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St Peter’s Catholic School
Cambridge
Term 1, 14 April 2021
School Newsletter
Gospel Reflection Principal Reflection
Week 11 - Second Sunday of Easter Tena Koutou Kātoa
John 20: 19-29
Today is Wednesday in our final week of Term 1, 2021. It is also
When Jesus first appeared to the disciples in the locked room,
almost two weeks after the resurrection - where the
Thomas was not with the other disciples. When Jesus appeared he
appearances of Jesus were cloaked in mystery. Not a mystery of
shared the gift of this peace by saying “Peace be
confusion, but a mystery of profound depth and awe.
with you.” Then he gave them the gift of the Holy
Spirit to increase their faith and courage.
It is with this thought today that I reflect upon the ways the Lord
Thomas did not believe the disciples when they
has come to me this school term. It’s easy to miss Him since His
told him that Jesus had risen from the dead,
ongoing presence in our lives is also mysterious. I have however,
Thomas could not believe without seeing.
noticed a catalogue of ‘moments’; snippets in time, which are
worth mentioning. A smile. A blackening monarch chrysalis. A
When Jesus appeared again, he showed Thomas his wounds.
heartfelt apology. A kind word. A tugging on my shirt-tails, with
Because Thomas could see and touch Jesus, he believed that he
keen eyes longing for attention. Each of these goodies - both
had risen from the dead.
great and small are Jesus appearing to us in the form of a
mystery. And each mystery fills me with awe.
Jesus understood that many like Thomas would hear the story of the
resurrection and be filled with doubt.
I wish you all a very happy, safe and healthy holiday - where you
find time to notice the ‘snippets’, the mysteries of Jesus, present
Although we can’t see the risen Jesus today, we believe because
in your beautiful children and young people.
Jesus lives among us in each other. A kind action or a loving remark
are signs of Christ’s power working through other people.
Happy holidays everyone and thank you for your continued
support.
The Lion King Junior Production
Over the past two weeks we have been supported by Michelle Beling- Anita Asumadu
Pretorius, (a talented actress working with Ignite Arts Academy), to PRINCIPAL
audition and cast our production of The Lion King Junior.
Turf Opening
We are pleased to announce that all parts have been cast and we
urge our Year 7/8 students to watch the stage production of Disney’s It was with great pleasure we held our auspicious opening
The Lion King Junior to immerse themselves in this exciting show. ceremony for our new Turf this week. The Deputy Mayor was
The talent and energy present with our students was exciting. present and along with Mrs Asumadu, acknowledged those who
contributed to the turf’s completion including: Debra White, Grant
Stuart, Anita Asumadu,Team Turf, PTFA, Waipa Fun Run,
Values Focus Hamilton Diocese, BOT, C & R Developments, BTG Electrical,
Gisler Architects, Moess Fencing, Dad’s Army, our school
community and Parish supporters.
Fruit of the Holy Spirit Focus: Generosity
Each week we will have 3-4 different FABs (Fill A Bucket) that we We were entertained by a van-load of Sacred Heart Girls’
are going to try that week. Thanks to the senior students and College - sporting pros - displaying netball and hockey skills.
teachers for coming up with these great ideas. The Cambridge News were present and an article will be
featured in their paper in the next few weeks.
This week’s FABs are:
• Saying sorry when you have upset someone. The finale of games on the turf was a fitting display of the
• Go out of your way to help someone else. excitement the turf offers these children, our community and
• Open the door for a teacher, or student. future generations.
Mass Times/Altar Servers:
Saturday 5.30 pm - Aden & Anton Joseph
Sunday 8.30 am - Lucy Ambler & Sasha Toohey
Save the Date
The Catholic Women’s League is hosting an evening with; wine,
juice, nibbles and Celebrity Cook Allyson Gofton on Wednesday, 12th
May, 7pm in the Parish Lounge. For more information phone Moira
on 827 4302.
Term 1 | No 6 2021
Appointments Uniforms
It is with great pleasure we announce the appointments of Uniform sales take place on Thursday mornings
two new staff to our team. during term time, or you can use the online Uniform
Shop which is on our school website
http:/www.stpeterscatholic.school.nz
Mrs Helen Johnston has been appointed as a Learning Orders will be fulfilled Thursday afernoon, and left at
Support Assistant who will be working in the Junior Hub the school office. Once online payment has been received in our
and Room 3, and Mrs Amelia Todd who has been school bank account (Westpac 03-1568-0009985-00) these will
appointed as our Facilities Coordinator. We look forward to be given to your child to bring home.
working with these ladies and congratulate them on their
Please note that the winter uniform can be worn from the start of
appointments. Term 2 with it becoming compulsory after Queen’s Birthday
Weekend. Students are not to wear a combination of both
School Donations uniforms. There are no uniform sales during the term break.
Last week we circulated our Schools’ annual Donation letter, and
earnestly request you address these in a way that best suits you. Teacher Only Day
These donations can be paid in a variety of ways - via internet
banking 03-1568-0009985-00 Reference “Donation”, or by A reminder that MONDAY, 3 MAY (straight after the
EFTPOS or cash at the school office. You are also welcome to holidays) is a Teacher Only Day. School will not be
set up an automatic payment to pay these off over the year. open for instruction on that day. Term 2 will commence
for students on Tuesday, 4th May.
After School Hip Hop Classes - Term 2
Ignite Arts Academy Presents Hip Hop at St
Before/After School Care
Peter's Catholic School in Term Two on Mondays If you require Before/After School Care please contact
with Lance Uerata. Kids Rock on 02102797384 or nmataiti@kidsrock.net.nz
Junior Classes - (Year 0-4) 3.00-3.30 pm for bookings or further information.
Senior Classes (Year 5 - 8) 3.30-4.00 pm
Location: St Peter's School Hall $10 per class
(payable by the term, an invoice will be emailed)
To register your interest or sign up please fill out this google link
EMAIL: info@ignitearts.co.nz, PHONE: 0508 2446 483, MOBILE:
029 770 6823.
If you filled out the expression of interest form last week that
was sent out, you still need to fill out the Ignite Google link
registration above.
Absences
If your child is going to be absent or late for any
reason, please let the School Office know before
9am. You can use the school app to record an
absence (or leave a message on the
answerphone), or email
office@stpeterscatholic.school.nz This saves a
lot of time on follow-up phone calls.
School Holiday Programme
Kelly Sport will once again be running their School Holiday
Programme from our school hall these holidays. Please see their
flyer at the back of this newsletter for further details
Reminders
• For school alerts/reminders please check our School
App or Facebook. Instructions on how to download
our School App are at the back of this newsletter.
• As with Covid-19 recommendations please keep your
child home if they are sick.
• The school gates are closed until 8.30 in the morning.
Please do not drop your children before then unless
they are going to Before School Care.
Maori Phrase
Kia pai ou ra whakata
Enjoy the holidays
22 Anzac Street, Cambridge | Ph: 07-827 6623 | Email: office@stpeterscatholic.school.nz
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