ST GREGORY’S QUEANBEYAN

NEWSLETTERWeek Six, Term One, 20153 March, 2015 Share the Spirit....

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Lowe Street Campus Ph: (02) 6297 1396 Fax: (02) 6299 1646 MacQuoid Street Campus Ph: (02) 6297 2221 Fax: (02) 6299 3473 PO Box 723, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 Email: office.stgregs@cg.catholic.edu.au

IMPORTANTEVENTS

Tuesday 3 MarchArchdiocesan Swimming CarnivalQueanbeyan Aquatic Centre

Wednesday 4 MarchLowe Street Book Fair 8:30am to 6:30pm Lowe Street Library

Year 5 ‘Sound Waves’ parent info session3:30pm-4pm and repeated at 4:30pm-5pm5 White classroom

Saturday 7 MarchCommitment Mass - Reconciliation9am St Raphael’s Church

Sunday 8 MarchCommitment Mass - Reconciliation9am St Raphael’s Church

Monday 9 - Friday 13 MarchCatholic Schools WeekSabbath Week

Monday 9 MarchSecond Hand Clothing Pool Open 9am to 10am Lowe Street MPR

LITERACY Parent Workshop with Julie Wileyand Erin Taylor - 9:20am Lowe Street

Wednesday 11 MarchMal Meninga Cup/Laurie Daley Shield8:45am Kambah District Playing Fields

READING Parent Workshop with Lauren Macdonald - 2pm Lowe Street

Thursday 12 MarchWorld Maths Day

NUMERACY Parent Workshop with Kate McManus-Green - 2pm MacQuoid Street

Disco - St Gregory’s HallKinder to Year 2 – 6:15pm to 7:15pmYear 3 to Year 6 – 7:30pm to 9:00pm

Friday 13 MarchWhole School Assembly (4 Gold/4 White)12:30pm St Gregory’s Hall

Catholic Education Recognition/Awards Mass - 4:45pm St Christopher’s Cathedral

Sunday 15 MarchCatholic Schools Soccer CarnivalUniversity of Canberra

Dear Parents and Carers, Along with Catholic Schools across NSW and the ACT St Gregory’s will celebrate Catholic Schools Week from the 8-14 March.

The theme for Catholic Schools Week 2015 is ‘Educating for Today and Tomorrow’. The theme ties in with the 50th anniversary of the Declaration on Christian Education. The document recognised the continuing need for the Church to support parents in the education of their children.

Catholic Schools Week is about strengthening relationships between all those who have a stake in our schools – students, staff, families, priests, parishioners, and members of the wider community.

One way we will be celebrating our links with families is by hosting 3 workshops for parents and other friends. The workshops will be on Numeracy, Literacy and Reading. ALL WELCOME.

The students of Year 6 will be assigned in groups to lead prayer and ‘teach’ about Making Jesus Real in all classes K-5 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of Catholic Schools Week. The students are very excited about demonstrating spiritual leadership at their school.

The Gospel reading last week was the story of the Transfiguration.

Jesus took Peter, James, and John and led them up a high mountain apart by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no fuller on earth could bleach them.

Lent is a time when Jesus calls us all to be transformed. No one is perfect and Jesus calls us constantly to become our best selves. It is a daily struggle of success and failure but one that we do not do alone.

May you recognise the God moments in your life,

Claire FrazerPrincipal

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From the Principal......PRAYERS: During Lent we pray – Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 Please keep in your prayers the students of Year 3 who are currently preparing to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. We pray that this may be a time of renewal for their families. Sympathy is extended to Ava-Kelle Key’s and family on the death of her Grandfather and to Brayden, Grace and Kobi Verran on the death of their Great-Grandfather.

CONGRATULATIONS: To all the students, staff and parents involved in the Northern Region Swimming Carnival. Special thanks to Matthew Maloney for coordinating a very successful carnival. It was a great day. Congratulations to the students and teachers of 4 Blue and 4 Red who presented the whole school assembly last week with the focus of God Moments. We are certainly surrounded by God Moments if we only have the eyes to see.

POSITIONS VACANT: The St Gregory’s School Community Council has two vacancies. The Council comprising of parent, school and parish representatives meet twice a term. If you would like to nominate to be a member of the School Community Council please complete the slip below and return it to the school by 4pm next Tuesday 10th March. If there are more than 2 nominations an election process will be conducted. For more information please contact Claire Frazer or Julie Wiley.

