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We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we are situated and remind you that we are gathered on Aboriginal land.
We acknowledge the Elders of this land both past and present.
Paschal Law
Jesus reveals in this week’s gospel (John 12:20-33) nothing less than the secret to life!
“Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit” (John 12:24).
Pope Francis calls this: “the Paschal Law – losing life in order to receive it renewed and eternal.”(Vatican 18/3/18) And what does losing life mean? That is, what does it mean to be the grain of wheat? It means to think less about oneself, about personal interests and to know how to “see” and to meet the needs of our neighbours, especially the least of them.
The world encourages us to devote ourselves to being self-centred and selfish: to being the fastest, smartest, prettiest, strongest, wealthiest, most powerful individual we can be; at the expense of anyone in our path. Jesus’ message of self-less-ness is counter-intuitive – but deep down we know he is right. Pope Francis reminds us (LS204) that “When people become self-centred and self-enclosed, their greed increases. The emptier a person’s heart is, the more he or she needs to buy, own and consume”.
Growing and changing, as we yearn to do,will cost. Lent flushes out the pockets where selfishness reigns. “To joyfully carry out works of charity towards those who suffer in body and spirit is the most authentic way of living the Gospel. It is the necessary foundation upon which our communities can grow in reciprocal fraternity and welcome”.
Does it hurt, this little death to myself?Sometimes. Parting with money for Project Compassion until it hurts; quietly taking on extra tasks at home or in the community; curbing our unruly tongue; skipping a favourite activity to spend quality time with an elderly neighbour. But sense the fruitfulness of new life filling your heart!
BOOKINGS FOR MASSES
Weekend of March 20th & 21st - 5th Sunday of Lent:
Go to https://www.trybooking.com/BPQNX
Weekend of March 27th & 28th - Palm Sunday:
Go to https://www.trybooking.com/BPRNP
The Sacred Paschal Triduum
Go to https://www.trybooking.com/BPQLC
This will bring up the list of Masses.
Click on book now button and follow the prompts
Click on the Mass you wish to attend (please only choose one Mass)
Then click on the number of tickets required.
(Please note Children over 12 months need to have a ticket booked)
Then fill in your details.
Click on purchase ticket. TICKETS ARE FREE.
Make sure that you have completed the purchase of your ticket by checking your email confirmation. If you do not get an email confirming your ticket please contact the parish office.
(You don’t need to print or bring your ticket.)
You must book in to come to a Sunday Mass.
Warragul & Drouin Masses are strictly limited to 80 people. Neerim South 50 people.
If you have any issues please call Prue at the Parish office p: 5623 1642.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
TONIGHT
Our Reconciliation Candidates will be celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation tonight or tomorrow night:
Wednesday, 18th March at 7pm at St Ita’s Church, Drouin
OR
Thursday, 19th March at 7pm at St Joseph’s Church Warragul.
We ask all these families to please arrive 20mins before a 7pm start.
Please keep these children and their families in your prayers as they continue their faith journey together. We pray they grow in their knowledge and love for God and each other.
For more information please contact Therese on 0499 116 428.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
St. Ita’s Church Drouin on Friday, 19th March at 7.30 pm.
St Joseph’s and St Ignatius’ on Good Friday at 10.30am or
STATIONS OF THE CROSS IN THE PARK
Where: Civic Park, Drouin (Starting from the eastern end (off Hopetoun Rd)
When: 10.30am Good Friday (April 2nd)
Who: Anyone who would like to join us
Why: An opportunity for the Christians of Drouin to gather in reverent witness around the cross. We need volunteers from the various congregations of Drouin as readers of scripture/ prayer. It would be wonderful if each congregation could take on 2 of the 14 Stations.
Contact: Rev Mark Kelly. (mkelly@mscw.vic.edu.au or 0427748646)
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION - TONIGHT
Our Reconciliation Candidates will be celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation TONIGHT or TOMORROW:
Wednesday, 18th March at 7pm at St Ita’s Church, Drouin
OR
Thursday, 19th March at 7pm at St Joseph’s Church Warragul.
