Parish Mass

You're warmly invited to join us for Mass at St Kevin’s Parish on Sunday, 1st June at 9:30 am, followed by a lovely morning tea in the MacKillop Centre—we’d love to see you there!

Celebrating Catholic Education: A Journey of Hope

This special week is a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect on the gift of Catholic education. It’s more than just a time of celebration—it’s a reminder of why it truly matters. Catholic education is about more than just books and exams; it’s about faith, community, and the values that shape our children’s futures. 

This year, as we embrace the Jubilee Year, the theme Pilgrims of Hope resonates deeply within our schools. The word pilgrims doesn’t mean we are setting off on long journeys with hiking poles, but rather that we are all on a journey—students, teachers, and families alike. And hope? That’s what keeps us moving forward, even when things feel uncertain. 

Hope isn’t just about wishing for a better future—it’s something we build together through our actions. We see it every day—in the teacher who stays behind to help a student, in the classmates who support a friend, and in the parents who generously give their time in the canteen. Hope is in the small moments—the ones that may not make headlines but shape our community in the most meaningful way. 

As we celebrate, let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible role Catholic education plays in guiding our children, strengthening our faith, and fostering the hope that keeps us all moving forward—together. 

Celebrating the Feast of St Kevin – June 3rd

On June 3rd, we celebrate the feast day of our school’s patron saint, St Kevin. St Kevin is a very special figure in Irish history and in our school community.

St Kevin, also known by his Irish name Coemgen, was born in Leinster, Ireland, and came from a royal family. From a young age, he was guided by other holy people, including St Cronan and St Petroc, who helped him grow in faith and learning.

As a young man, St Kevin chose to live a quiet and peaceful life in a beautiful valley called Glendalough, just outside of Dublin. He lived there as a hermit, spending time in prayer and reflection, surrounded by nature.

After several years, people began to hear about St Kevin’s wisdom and kindness, and many came to learn from him. He eventually started a monastery where others could join him to pray, learn, and live in a peaceful community.

St Kevin is remembered for his deep faith, his love of nature, and his gentle spirit, as well as the many stories of miracles connected to his life. As we celebrate his feast day, we reflect on the values he lived by—peace, learning, prayer, and care for others and the world around us—which continue to inspire and guide our school community every day.

Happy Feast Day of St Kevin!

Donna Morgan

Religious Education Coordinator