Religious Education

While Religious Education lessons form part of each day, Christianity is a way of living and therefore influences every aspect of our school life. We strive to deepen the child's understanding and knowledge of the Catholic Faith, as well as developing a climate that will help children grow in their own faith relationship with God. 

Our Religious Education lessons are based on the Diocesan K-12 Religion Syllabus. 

Sacramental and Liturgical Life

Throughout the year, children participate in whole school masses, class masses and liturgies. These form an important part of our school life and you are invited to join with us for these celebrations.  

Your role as the primary educator is recognised at St James’ in all areas, but particularly in the areas of faith development. Children are prepared for these sacraments by participating in the Parish Based Program, which is supported by the school. We look forward to meeting with you on these occasions. 

Children in Year 3 receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation, whilst children in Year 4 receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. 

Acknowledgement 

We wish to acknowledge that we are in the country of the Awabakal people. 

We pay respect to their tribal elders. 

We celebrate their continuing culture. 

We acknowledge the memory of their ancestors. 

May we walk gently on their land. 

Morning Prayer 

At the beginning of a new day, I give you glory and praise my God. 

I thank you for this day, I offer You all that it may bring. 

Jesus open me to your presence Help me to respond to your Spirit 

Leading and guiding me. 

St. James’, Pray for us. 

Our School Prayer

God bless St James’ School. 

Bless the children and the teachers. 

Let love and peace dwell among us. 

Let our school be full of contentment. 

Incline our hearts to be obedient and eager to learn. 

Oh, mother of God, watch over us. 

Grant us a steady hand and a watchful eye. 

Teach us the beauty of the world, 

That we may, with joy and courtesy, 

Go life’s happy way. Amen