Catholic Life & Reflection
This week our Junior Primary students will begin participating in Liturgies of the Word with Fr Michael. These will occur every Thursday at 12 noon. Year 2B are focusing on the continuing story of Easter. Miss Norris was very proud of the children and how they engaged in the liturgy.
What teachers are Learning About
On Thursday I attended the REC network day. We were lucky enough to be spoken to by Professor Peta Goldberg on the understanding of the Trinity.
One of the most powerful things I learnt was why we say “three persons” of the trinity. I have always felt this to be a confusing term. Why the term 'person'?
Peta explained that in Roman times the term ‘persona' referred to the different characters played by the same actor in a theatre play. By changing masks the new character with a different personality, strengths and gifts was born but the actor (the essence) remained the same.
A simple but effective analogy to ponder on when thinking about the Trinity. I came away from the day inspired and very aware of how much more I have to learn!
Two female theater masks. Roman fresco from the House of the Golden Bracelet (VI 17, 42) in Pompeii. 1st cent. BCE - 1st cent. CE.
Catholic Life and Reflection
Being a parent is tough!
In the rush to get to the REC Network meeting yesterday I had put petrol in the car, made lunches, got two (rather reluctant) kids out of bed and off to school/uni, packed the dishwasher and got myself organised. So by the time I fell into my seat just as the meeting began I was a bit tired. Just a normal day really!
The day began with the Archbishop speaking to us, mentioning that he gets up in the morning and prays for two hours without interruptions. He was quick to acknowledge that this was a privilege denied to many who were in the room with him! I did smile at this.
He went on to express his deep passion for prayer. That it is the grounding we all need. That mindfulness is not enough. He called us “to baptise” mindfulness. If we can find time for this then why not for prayer?
My comment to His Grace was that sometimes people are worried about not doing it “right”. The right words, or thoughts or understanding. He agreed that we need to continue to encourage our staff and families to keep trying. There is no right or wrong way to pray but avoiding it actually does us some harm.
I am inspired to commit to more prayer in my life. What are your thoughts?
God bless you all,
Stephanie Stewart
Religious Education Coordinator
