Wishing everyone a Blessed Easter
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As Term 1 comes to an end, we turn our thoughts and hearts to Easter. Lent began with Ash Wednesday and we joined with the parish community, to commit to preparing for Easter. We made the decision to be more, give more and pray more. |
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Last Sunday was Palm Sunday, the start of Holy Week. Holy Week is a time that is set apart in our Church’s liturgical year for our spiritual renewal. It’s a time set apart for us to focus on how we are spiritually renewed through the suffering, death, and Resurrection of Jesus. The message of hope is central to Easter and no more important than this year as we continue to face uncertainty and unease. |
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The Symbols of Holy Week The liturgies of Holy Week are filled with some of the richest and most ancient symbols of the Catholic faith. |
The waving of palms on Passion (Palm) Sunday reminds us that we are called to be followers of Jesus, not just fans who cheer from a distance. The washing of feet on Holy Thursday speaks to us of the selfless love that we are called to practice in imitation of Jesus. |
| The veneration of the cross on Good Friday reminds us that, as Christians, we believe that Jesus can overcome anything, even death.The lighting of the Easter fire in a darkened church and the celebration of baptisms on Holy Saturday speak to us of the new life that is ours because of Jesus’ triumph over the darkness of sin and death through his resurrection. |  |
Below are a selection of resources to support families to observe and celebrate Holy Week together. Students will be provided with learning activities to enhance their knowledge of the importance of Easter. We encourage families to support their children with these activities.
Families can participate in liturgies online - https://www.catholicvoice.org.au/mass-online/
Readings, reflections and prayers for each week - https://litedliturgybrisbane.weebly.com/family-prayer-week-by-week.html/
Information to support knowledge and understanding of Holy Week - https://www.liturgybrisbane.net.au/learn/liturgical-documents/holy-week-at-home/
Short meditations for all - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZgdZ62Bbek&feature=youtu.be