Principal's Message
Dear Parents, students and staff,
Fr Gerry: Fr Gerry has announced his retirement from the Parish of St Brigid’s commencing in
January 2019. I would like to thank Fr Gerry for the support and leadership he has shown
throughout his time at St Brigid’s and congratulate him on his ministry in the many Parishes he
has been a part of in the past.
Mrs Sharon Lee: Sharon has accepted a position to teach at another school from 2019.
Sharon has been an asset and a wonderful teacher at Holy Cross and on behalf of the
community I’d like to express our thanks, encouragement with a little bit of sadness.
Advent: Advent is a period of spiritual preparation in which many Christians make themselves
ready for the coming, or birth of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Celebrating Advent typically involves a
season of prayer, fasting, and repentance, followed by anticipation, hope, and joy.
Many Christians celebrate Advent not only by thanking God for Christ's first coming to Earth as
a baby, but also for his presence among us today through the Holy Spirit.
Lighting an Advent wreath is a custom that began with Lutherans and Catholics in 16th-century
Germany. Typically, the Advent wreath is a circle of branches or garland with four or five
candles arranged on the wreath. During the season of Advent, one candle on the wreath is lit
each Sunday as a part of the Advent services.
The three main colours are purple, pink, and white. Purple symbolizes repentance and royalty.
Pink represents joy and rejoicing. In addition, white stands for purity and light.
Coloured clothes and Crazy Hair Day: ELLIE GARNAR who is in Year 1T, cut her hair last
Friday and was supported by the school community to the tune of $578.00. Overall Ellie
raised over $2k that will go towards supporting people with Cancer. Thanks you to Ellie for
displaying courage and determination.
Christmas Tree: The Christmas tree that you can see was created by the Student
Representative Council and friends. The Tree is currently in Sutherland Rd, Riddells Creek
opposite the IGA. Thank you to Mrs Shelton and Mrs Cannon who supported the students and
to Emily Kimmins for organising the Tree.
Uniform Shop: Susie Lockens has co-ordinated our Uniform shop for many years.
This year will be the end of her great work and we would like to thank her for her time and
commitment to this volunteer role
Thanks Susie.
Fr Gerry: Fr Gerry has announced his retirement from the Parish of St Brigid’s commencing in
January 2019. I would like to thank Fr Gerry for the support and leadership he has shown
throughout his time at St Brigid’s and congratulate him on his ministry in the many Parishes he
has been a part of in the past.
Mrs Sharon Lee: Sharon has accepted a position to teach at another school from 2019.
Sharon has been an asset and a wonderful teacher at Holy Cross and on behalf of the
community I’d like to express our thanks, encouragement with a little bit of sadness.
Advent: Advent is a period of spiritual preparation in which many Christians make themselves
ready for the coming, or birth of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Celebrating Advent typically involves a
season of prayer, fasting, and repentance, followed by anticipation, hope, and joy.
Many Christians celebrate Advent not only by thanking God for Christ's first coming to Earth as
a baby, but also for his presence among us today through the Holy Spirit.
Lighting an Advent wreath is a custom that began with Lutherans and Catholics in 16th-century
Germany. Typically, the Advent wreath is a circle of branches or garland with four or five
candles arranged on the wreath. During the season of Advent, one candle on the wreath is lit
each Sunday as a part of the Advent services.
The three main colours are purple, pink, and white. Purple symbolizes repentance and royalty.
Pink represents joy and rejoicing. In addition, white stands for purity and light.
Coloured clothes and Crazy Hair Day: ELLIE GARNAR who is in Year 1T, cut her hair last
Friday and was supported by the school community to the tune of $578.00. Overall Ellie
raised over $2k that will go towards supporting people with Cancer. Thanks you to Ellie for
displaying courage and determination.
Christmas Tree: The Christmas tree that you can see was created by the Student
Representative Council and friends. The Tree is currently in Sutherland Rd, Riddells Creek
opposite the IGA. Thank you to Mrs Shelton and Mrs Cannon who supported the students and
to Emily Kimmins for organising the Tree.
Uniform Shop: Susie Lockens has co-ordinated our Uniform shop for many years.
This year will be the end of her great work and we would like to thank her for her time and
commitment to this volunteer role
Thanks Susie.