This week we keep in our prayers: 

• As the season of Advent approaches, let us contemplate the wonderful opportunities the season will bring.
• For our school community, that we may reflect on an extraordinary year and the wonderful opportunities for growth and development this year has presented. 
• That our staff and students enjoy a well-deserved rest these holidays and stay safe this Christmas Season.   

Sunday’s Gospel- Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.  

Please find shared in this week’s newsletter: the Sunday prayer at home which has some wonderful resources to unpack this week’s readings in a family friendly way.    

In 1925 Pope Pius XI decided it was time to challenge some of the hostile powers of the world during very unsettling times. He established the feast of Christ the King to let the battling political powers of the world know where the ultimate authority lay. With nearly a century passing since this time has seen the religious and secular politics of the world change radically, however, there are those who still dare to claim higher authority and power. This week’s reading is a reminder that none have loved and will ever love us like Jesus Christ.  This week we remind ourself and fill our hearts with the knowledge that the Kingdom of Christ, is an eternal and universal kingdom, a kingdom that is full of truth and life, a kingdom of holiness and grace, and a kingdom of justice, love and peace. Such beautiful words to bring comfort as we move into this time of Advent. As the season begins let us care for each other and show compassion to those in need. This week’s feast of Christ the King may take place with a backdrop of heavenly glory, it is designed to anchor us firmly in the world as it is. This week’s let us reflect on how we care for others.  

Season of Advent 

During this extraordinary year, I write this final reflection as the Assistant Principal in Religious Education with deep gratitude, privilege, and joy. In a year of such highs and lows there has been so many amazing moments to reflect and appreciate this wonderful community and school at St Joseph’s.  I am truly a big fan of Pope Francis and in particular his invitation to be ‘amazed by newness’ and I hope and pray that each family of this beautiful community spends an advent season full of deep peace, hope and joy. I wish that each day we celebrate in our hearts and be amazed by each offering that life presents each day with newness. I shall take with me many wonderful memories of my time here at St Joseph, that I go forth in my new job with Catholic Education and continue living my life the St Joseph’s Way. This wonderful town has truly left a mark on me and I feel truly blessed to be welcomed into this amazing community with such open arms and no matter where my journey continues I will always look back fondly on my time here in Weipa, especially the most spectacular sunsets I have ever been blessed to see.  

Semester Two Academic Reports 

Student Academic Reports for Semester Two will be available for download via the Parent Portal this week. Parents are able to access student’s academic reports through the Parent Portal. I have included steps below to assist you. Please feel free to contact our office should you experience any difficulty with accessing your child’s academic report.  

May St Joseph smile on you,  

Meg Newell 

APRE/CST