Dear Families and Friends,

In this weekend's Gospel we hear of Jesus dropping hints of a change (biblical scholars may use words like apocalyptic or end times) as the liturgical year comes to a close the new Church year begins with Advent in a few weeks.  We know at Christmas we celebrate the events of more than two thousand years ago when the birth a little Jewish baby impacted world history.  Regardless of your faith stance it is incredible to consider the continued impact of this event - here we are on the other side of the world celebrating the birth of our Saviour, or for those without a specific faith stance it is still a significant date on your family calendars.  As we rush towards Christmas, debating when is the right time to put up your Christmas Tree, I hope we take time this year to be present to those around us in the weeks ahead.  In our school song we sing about being kingdom-builders and I pray that we can use these next five weeks of school to be the Light of Christ for each other.

Last week in true Lumen Christi style we joined as a school community to Remembrance Day.  The day is more than just selling RSL poppies, it is about recalling the continued challenges faced by our veteran and serving members of our Armed Forces as well as to pray for our collective commitment to peace.  Our students beautifully participated in our service held in our ANZAC Garden and the sense of reverence was palpable.  Can I extend my thanks to those who contributed in any way to this event.

Also last Thursday we had a visit by our 2022 Principal, Mrs.Sally Darby.  Sally had the opportunity to visit each class group as well as meet casually with the teachers.  Sally also met with the leadership team to be briefed about our school and to begin the handover process.  We are thrilled to have such a competent leader and joining us in 2022 to drive continued and sustained improvement for each student at Lumen Christi.

This Friday we are having attempt number three at conducting our celebration of Confirmation. Mass will be at 5pm in the Church and we remind families that all 16+ year old attendees will need to show their proof of vaccination.  We are also working under advice that this proof of vaccination will also apply to all other school events this year where guests can attend.

Wishing everyone a terrific week,

Dave