Last Day of Lessons for Year 12s Today is the last day of formal lessons for our Year 12 students. They will now have time to study for their exams which will start in a few weeks' time, and finish their final assessments. We thank them for everything they have contributed to our school community during their time here at St Joseph's, and we wish them the best as they finish this last part of their schooling journey. Lord, help the Year 12s remember what they have learned, an

This evening the Year 12 students and families will gather in the Church for a special Mass to pray for God's guidance over the next few weeks when they finish assessments and have exams. This special blessing song will be sung for them. Lord, please watch over our Year 12 students as they complete their final assessments and exams. Give them strength to keep working hard, and peace and calmness to keep them steady. Amen.

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil.

Oceans The song, “Oceans” is an invitation– a song that invites us to be led by the Spirit towards Jesus in the realities of our uncertain and turbulent life. “Oceans” reminds us to continually cast our gaze at Jesus rather than the sea of doubts and worries that plague our lives. In Matthew 14:22-33, Jesus calls Peter to step out of the boat and walk on the water. Peter does so, but when he takes his eyes off of Jesus and looks at the waves, he begins to sink. This story

Loving God, Today we give thanks for our outgoing student leaders. We are grateful for the way they have served our school community with dedication, courage, and generosity. Bless them as they continue their journey and help them to use their gifts to make a difference in the world. We also pray for the new group of student leaders being presented today. Fill them with wisdom, confidence, and compassion. May they lead by example, serve others with humility, and inspire hope

2026 Diocesan Prayer Growing in Hope Loving and faithful God, You continue to sow abundant seeds of goodness Help us to nurture these seeds to grow hope in ourselves and in others. In our hearts, let there be hope— hope that trusts in Your promise and believes that Your light always shines. All: Help us to grow in hope In our actions, let there be love— love that never stops caring, that is patient, kind, and generous. All: Help us to grow in love In our thoughts, le

Loving God, Help us today to give our very best in all that we do. When things are difficult, give us the courage to keep trying. When we make mistakes, help us to learn from them and not give up. Fill us with resilience, confidence, and hope, knowing that You are always with us. May we encourage one another, work with kindness, and strive to become the people You are calling us to be. Amen.