KIDSMATTER: The flyer this week outlines the cognitive development of children and offers suggestions for stimulating learning.

DISCO: CHANGE OF DATE You may have noticed that the Disco is now on a Thursday night (12th March) instead of Friday. This is a one off change. The change was made because of the Archdiocesan Mass that St Gregory’s staff will be attending to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. In making the change we took into consideration that it was SABBATH week with no homework obligations.

PRINCIPALS’ RETREAT: I will be away from the school on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday this week attending the Archdiocesan Principals’ retreat and System Day. Wednesday will be meetings led by Moira Najdecki Director and other Catholic Education staff. Archbishop Christopher Prowse will be leading our retreat on Thursday and Friday. Please be assured of my prayers during this time.

PARENT CONTACTS: Thank you to the 30 parents who have volunteered as Parent Contacts for the various classes. As of going to print there were 4 classes without a parent contact – 4 Blue Mrs Docking and Mrs Menser, 4 Gold Mr Mockler and Mrs Saad, 6 Gold Mr Wigg and 6 White Miss Garrett are all keen to be represented!

PARENT WORKSHOPS: Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the following: - Monday 9th March at 9:20am LITERACY Lowe Street with Julie Wiley and Erin Taylor - Wednesday 11th March at 2pm READING Lowe Street with Lauren Macdonald - Thursday 12th March at 2pm NUMERACY MacQuoid Street with Kate McManus-Green

ILLNESS: We have been notified that a student from Year 2 has been diagnosed with Giardiasis. This is an inflection mainly of the small intestine caused by the parasite Giardia lamblia. To prevent infection it is important to wash hands thoroughly especially after using the bathroom. Teachers will be reminding students and we encourage you to reinforce this message at home. A brochure about Giardiasis from the NSW Department of Health is provided for your information. PARENT WORKSHOP: Following a disappointing response with only 2 parents indicating that they would attend the parent workshop set down for last night to be conducted by Associate Professor Kaye Lowe Language and Literacy, Faculty of Education Director, National Capital Centre for Literacy Research University of Canberra had to be cancelled.

SCHOOL SHOES: There are a few students who continue to wear joggers or other inappropriate footwear when they should be wearing black leather shoes. The most common response when questioned is that correct ones could not be found, my mum is buying them next week comes in at a close second. Your assistance in ensuring the full uniform is worn is much appreciated.

Focus Value for March - “Be A Forgiver”

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Principal AwardsCongratulations to the following students who received a Principal’s Award at the whole school assembly.K Blue Isla D’Souza K Gold William SmithK Red Angelo StaltariK White Alexandra Bower1 Blue Marko Joveski 1 Gold Siearna Cahill1 Red Isabella McMullan-Reid1 White Lachlan Fahey2 Gold Jackson Hall2 Red Jake Blakey2 White Cooper Lovekin3 Blue Maggie Robinson3 Gold Brent Marsden3 Red Josh Buchaniec3 White Adam Kostakos4 Blue Nativi Tutu’ila4 Red Hunter Hovell4 White Rose Taylor5 White Liliana Staltari6 Blue Morgan Hovell6 Gold Ryan Buchaniec6 White Tamara Sargent

LIBRARY NEWS

LOWE LIBRARY BOOK FAIRBook Fair at Lowe St is on tomorrow, Wednesday, 4th March from 8:30am - 6:30pm. This year our guessing competition is - How many mints does it take to freshen a dragon’s breath? We will have our usual Lucky Door prize and our colouring contest will be to design a Coat of Arms. Coat of Arms to be handed in by Friday, 5th March. Thea Stilton will be making a guest appearance at our Fair at 4:15pm tomorrow.

LAMONT BOOK CLUB - Thank you for your Book Club orders. Book Club is now closed.

PREMIERS READING CHALLENGEPRC started yesterday, Monday 2nd March. Flyers with registration details can be found on the school website under the Notes tab (http://stgregsps.nsw.edu.au/notes/). I will be working on the registrations over the next few weeks and will have user names and passwords out to families before the Easter break. It will be sent via email (if you have provided it) or else it will come home with your child.Encourage your child to read eligible books. We have them on display in the Library. Any questions can be directed to rosalind.wythes@cg.catholic.edu.auThank you - Rosalind Wythes.