We ask all these families to please arrive 20 mins before a 7pm start.
Please keep these children and their families in your prayers as they continue their faith journey together. We pray they grow in their knowledge and love for God and each other.
For more information please contact Therese on 0499 116 428
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5 & Grade 6 - WATER SAFETY PROGRAM
All students in grades 3-6 will participate in a water safety program at the Warragul Leisure Centre for 1 session each day next week from Monday to Thursday: Monday 22nd March to Thursday 25th March. Students must wear their bathers, bring a towel and change of underwear on each of these days next week.
Parents please advise your permission for your child to participate on Operoo today. Class Teachers will advise more details via Class Dojo.
MARIST-SION YEAR 7 - 2022 - INFORMATION
Any Grade 6 students and their parents that missed the Year 7 Information evening for 2022 at Marist Sion College last week will be sent home an information pack tomorrow (once students have returned from Camp).
HOT CROSS BUN FUNDRAISING DRIVE
For Easter this year we will be running a Bakers Delight Hot Cross Bun Drive to support local business within our community whilst fundraising for our school.All orders placed will raise $2 per pack for the school to help fund a new shade sail for the lower playground.
END OF TERM - SCHOOL BUS
School buses will run on the last day of term which is Thursday 1st April.SCHOOLPIX SCHOOL PHOTO DAY
Student Schoolpix school photos will take place on Friday 30th April, the second week back of Term 2. Students will be required to wear their full winter uniform including jumpers and black school shoes. Please contact Beleza now if you require any winter uniform to ensure they have stock.
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GIRLS. . . . . . WINTER |
BOYS. . . . . . WINTER |
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Blue tartan tunic |
Dark grey trousers / or grey shorts |
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Royal blue polo shirt with school logo |
Royal blue polo shirt with school logo |
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Navy blue tights or navy blue long socks |
Grey socks |
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Black lace-up or buckle, leather shoes |
Black lace-up or buckle, leather shoes or boots |
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Royal blue windcheater / jumper with school logo |
Royal blue windcheater / jumper with school logo |
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or Navy blue bomber jacket with school logo (Grade 6 only) |
or Navy blue bomber jacket with school logo (Grade 6 only) |
| Optional : Royal blue beanie with school logo | Optional : Royal blue beanie with school logo |
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Optional: Navy blue rain jacket with school logo |
Optional: Navy blue rain jacket with school logo |
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Optional: On days of extreme cold, tailored navy blue school pants can be worn with black school shoes. |
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Sport uniform - royal blue tracksuit pants instead of shorts/skort permitted |
Sport uniform - royal blue tracksuit pants instead of shorts/skort permitted |
SCHOOL FEES & FEE CONCESSION
Term 1 school fees are now due. BPAY details are available on your school fee statement. School fees are due by the 4th week of each term and must be paid in full by the end of the school year they are due, December 2021.
If any families would like to pay off their fees either weekly, fortnightly or monthly, please set up a direct debit schedule by completing a Direct Debit Form and returning to the school office at your earliest convenience. Please calculate the total fees payable by the number of weeks/payments required for your fees to be paid by December 2021. For any assistance please contact the school Admin office via email on: admin@stidrouin.catholic.edu.au
For any families that have recently received a Government means-tested health care concession card & have not already advised the school office, please forward a copy of your card to the office to check your eligibility, as a fee concession may apply. The card must be in the name of the parent/fee payer for a fee concession to apply with the student details listed on the card. A CSEF (Camp, Sport & Excursion Fund) form must also be completed.
If your current Health Care concession card has expired, or is due to expire and your card is re-issued or any details have changed, please send a copy of your new card details to the office as soon as possible for the concession to be checked and applied to your fees.
Drouin Anglican Op Shop
We are looking for Volunteers for our Op Shop near Woolworths in Drouin, and our Warehouse in Roberts Crt Drouin.
We are asking for people who can commit at least 3 hours per week.
We are looking for retail assistants, sorters and packers, and also drivers for our van (no special licence required) and volunteers who would prepared to complete a test and tag course (which we would pay for).
Please contact the Manager John Griffiths on 0418 349 557.
