Christmas blessings May the blessing of Christ, word made flesh, be with us
May Mary, courageous amidst the unknown, help us love
May Joseph, noble in time of challenge, show the right way
May shepherds, who know theirs, call and protect us
May Magi, wise guides who journey and celebrate, come and counsel
May angels from heaven sing in our heart and unite us from afar
May the Christmas story live, live in us!
Warm wishes and blessings be with you all,
Jasmin Kenworthy
Earlier in the year Year 5 and 6 students attended Sorry Day celebrations. During the excursion the students were involved in a number of activities including assisting with painting a mural. Those who assisted entered a competition to win the completed mural for their school. Noah in Year 6 was the lucky student whose name was drawn out. Well done and thank you to Noah for winning this exceptional Aboriginal mural. The mural will be displayed in the school hall.
Thank you
Thank you to the Choir for their brilliant performance at the Carols Concert on Sunday. They helped every year group with their performance and still managed to sing two of their own songs at the conclusion of the concert. I am also exceedingly grateful to the members of the Liturgical Choir who came out the following evening to support the congregational singing at the Year 6 Graduation Mass. Thank you also to the parents of children in both choirs who have supported our performances throughout the year. Without your help and dedication none of what we achieve could be possible.
End of Year Class Music Concerts
Thank you to every class from 3 Year Olds to Year 6 for giving me 100% throughout this term in the lead up to their concerts. I have been amazed at every class's ability to get better and better with each rehearsal we have had. I am a very lucky music teacher to have such dedicated students who truly love their music. I couldn't ask for more! Thank you also to all the wonderful family members who were able to support the children in their concerts. Music is a performing art and having a supporting audience is fantastic to see.
Instrumental Lesson Enrolments for 2017
All students in Years 3 to 5 will be receiving a letter this week inviting them to participate in our instrumental program for next year. I would be grateful, if your child is continuing or wishes to start in Term 1 of 2017, if you could return the enrolment before the end of the week so that lessons can be allocated before the start of the year. Enrolments will be accepted next year but there may be a delay to the start of lessons due to teacher allocation. Please get enrolments back to me ASAP to ensure lessons can start in the first or second week of Term 1.
Kirsten Bennett
Music Specialist
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The Awsome Dads Helping Our Counsel (ADHOC) Fathering Projects first picnic get together was a big hit. They played dodge ball, bulrush, frisbee and had a wonderful time playing on the playground. Dad's got to chat over a sausage sandwich. All the Dad’s and children really enjoyed interacting with each other and having so much fun together.
CLASS REPS
A big thank you to the following class reps of 2016:
Your assistance with P&F communications to the individual year groups has been really appreciated and it’s reflected in the support of all our activities.
The reps who have stepped forward for 2017 are:
Thank you for taking on this role and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year.
END OF YEAR CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA
We would like to thank everyone who assisted in the coordination of putting on Sunday’s event. There is the setup, pack down, decorating, manning of the stalls and so much more that goes into it… thanks also to Santa for making a special appearance!!
We are pleased to announce that the collection on the door for St Vincent de Paul raised $357 which is a fantastic effort.
A special thank you goes to all the families, staff and wider community who attended, helping make the event such a great success.
We hope you all enjoyed the day!
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and all your family a very happy and safe Christmas and will see you in 2017!!
Your friendly 2016 P&F Committee
Well done to our 76 active school banking students, as we have raised $460.00, for our school through School Banking, from Terms 1-3 - 5% commission on every deposit made through the school (to a maximum of $10 per individual deposit).
(Term 4 commission will come out at the end of the year 31st Dec 2016).
We also opened 24 new accounts during 2016, and each time a new account is opened our school receives $5 when a student makes their first ever School Banking deposit.
Saving regularly is an important habit to get into, whether you're saving a little or a lot!
Keep up the great work and remember to bring in your School Banking deposit next year when we resume in 2017.
Thank you for supporting the School Banking program and have a Merry Christmas and all the very best for 2017.
Thankyou :)
Sharon Seaman and Zana Appelbee
EMAIL: schoolbanking@olgc.wa.edu.a
Best wishes to the Year 6 class and all families leaving the school this year.
We wish you every success for the future and may God hold you all in the palm of His Hand.
Condolences
Deepest sympathy to Mr Gaglia's family on the passing of Mrs Gaglia's Father-in-law. May He rest in peace and may God grant all the family deep abiding consolation.
Christmas Appeal
Thank you for your support. Donations can be put in the Lifelink envelopes & placed in any collection at mass.
Christmas Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation in preparation for Christmas will be available after all weekend masses, i.e. Saturday morning/evening and Sunday morning at each church during Advent.
Christmas Timetable
St Dominic’s
OLGC
2017 Columban Art Calendar $10
If you have taken a calendar & promised to pay later, please make sure your name is crossed off the list once payment is made.
St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal
A sincere thank you to all the school community for your generous donations
Safeguarding Project Archdiocese of Perth
The project is informed by a fundamental belief that children & vulnerable adults have a right to physical & psychological safety at all times. Each church will have a Parish Safeguard Officer on hand .
Carols in Your Home
We would like to visit your homes & sing carols for & with you. If you want the Carolling Troupe to visit your home, complete the sign up sheet at the back of the church with your name, address, contact details & preferred date/time. When the sheets are filled in, we will confirm dates and times with you.
Wishing everyone in the OLGC community a Happy and Holy Christmas and a blessed New Year.
Perth Children’s Hospital Volunteers
Since 1929, the volunteer presence at Princess Margaret Hospital has been extremely important to the experience that our patients and families have during their time here. Their concern for people and their ability to create an atmosphere of friendliness and goodwill is invaluable. With the exciting move to Perth Children’s Hospital we are expanding the volunteer team and we are recruiting now for various roles. If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of children and their families who visit the hospital then we would like to hear from you. Please contact Andy Wahid, Coordinator Volunteer Services 08 9340 8716 or email andy.wahid@health.wa.gov.au for further information.
BOYS BIKE FOR SALE - HARDLY USED. FOR SALE AT $50.00 (WAS $120). IT COMES WITH TRAINING WHEELS AND WOULD SUIT 3 - 5 YEAR OLD.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE CALL ANNETTE ON 0484 015 915
MERCEDES COLLEGE, Victoria Square Perth
Early in 2017, Mercedes College will commence interviewing Year Five students who are due to start Year Seven in 2019. If you are considering enrolling your daughter at Mercedes and have not yet requested an information pack, please contact Mrs Julie Lamb on 9323 1340 as soon as possible. Further information about enrolments is available on our website, www.mercedes.wa.edu.au.
WISHING ALL FAMILIES A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE HOLIDAY, MAY THE PEACE OF THE SEASON BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.
THANKS FOR SHARING THE YEAR WITH US.
JENNY AND ALISON
