Principal's Message
Dear Parents and Carers
In last Sunday's Gospel, Luke (15:1-3, 11-32), we encountered the powerful parable of the Prodigal Son—a timeless story of reconciliation, forgiveness, and unyielding hope. As we continue our journey through the Lenten season, this parable resonates deeply with the themes of repentance and God's boundless mercy.
The prodigal son's journey reminds us that, despite our shortcomings and wanderings, God eagerly awaits our return with open arms, ready to forgive and embrace us. This message is particularly poignant as we navigate the Year of Hope, a time for reflection, renewal, and strengthening our faith in God's unwavering love for each of us.
During Lent, we are called to follow the example of the prodigal son by seeking reconciliation and forgiveness in our relationships—with God, with others, and with ourselves. It is a season of contemplation, prayer, and acts of kindness, where we strive to emulate the mercy and compassion shown to us by our Heavenly Father.
As a school community, let us embody the spirit of hope and reconciliation portrayed in this Gospel. Let us support one another in our Lenten journey, fostering a sense of unity and compassion that reflects the love of God. Together, may we deepen our understanding of forgiveness and embrace the transformative power of God's grace in our lives.
As we approach the end of Term 1, I would also like to take a moment to reflect on the term and express my gratitude to every one of you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our school community. We have had a very successful term, filled with academic achievements, extra-curricular activities, and a strong sense of community spirit. Our students should be proud of the hard work they have put into achieving such success. I would also like to commend our staff for their tireless efforts in supporting our students' faith, learning and well-being and their ongoing professionalism and dedication to planning high-quality learning experiences.
Easter is a great reminder that Christ died and rose again for each one of us. His death and resurrection can transform our lives. Lives that have a love for our neighbour, respect for all creation and lives that restore hope and mercy. This easter, we invite you to participate in the Easter celebrations in our Parish.
May the blessing of the risen Lord accompany all of us on our journey towards the light of Easter.
I hope your week ahead and the holiday break is a special time with your family.
Thank you once again for your support and hard work during Term 1.
Have a happy and Holy Easter with your family and friends.
Mrs Vicky Davidson
PRINCIPAL
St Francis of Assisi acknowledges and pays respect to the Dharawal people, past and present, the traditional custodians on whose land we educate our students.