ARCHDIOCESAN SWIMMING CARNIVAL was held today. Congratulations to the following students from St Gregory’s who represented the Northern Region - Giselle Arona, Giaan Ashman, Madeline Bennett, Ned Bennett, Angelina Brown, Jasmine Burns, Jade Camilleri, Thomas Cunningham, Adam Da Silva, Imogen Dorsett, Toby Goodyer, Kaleb Gowland, Eleni Lolesio, Brent Marsden, Archer Mossfield, Caleb Quinn, Sam Robinson, Skyla Robinson-McEvoy, Olivia Smith, Jasmyn Tozer, Jamie Tran, Leo Vanderpol and Ryan Weatherby. CONGRATULATIONS to Jasmine Burns who has been selected for Canberra/Goulburn Archdiocese tennis to trial for Mackillop.CONGRATULATIONS to Sam Robinson, Cameron Thelan, Josh Fahey and Lachlan Fitzpatrick who have been selected for the Canberra/Goulburn Archdiocese AFL team to trial for Mackillop.NETBALL NSW SCHOOLS CUP - Wed 1 April - Students in Years 5&6 who are experienced and competent netball players are invited to collect a registration note from the front office. Cost is $2. No transport will be provided. Students must make their own way to and from Thornton Road Netball Courts, Queanbeyan. Registrations close Friday, 13 March.- Matthew Maloney, PE Teacher & Sport Coordinator.

SPORT NEWS

CANTEENHelpers at Lowe Street this week are: Thursday 5 March Erika O’Brien Friday 6 March Leesa Hughes Volunteers are always welcome at MacQuoid Street, even if you are only available for an hour. Thank you.

FAMILY PORTRAITS

St Gregory’s School will be hosting an advancedlife Family Portrait Fundraising Day on Sunday, 29 March. For your $20 you receive a choice of a 10x13” family portrait or pencil sketch plus a bonus key ring with family photo.Additional photos will be taken and available for purchase, at no obligation. These additional photos include: portraits, gift cards and calendar - featuring your family portrait and other photos taken on the day. Please contact Jane King on 6297 2221 to book your appointment. Payment is required before the photo day to secure your booking.

OUR SCHOOL RULES

Stay Safe, Be Fair, Show Respect.Congratulations to the following students who received a blue band in February for exceeding school rules.Cooper Giteau, Campbell Madden, Phoenix Hamlin, Sienna Hamlin, Alexandra Bower, Jackson Wells, Siearna Cahill, Flynn Lovekin, Alivia Nappo, Kobi Verran, Isaac Kirkpatrick, Riley Nemeth, Ryan Ossato, Sarah Taloni, Ethan Armstrong, Alexa Burns, Lachlan Fahey, Christopher Hodges, Marko Joveski, Lilly Nedeska, Myah Staniforth, Jackson Hall, Cooper Lovekin, Tayah Montgomery, Blake Meadley, BJ Fitzpatrick, Charlotte Hill, Chloe McCormack, Bradley Newman and Kalen Billiards.Special congratulations to Sarah Fleming from 3 Gold who received 2 blue bands in February! Well done.

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HOOK IN 2 HOCKEY 2015 PROGRAMThe Hook In 2 Hockey Program teaches basic hockey skills through a series of game-like activities, that promote fun and participation. Queanbeyan United Hockey Club (QUHC) is looking for boys and girls aged between 6-12 years and 13-16years. Dates: Every Wednesday from 4th March to 25th MarchVenue: Tuggeranong Hockey Fields, Soward Way, GreenwayTime: 6pm-7pm Cost: $50 includes hockey stick, shin pads, etcTo register please phone Mark Unwin 0419 485 385

SCHOOLS AS COMMUNITY CENTRESThe Queanbeyan Baby and Kids Expo is here! This Saturday 7th March 10am-2pm Queanbeyan PS. FREE entry, entertainment for the kids, free raffle tickets and goody bag to the first 300 families through the gates! Come along for a fun morning for the whole family. Magic shows, balloon modelling, face painting, jumping castle and more! For more info contact Brooke 6297 2167.Storytime at the Reading Tree is on this Thursday 5th March 10:30am-11am at Queanbeyan Town Park playground – look for the coloured pillows. Stories will be read to children 0-5 years under the tree. More info contact Brooke 6297 2167.

