We give thanks for the amazing community at St Anne’s. Amidst the overload of statistical data, the sadness experienced around the world and the heartache and uncertainty which has burdened some of our community financially, there is still much to be thankful for. 

We are thankful to the special women in our lives who offer us so much support to us and sacrifice of themselves. Guided by Mary who showed us Jesus’ humanity, through the simple gestures of motherhood, she helps us to see that when we say ‘the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us’, that it is within our shared human experience to understand the strength and connection of a mother’s love for her child. Mary revealed Jesus to us through her example of selfless love. We would like to extend a belated Happy Mother’s Day to all of our Mothers, Grandmothers and mother figures. We truly appreciate all that you do.

We are also especially thankful this week, for the students who are back in the school. From the happy noisy students on the playground, to the busy classrooms, eager students and delighted teachers to finally have classes face-to-face again. The most common theme being how lovely it is that we can socialise and interact with each other once again. This is in no small part to the amazing support which we have received from you, the parent community, and the resilience and dedication that you have helped to instil in your children. We are truly grateful for all of your hard work in supporting the staff’s efforts to do our best for the students of St Anne’s.

The secondary students began this week, led through some reflections designed to acknowledge their gratitude and to reflect on how they have and continue to grow through this experience. Their responses were heartwarming. 

Together, may we all continue to look for the good in every situation, to rely on each other for support and to focus on what we can control. May we also take time to renew and strengthen our relationship with God, to feel God’s presence and care in our everyday and to praise and thank Him for protecting our community during this uncertain time.