St. Thomas Aquinas College newsletter

College Chronicle

July 30 ^th, 2009

All students at St Thomas Aquinas College from
Grade 2 - Grade 5 will be confirmed at Corpus Christi Church
on Sunday 9th August.

There are other candidates also from the Hampton parish.
It is imperative that all these children are baptised
and have made their First Holy Communion.

The children are to be assembled in the church hall by 9.20am with their sponsors.
There they will be addressed by Fr Pepping in regards to the ceremony.
Girls are to wear white dresses and the boys are to wear full clean school uniform.
Please ensure shoes are polished.

Conference
A reminder that Bishop Fellay will be giving a conference on Monday night
in the church hall at 7pm.

		BOYS SWIMMING (All Fridays during term)
		GIRLS SWIMMING (All Mondays during term)
6th August		FEAST OF THE TRANSFIGURATION SAUSAGE SIZZLE
8th August		DINNER AUCTION
9th August		CONFIRMATIONS
10th August	7pm	CONFERENCE BISHOP FELLAY
27th - 28th August		YEAR 11/12 GIRLS MT BAW BAW SKI TRIP
18th September		TERM THREE FINISHES
6th October		TERM FOUR COMMENCES

Sale is held in theConference Room of the Casey Indoor Leisure Complex,
65 Berwick Cranbourne Rd, Cranbourne
Enter via the main car park at the right of Cranbourne Library.

ALL BOOKS ARE DUE BACK TO MARION PEPPING NO LATER THAN THIS SUNDAY. EVERY FAMILY AT THE COLLEGE RECEIVED A BOOK. EVEN IF YOUR BOOK IS NOT COMPLETELY SOLD WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE RETURN IT. THIS MATTER HAS NOW MOVED INTO THE URGENT CATEGORY!

Parents please note that after 11th August a general uniform inspection conducted by Fr. Delsorte and Mrs. Powell will take place for Senior girls. Particular attention will be given to the winter skirt which should be mid-calf length. Your continued support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

DINNER AUCTION RAFFLE:
Some money was handed in at the office late in 2nd Term for the payment of Raffle Tickets however there were no butts of the tickets included. It is important that we receive the sold butts so that they can be included in the draw.

Lunch from the pie stall and a drink provided for all those in uniform and attending. Sitting as a body at 10am Mass. Bring note books and little offices .

WANTED:
Posters or Prints of Our Lady, Our Lord and / or any saints. If you have any that you do not need then Mrs Kathleen Donnelly would be most grateful for them. Please contact Kathleen on 5629 2119.

SAUSAGE SIZZLE:
All orders need to be returned by TOMORROW. No orders will be accepted after Monday 3rd August as stated on the order form.

MAJELLAN PRAYER GROUP:
The next evening for the Majellan ladies is:
Friday 28th August. At the moment we do not have a venue for this meeting so if you are able to offer your home please call Pauline on 56292988.
Time: 7.30pm
All ladies of the parish most welcome to attend. At 7.30pm the rosary is lead by Fr Pepping and following that Father gives the ladies a talk. The evening concludes with supper and social time. Please bring a plate.

SWIMMING AND LUNCH ORDERS:
Girls from Mannix and McKillop can have lunch orders on Thursdays during this term due to swimming on Mondays.

USED STAMPS:
Thank you to the many people who have contributed used stamps to raise money for the Holy Cross Seminary. Please do not send the stamps directly to the Seminary, but place them in the boxes provided in the church and the school. Your help is much appreciated.

My Prayer Book
Happiness in Goodness
Reflections, Counsels, Prayers and Devotions
By Rev. F. X. Lasance
Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur, New York, 19 September 1908

An excellent remedy for “the blues” and preventive of dumpishness will be found in this suggestion, “Keep the corners of your mouth turned up;” in other words, keep a smile upon your lips, even when you are alone. Try it. It acts like a charm. It keeps one in good spirits, and it drives the frown from other faces too. It acts like sunshine. It warms and brightens all it falls upon. A smile will suppress the angry retort that is dancing on the quivering lips. Smiling faces make a peaceful, happy home. - Anonymous.