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Hi Families,
please find the link to access this Year's advent calendar here below:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vT87bmhnmrkByV3mjU3GnjwkSaLRshJzEYMuG3xV8RszKVNCLmtg0eshIGcHYVj25r9GbonzZUm54ke/pub?start=true&loop=false&delayms=60000&slide=id.gf373da7774_0_0

Connect and Enjoy!

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Join us for morning Tea with other parents every Thursday at 10.30am.
Zoom link below.

Topic: Mid morning tea with parents
Time: Nov 18, 2021 10:30 AM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney
Every week on Thu, 4 occurrence(s)
Nov 18, 2021 10:30 AM
Nov 25, 2021 10:30 AM
Dec 2, 2021 10:30 AM
Dec 9, 2021 10:30 AM
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Weekly: https://scscatholic.zoom.us/meeting/u5UqceutrDooEtatHD9M4lpXeHWjebkYbpu8/ics?icsToken=98tyKu-pqT0oH9aUshGFR_McB4_oa-_zpn5Bj7dciDfBWg0HbhPOM8p1OLd9G-HS

Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
https://scscatholic.zoom.us/j/61762521282

Join from SIP/H.323 room system:
SIP: 61762521282@zmau.us
H.323: 202.177.207.158 (meeting ID: 617 6252 1282)

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Please join us on Monday at 1.00pm for 40-45 mins to meditate on the Sunday Gospels during Advent.
When: Monday 1.00pm starting on 22nd November for 5 weeks
Where: on Zoom https://scscatholic.zoom.us/j/69052911535
Why: to stop and reflect on the Sunday Gospel and be ready to welcome Jesus at Christmas.

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Join the Heartfelt community on Instagram

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Join the Heartfelt community on Instagram

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heart FELT (@heartfeltcommunity) on Instagram

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An online community supporting Families Experiencing Loss & Trauma
Hosted by Bridget Sakr & supported by Grief Care
• Monday at 7:30pm AEST via Zoom

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Welcome to Aid to the Church in Need's spiritual sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy. This is a place for prayer, meditation, and spiritual healing for you and for the Suffering Church. A place to connect with God and to reach out to your friends in sacred prayer.
Choose your virtual chapel to light your candle.

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Welcome to Aid to the Church in Need's spiritual sanctuary dedicated to Our Lady of Mercy. This is a place for prayer, meditation, and spiritual healing for you and for the Suffering Church. A place to connect with God and to reach out to your friends in sacred prayer.Choose your virtual chapel to light your candle.

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I will carry you - song from John Burland

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I will carry you - song from John Burland

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October month of the Rosary - Family Rosary

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October month of the Rosary - Family Rosary

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October is the month of the Rosary and as a network we have decided to recite a Rosary together every Thursday in October at 7.30pm starting from Thursday October 8th - the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary.

The zoom link is on the flyer attached.

I hope to see you there!
If you want to actively participate and recite part on it on Zoom, please send me an email to elisa.razzoli@syd.catholic.edu.au and I will let you know the part that has been assigned to you.

Thank you!
Elisa

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Prayer for the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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Prayer for the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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Most lovable Mother Mary, our Father in Heaven created you with delight. You are His creature whom He made worthy to become the holy Mother of His Son. You were born into a family of Saints. Pray for me today that my joy in your Son will increase and that my family may become more holy.

(State your intentions)

Dearest Mother, please pray for me and for these my intentions. Amen.

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These rosary virtues pages are a great way for kids to get them exposed to the virtues of the Catholic Faith.

*sourced from the website: catholicsprouts.com

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Call, FaceTime or Make a Video for Family You Cannot Visit

Not being able to connect with and see our extended family can be difficult. Why not make a video using your phone and send it to them. Draw a picture, write a special message, take a photo of it and send it to your family to help brighten up their day.

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Be a light and connect through a card or letter

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Be a light and connect through a card or letter

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Card making or letter writing is a great way to connect when we can’t see each other physically. Send a letter or card to a member of your extended family or neighbour who lives alone.

*website with tips on how to make a card is from Craftsy.com

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Need a card, like, now? Been there. But here's the good news: we've got all the inspo for quick cards that still look cute. You can make these cards in under 30 minutes, with supplies you probably already have around the house (or buried in your craft room). Score!

Pro Tip For each of these projects, you need some basic supplies: card stock; blank white cards and envelopes; cutting tools like scissors, an X-ACTO knife or a paper trimmer; and a paper-friendly adhesive . Additional supplies for specific cards are detailed below.

1. Get Lit

What You Need

Sometimes making a cute card is as simple as... taping something to the front. Glue a pretty piece of card stock to the front of a blank card, add a message and grab an old birthday candle from your kitchen junk drawer. Voila - a perfect (and unique!) birthday card, in no time flat.

2. Washi Waves

What You Need

Make this cool design by printing or stamping your message (or, in this case, messages) onto the blank card. Then cut a length of colorful washi tape and use scissors to make ripple-y organic shapes. Use these waves to frame your lettering, and your card's ready to roll!

3. DIY Your Own Stamps

What You Need

When it comes to paper crafting, you can't go wrong with stamping. This card uses simple triangles to make a geometric layout we LOVE. Don't have a stamp? No sweat - you can DIY one by cutting up a white eraser. If you have a little extra time, use a box cutter or X-ACTO knife to carve a pattern into your stamp for extra detail!

