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Volume 3 February 14, 2012 Dear Parents and Students From Sunday’s first reading we have (1 Corinthians 10 : 31) “So, whatever you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” The freedom which Mary Ward describes includes “an entire application and apt disposition to all good works.” To the best of our ability then, we are called to apply ourselves to work for “the greater glory of God” in whatever way seems best, right and just. I thus commend to you the efforts of our wonderful student social justice groups. In their planning for the year ahead they are keen to make a genuine difference for good. I offer heartfelt thanks and praise to all of these students and the staff who assist and encourage them, for their generosity, spirit and compassion. Thank you to Loreto’s St Vincent de Paul group; Caritas group; Interact group; Social Justice Council; Year 11 Community Service volunteers; Rosie’s volunteers; Oxfam Fair Traders; and All who support their efforts. PARENT SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE NEEDED At last week’s P&F meeting we discussed the value and benefits to students of parental involvement and support. An excellent example of this is our Parental Music Support Group. This dynamic and committed group of parents contribute significantly to the high quality and renowned reputation of Loreto’s Music program. Through their involvement they promote increased participation and joyful engagement. Many rewards come from their time, energy and effort. In this spirit, the P&F are keen to see two other groups grow and develop to achieve similar success in line with the goals of the P&F to promote community and to support the efforts of the school. The two additional parent groups we plan to establish are: A Sports Support Group; and A Hospitality and Welcome Group (to include Year Level and Class Parent Reps). The following parents have kindly agreed to oversee the establishment of these groups: Sports Support Group: John Welch and Garry West Hospitality and Welcome Group: Mary Favios and Kerry Fowler
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