BUNGENDORE TIGERS JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE

REGISTRATION DAY - Saturday, 14 March 2015 at Mick Sherd Oval, Bungendore from 10am to 2pm.

Tiny Tiggers Program - Monday 2, 9, 16 & 23 March 2015. $20Mick Sherd Oval Bungendore

Tiny Tiggers Program introduces 4-6 year olds to the fun and skills of modified rugby league and is run by a qualified coach.

To register please contact the Club Registrar tigersregistrar@optusnet.com.auFor further info visit Club website

www.bungendoretigersjunior@sportingpulse.net

End the week with a kick! The Queanbeyan Indoor Sports Centre’s junior indoor soccer

competition has begunIndividuals or teams can join at any time!

The following competitions run on Friday at the following timesUnder 8’s - 5:00 Under 11’s - 5:30 Youth - 6:00Any questions contact 6297 7435 or e: qisc@qiscweb.com

NOTICEBOARD

175th Anniversary of the establishment of the faith community of St Gregory’s Parish.

Entrance Antiphon Be my protector , O God, a mighty stronghold to save me. For you are my rock, my stronghold! Lead me, guide me, for the sake of your name. First reading A reading from the book of Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46

As long as he is unclean, he must live alone, outside the camp.

Responsorial Psalm R: I turn to you, Lord, in time of trouble, and you fill me with the joy of salvation. 1. Happy the man whose offence is forgiven, whose sin is remitted. O happy the man to whom the Lord imputes no guilt, in whose spirit is no guile. R. 2. But now I have acknowledged my sins; my guilt I did not hide. I said: ’I will confess my offence to the Lord.’ And you, Lord, have forgiven the guilt of my sin. R. 3. Rejoice, rejoice in the Lord, exult, you just! O come, ring out your joy, all you upright of heart. R. Second reading A reading from the first letter of St Paul to the Corinthians 10:31-11:1 Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! A great prophet has appeared among us; God has visited his people.

Alleluia!

Gospel From the Holy Gospel according to Mark 1:40-45

The leprosy left him and he was cured. Communion Antiphon They ate and had their fill, and what they craved the Lord gave them; they were not disappointed in what they craved.

St Patricks Parish Michelago

St Gregory’s Parish St Raphael’s Church

Lowe Street Queanbeyan St Gregory’s Church Molonglo Street Queanbeyan

St Mary’s Parish St Mary’s Church Bungendore

St Joseph’s Church Gundaroo

Northern Mission Incorporating

“There are many rooms in my fathers house.”

SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR B 14/15 February 2015

A beautiful illustration of this week’s Gospel, Mark

PARISH TEAM Fr Troy Bobbin PP

Deacon John Lim

OFFICE TEAM Secretaries: Lorraine, Rita, Ljubica Lee - Finance Bungendore - Maureen, Mary

ST GREGORY’S SCHOOL Principal – Ms Claire Frazer

PARISH OFFICE DETAILS Open: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am – 3pm CLOSED WEDNESDAY - BULLETIN NOTICES to be into the office by THURSDAY morning.

Address: 47 Lowe St, Q’bn Postal: PO Box 175 Q’bn 2620 Phone: 6299 4611 Email: stg.queanbeyan@cg.catholic.org.au Website: www.stgregorysparishqueanbeyan.com

The 175th Anniversary of the inauguration of the Queanbeyan mission by Archbishop Polding will be celebrated at Mass and morning tea on Sunday 9th August at 9:30am at St Gregory’s School Hall in Queanbeyan. The parish office is seeking any historical photos of early events anywhere in the original mission area. Please contact the parish office on 62994611 if you can help.

CELEBRATING 175 YEARS ST GREG’S YOUTH GROUP

Impact (Yrs4-6) will be running from 4:30pm-6pm every Sunday.Souled Out (Yrs7-12) will be running fortnightly on a Sunday from 6.30pm-8pm, next session 15th March.Both Groups are held in St Gregory’s Hall.

FEMALE ONLY GYMBRAND NEW!!

Brand new female only gym has just opened in Jerrabomberra. Located next to Woolies at the Jerra Shops. State of the art equipment. Group fitness and personal training available. Pop in for your FREE 7 day trial pass.