4. We All Scream for This Card

What You Need

Coffee sleeve

Tacky glue

Nonpareils

Finally, a card that combines two of our favorite things: ice cream and coffee. (Kind of). If your crafting obsession is fueled by caffeine, cut an old coffee sleeve into a cone and glue it to your card. Top it off with some nonpareils, and you've got the scoop on a gorgeous greeting.

5. Get a Tissue

What You Need

Tissue Paper

Glue stick

Circle punches in different sizes

To get this fun look, print or stamp the card's message and simply add some tissue paper. Tissue paper is see-through, so you can use a glue stick to paste the paper right on top of your letters with no fear of obscuring them.

Pro Tip You can trace and cut the circles by hand, but using circle punches is easier (and a LOT faster, too!).

6. Stamp It Out

What You Need

Pencils with erasers

Ink pads

We are all. about. the polka dots. Print, stamp or hand letter your message, then just press an unused pencil eraser to an ink pad and start dotting!

7. We "Like Like" This Card

What You Need

Ink pads

Pencil cap erasers

Pencil

Stencil or scrap piece of paper

When it comes to stamping, erasers are your BFF for sure. Use pencil cap erasers to create a cool ring effect and grab a stencil of your choosing to stamp out the design. If you don't have a stencil on hand, just draw your shape on a scrap piece of paper, cut out the inside and use that as a work-around!

8. Yeah, Baby!

What You Need

Washi tape

Wax paper

Pen or marker

Bring the energy with washi tape letters. Write out your message in big block letters on wax paper and cover 'em with washi tape. Then just flip it over, cut out the letters and add them to your card with a few other accents!

9. Add Emphasis... in Glitter!

What You Need

A giant, glittery exclamation point is juuuust the right amount of extra. Print or stamp your message onto the card, cut out some glitter paper and paste. It's that simple!

10. A Balloon Bouquet, But Make It Mini

What You Need

Mini pom poms

Tacky glue

Pen

Three words: mini pom poms. We're diggin' this design for all birthday and non-birthday celebrations. Use a small dot of tacky glue to stick on your mini pom poms, then once they're dry draw the strings with a simple pen stroke.

11. DIY Confetti

What You Need

Tissue paper

Hole punch

Washi tape

Circle punches, two different sizes

Gauze bag

Confetti is cool, but it's even better when you make it yourself! This card is like a mini, mobile party all on its own. Use a hole punch to make confetti pieces out of tissue paper, pour 'em into a pretty gauze bag and tape 'em to your card. So cute!

12. Make Something Magical

What You Need

The perfect card for a fairy tale-loving kiddo... or an adult who appreciates some whimsy. This card might look like it takes a bit longer to make, but we've got templates for that - just print 'em out, trace the images onto card stock, cut the pieces and glue it all together.

Pro Tip In the template, the rainbow rays are complete circles. You can either slice them in half before transferring them to card stock, or you can fold them in half afterwards. Whatever makes sense to you!

13. Poppin' Petals

What You Need

Fake flower

Washi tape

Paper fasteners

Flower lovers, this one's for you. It's easy to attach a bold bloom to a card with a paper fastener, and it looks so pretty! Embellish your design with some washi tape and a message, and you're good to go.

Photos by Kimberly Stoney.

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13 Easy Card-Making Ideas That Take 30 Minutes or Less

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Need a card, like, now? Been there. But here's the good news: we've got all the inspo for quick cards that still look cute. You can make these cards in under 30 minutes, with supplies you probably already have around the house (or buried in your craft room). Score!

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"Give me, o Lord,

a steadfast heart

which no unworthy thought can drag downwards;

an unconquered heart

which no tribulation can wear out;

an upright heart

which no unworthy purpose may tempt aside.

Bestow upon me also,
o Lord my God,

understanding to know you,

diligence to seek you,

wisdom to find you,

and a faithfulness that may finally embrace you;

through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Amen

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Dear St Vincent's Families,
please find attached a handout to help you celebrate Fathers' Day.
Have a blessed and joyful weekend.
God bless,
Elisa

*Sourced from Cathfamily.org

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A very nice video that can help us during this time. Please watch it with your children.

*Sourced from Youtube, a small collection of parts of Disney Movies

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The current Sydney Catholic School campaign is: 'Be a Light in Lockdown'. 

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The current Sydney Catholic School campaign is: 'Be a Light in Lockdown'. 

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In this space you will find initiatives and options to engage during lockdown!

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Grandparents' day is on July 26. Please find here a prayer to share with your family.

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Create Lego scenes of ‘Be a Light in Lockdown’.
Let your creativity shine brightly and interpret the theme however you wish through Lego. Ideas may include building:

Scenes from the Gospel where Jesus showed us how to be the light to others

Sources of light; the Sun, lighthouses, lanterns, candles, torches

Every day scenes of people being the light for one another during lockdown

Lego portraits of people who are being the light during lockdown...

The sky’s the limit!
Please send a photo of your child's scene or object to share with the rest of the school. My email: elisa.razzoli@syd.catholic.edu.au

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Please print for your children to colour and post to their grandparents. Or you can take a photo and send it to them by phone.

*Image sourced from the Holy Heroes website.

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Please find here attached an idea for Grandparents' day. Phone your grandparents and ask them those questions...