This Sunday, the 1st of December marks the beginning of the season of Advent in the Catholic Church.

Advent is a time where we anticipate and prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It encompasses the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to the celebration of Christmas.  

We celebrate Advent by putting up an Advent wreath and placing a candle each week. 

The 4 candles represent hope, faith, joy and peace. Lighting the candles on the wreath symbolises the coming of light (Jesus) into the world. 

Christmas hamper appeal

Our baskets are starting to fill up and I thank families for their generous contributions so far. I will be happy to accept donations right up until Thursday morning (12 Dec) so that we may gift St Vincent De Paul our baskets after Mass.

A special week ahead. 

Have a blessed week everyone. 

Jeanette Dumbrell - Religious Education Coordinator