This year at Sts Peter and Paul, we are all called to ‘Let Your Light Shine”

Confirmation – Year 6

Last night, was the first of two Sacramental Masses for our Confirmation Candidates. The night was a wonderful celebration for those present, and we are very much looking forward to celebrating the second Mass tonight with the remainder of our students.

My sincere thanks to Fr John Woods, as well as Sarah Kennelly and Luke Gubler for their work in preparing the students.

Sts Peter and Paul Feast Day 2022

Next Wednesday 29^th June, we will be celebrating the Feast Day of Sts Peter and Paul. At 12pm we will celebrate Mass as a whole school, and in the afternoon, each teacher will run a fun activity that children can engage in across the school.

St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal

A big thank you to our very generous families who have already donated so many

Your family can be of assistance by donating the following items (in new or very good condition) between now and Wednesday of Week 10 (29th June)

• Gloves
• Socks
• Jackets
• Beanies
• Blankets
• Sleeping Bags

Thank you to all the families who have donated already, your generosity is appreciated.

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

This passage marks a turning point in the Gospel of Luke. It is the commencement of Jesus’ journey towards Jerusalem, and we are told that he resolutely takes that road (or in some translations, he resolutely ‘sets his face’ towards Jerusalem). Earlier in this chapter, we have heard Peter’s confession of faith, seen the Transfiguration and heard Jesus predict his death. Today’s passage begins the second half of the Gospel of Luke and it is clear from this point forward that there is no turning back for Jesus.

This passage is a difficult one on first reading; the second half of it seems to paint a picture of an unsympathetic and uncompromising Jesus. However, in the light of its positioning as the beginning of the second half of the gospel – the beginning of the end – it takes on more significance. Firstly, the incident of rejection in Samaria allows Jesus to make very clear that he will never resort to violence as a solution to any problem. The reaction of the disciples seems a bit extreme as a response to an inhospitable action! Jesus’ rebuke to them reminds us that what he has offered all along is an invitation that was open to all – if some don’t accept the invitation you can’t call fire down on them from above!

The three vignettes make plain the urgency and demanding nature of Jesus’ mission. He and his followers are constantly on the move and have no room for comforts and cosy beds. The second and third pieces contrast directly with the story from today’s first reading. The message of Jesus is that the work of the Kingdom is even more important than duty to family and duty to the dead. Once he has set his face towards Jerusalem and his own death, there is no turning back – he is absolutely committed to his mission.

(Reflection by Greg Sunter)

Blessings for the week ahead,

Stephanie Burns

Religious Education Coordinator