In Our Community…

In our Community ……

Our Lady Help of Christians Mass

On Friday, 23 May, three Year 11 students attended the Our Lady Help of Christians Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral. The mass celebrated the Solemnity of Our Lady and was presided by Bishop Richard Umbers, Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney. The mass invited students to contemplate and honour Mary and to thank our heavenly Father for Mary, our protector, who is the perfect model of love, understanding and compassion. 

The feast of Our Lady Help of Christians was celebrated in Parishes on Saturday 24th May to honour the Blessed Virgin Mary’s powerful intercession and maternal protection, especially in times of trial and danger. This title of Mary became widely known after Pope Pius VII instituted the feast on May 24 in gratitude for his safe return to Rome in 1814 after being imprisoned by Napoleon. The devotion emphasises Mary’s role as a helper and protector of the Church and the faithful.

Thank you to Isabella Elkorr, Sarah Mourani and Sofia Vella for representing the College at the Mass.

Mrs Veronica Del Buono, Assistant Religious Education Coordinator

Year 11 and 12 Youth Afternoon

Last Friday, Year 11 and 12 students from our local deanery schools gathered at Holy Cross College for the Deanery Youth Afternoon. Marist College Eastwood and Holy Cross College joined 42 representatives from Marist Sisters’ College to explore the theme “Pilgrims of Hope in a Modern World.” Imogen and Sofia from Sydney Catholic Youth delivered inspiring talks on the role of faith in guiding personal journeys. It was lovely to see students put themselves forward to experience what the Youth Afternoons are all about – encouraging and inspiring one another through shared faith and connection. The event concluded with a pizza dinner and a chance to build new friendships, before Father Brian from St Kevin’s, Eastwood, led the group in a closing prayer.

Marists in Action 

This term, the Marists in Action (MIA) group has been hard at work brainstorming ways to make a meaningful impact for World Environment Day on the 5th of June. From discussing waste reduction strategies to exploring creative ways to promote sustainability on campus, we’re committed to turning ideas into action. Our group has been collaborating to develop initiatives that inspire real change, and we’re excited to bring these plans to life. We are looking for more students who are eager to join us in creating and promoting these initiatives over the coming weeks. All students are welcome!

The MIA group meets every Day 6, Monday at lunch in Room 131. Let’s make a difference together!

Ms Laura Marshall, Youth Ministry Coordinator

Sacrament of Confirmation

Bishop Danny Meagher will confirm the Sacrament of Confirmation in our parish at Holy Spirit North Ryde on Saturday 13 September 2025. Parish children from local public or other schools will be prepared in the parish to receive this sacrament.

If your child is in Year 6 or above, has been baptized, received their First Reconciliation and First Communion, then they can complete their Catholic Initiation and be confirmed. 

You can register your child via Trybooking: https://www.trybooking.com/DBMRM 

Or the QR Code  

Registrations open on Monday 9 June and close Friday 4 July 2025. 

For further enquiries please contact the Sacramental Coordinator at sacraments@holyspiritnorthryde.org.au OR see the parish website:  www.holyspiritnorthryde.org.au

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