Mission

“We do not pretend that life is all beauty. We are aware of darkness and sin, of poverty and pain. But we know Jesus has conquered sin and passed through his own pain to the glory of the Resurrection. And we live in the light of his Paschal Mystery - the mystery of his Death and Resurrection. ‘We are an Easter People and Alleluia is our song!’ We are not looking for a shallow joy but rather a joy that comes from faith, that grows through unselfish love, that respects the ‘fundamental duty of love of neighbour, without which it would be unbecoming to speak of Joy’. We realize that joy is demanding; it demands unselfishness; it demands a readiness to say with Mary: ‘Be it done unto me according to thy word’.”

 - St. John Paul II
Angelus, Adelaide, Australia
Sunday, 30 November 1986

John Paul II didn’t sugarcoat it - life is hard. True joy isn't about pretending everything is perfect. Instead, it comes from knowing that even when things are hard, there's a deeper truth: the story of Jesus shows us that love and hope ultimately win. The idea of his rising again – the Resurrection – is a powerful turning point. It means that even though there's darkness and difficulty in the world, that's not the final say. The message of hope, like a joyful shout of 'Alleluia, He is risen!', is what endures.

That’s what makes us Easter people. We carry a hope that holds steady when life gets messy. It's about showing kindness to those we find difficult, choosing to be understanding even when it's not easy, and believing that the power of hope is still alive in the world and in ourselves.

So as we walk through this Easter season, maybe the real question is not ‘what can I get?’ but ‘what can I give?’ What if Alleluia wasn’t just a word we sing but the way we live? Maybe that’s exactly what the world is waiting for - an Easter people who don’t just sing ‘Alleluia’ but live it, wherever they go.

St Mary’s presents - Stations of the Cross Thurs 10th April at 10:00am

You're warmly invited to join us for a moving presentation of the Stations of the Cross, depicting Jesus' journey from condemnation to the cross. We welcome families, friends, and all members of our community to experience this powerful reflection with us on Thursday, April 10th at 10:00am. We have a large cast of  students from K - 6, bringing this significant story to life.

Sacrament of Confirmation - Tuesday 20th May

Confirmation is a special step for our baptised children, where they'll receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit and make a deeper commitment to their faith. Confirmation confirms Baptism and is the second formal step in the process of becoming initiated into the Christian community. 

Students in Years 3 - 6 will begin preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation early in Term 2. If your child wishes to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation this year, please complete the Google Form that has been shared with you via Compass.

We're looking forward to guiding our students on this wonderful journey of faith!

Activity in the Year of Hope - THE KING OF KINGS

Angel Studios, creators of The Chosen and Sound of Freedom, will release THE KING OF KINGS in Australian cinemas on April 10, 2025. This animated film, featuring stars like Kenneth Branagh, Uma Thurman, and Oscar Isaac, reimagines the story of Jesus through Charles Dickens narrating to his son.

More than a movie, THE KING OF KINGS is a faith-formation tool, bringing Christ’s love, sacrifice, and triumph to life. With stunning animation and timeless values, it offers families a meaningful, Gospel-centered experience.

Watch the trailer here: THE KING OF KINGS | Official Trailer | In AUS & NZ Cinemas April

Playground Survey 

Thank you to each parent and their child/children who took the time to complete the playground survey via Google Forms. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback.

As part of our ongoing commitment to school improvement, we will be carefully reviewing all of your responses. Your insights will be invaluable as we work to enhance our playground and create a more enjoyable and engaging space for all students. We will keep you updated on our progress!

Student Expectations & Values: The St Mary’s Way

This week, our school leaders again chose to focus on one of the most important aspects of the St Mary's Way: respect. This week, our school focus is on demonstrating respect through action! We're challenging everyone to actively participate in keeping our school environment clean by picking up rubbish whenever you see it. Let's work together to show respect for our space and each other.

Wishing you an Easter Season of Hope & Renewal, 

Hannah Gorman

Assistant Principal Mission