parents are familiar with the Diocesan Social Media Policy and comment and contribute as per the guidelines.

FUNDRAISING FOR VINNIES -  OUR WEEK 7 DRIVE

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM - Sacrament of the Eucharist

The Sacramental Program at St Brigid’s will continue for two more weeks on the following Wednesday afternoons, for one hour from 3.30pm - 4.30pm on:

Wednesday 4 September 2019

Wednesday 11 September 2019

Please note that a parent must attend each session with their child.

SAVE THE DATE

SEASON OF CREATION

The Season of Creation begins September 1, The Day of Prayer for Creation, and ends October 4, the feast day of St Francis of Assisi.

During the Season of Creation, Christians all over the world rejoice together. We are called to honour the Creator by loving creation and each other. This year we are protecting the web of life, in all its variety because each species reveals to us the glory of the creator. And we will put our faith into practice through prayer, hands on action and advocacy.

What can you do to protect the web of life?

Check out the official site for more information https://seasonofcreation.org/

PLEDGE OF COMMITMENT - TO PROTECT AND HEAL GOD’S CREATION

We have come to renew our covenant with God and with one another in Christ Jesus, our Lord. We have come to help protect God's creation.

We have come as followers of Jesus to commit ourselves anew to one another and to heal injustice and poverty. We have come to stand together against all threats to life.

We have come to discover some new beauty every day in God's creation: the sunrise and sunset, birds, flowers and trees, rainbows in the sky, the stars, the many forms of life in the forest.

We have come to listen to the "music of the universe"- water flowing over rocks, the wind, trees bending in the wind, raindrops pattering the roof.

We will remember always that God speaks to us through the beauty of his creation, and we will try our best to answer God's call to reverence all that he has created.

Congratulations to the following students on receiving their awards during the last fortnight.

CLASS	FAITH AWARD	LEADER OF THE WEEK
Kindergarten	Tom S	Stevie R
Year 1	Joshua S	Neave M
Year 2	Georgia H	Matthew C
Year 3	Iva O	Georgia F
Year 4	Charlotte W	Ariel L
Year 5G	Sienna F	Caelan S
Year 5W	Luca S	Calista M
Year 6	Milli G	Breanna K

Week 6- Term 3

CLASS	JUSTICE AWARD	LEADER OF THE WEEK
Kindergarten	Ireland C	Arthur R
Year 1	Zlata K	Bethany M
Year 2	Sofia S	Rosie S
Year 3	Alessia S	Emily V
Year 4	Quentin M	Niya M

Congratulations to the students who have received their Assistant Principal Award. Well done!

CLASS	STUDENT
Year 1	Neave M
Year 1	Zara H
Year 1	Joshua S
Year 2	Bailey Condon
Year 5	Keira B

Happy Birthday to the following students.

We hope you have a great birthday!

FETE NEWS

WANT TO BECOME MORE INVOLVED IN THE LIFE OF THE SCHOOL?

Are you interested in volunteering for P&F events? Would you like to help out the wonderful St. Brigid’s community but don’t know where to start? We’d love to have you on board.

Drop the P&F a line and we’d be very happy to get you involved in events or as a coordinator. We can also team you up with an existing volunteer to help share the work and learn the ropes. Email us at pandf@sbgdow.catholic.edu.au
 

CAN YOU VOLUNTEER AN HOUR OR TWO?

If you can volunteer for an hour or two for any upcoming events, please add your name to our google doc

St Brigid’s Gwynneville

Saturday	5.30pm Vigil
Sunday	9.00am
Thursday	9.30am

For the most current Mass times and Parish information, please visit the Parish website

PARISH WEBSITE https://www.lumenchristi.org.au/

CODE CAMP

Code Camp is coming to Coniston Public School this Spring. 

See the attached flyer for more information. There is a $20 off code on the flyer which parents can use when they enrol. In addition, parents have the benefit of the Creative Kids Rebate of $100 which is a great way to make this camp more affordable. 

CORRIMAL SURF LIFE SAVING - WANT TO BECOME A NIPPER?