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On Tuesday the 19th of February Grade 6 students walked down to the Darwin Cenotaph at Bicentennial Park for the commemoration of the Bombing of Darwin. We got to experience the sound of the air siren, bombs, guns and planes. As school Captains we went to the front and placed our school wreath. Thankyou Mrs Ferreira and Ms Ava for taking us to the Bombing of Darwin commemoration, remember don’t leave history a mystery. - Sean and Lily (School Captains)
It is important as young citizens of Darwin that we do not forget this memorable and sad event. Here are some of our thoughts and reflections from the experience:
The bombing of Darwin is a special day for the soldiers that sacrificed from when the Japanese bombed Darwin in 1942. We remember the soldiers that died on that day and for the soldiers that lived and the ones that lived said a speech for a friend they lost or for friends they lost. They shot the guns in the air for the soldiers that died. - Joshua
The bombing of Darwin is about when the Japanese bombed Darwin in the 1942. Over 1000 mums and kids were evacuated so they didn’t die and returned when the war was over. 200 people dead and 400 injured. - Tiyana
The bombing of Darwin is when japan bombed Darwin. - Rasika
Darwin was bombed in 1942 when the Japanese warned and scared the Australians but when the war ended in 1944 many people died about 195 died. - Zachary
The Bombing of Darwin is a day to remember when the Japanese first bombed Darwin in 1942. - Brooklyn
Bombing of Darwin is a day that we remember those who died in war. - Mia M
The bombing of Darwin is where we all remember the people who fought for Australia in the war and people sacrificed their lives for the city and were people who didn’t see this coming and were forced to be in it. - Jake C
The bombing of Darwin is the day Japan bombed Darwin this day we are need to remember the people that risk their lives to save Darwin. - Ruby
The bombing of Darwin is the day that Japan bombed us, we remember the people who were injured and died and fought for us and Australia. We remember it to this day. - Mac
The bombing of Darwin was set on the 19th of February 1942 it all started a sunny dry morning until 9:58 hit and it all came down the bomb sirens went off and without even realizing two Japan aircrafts dropped bombs from the sky as we made our ten minute walk to the bombing of Darwin commemoration we we’re all waiting and wondering what it what it would be like and boy it was so much different than I expected. - Jessica
The Bombing of Darwin is when on Tuesday 19 of February we remember the people that have died it’s a very special moment. - Maggie
On Tuesday February 19th the year sixes went to the bombing of Darwin 77th anniversary and there were loud gunshot noises and gunfire followed by a choir singing old songs and the national anthem and also there were a lot of other schools there. - Aidan
The bombing of Darwin is about Darwin being bombed by the Japanese and the sacrifice of all of the soldiers. - Jake J
When we went to the ceremony and the cannon went off if you closed your eyes you could have imagined what was happening, everything was so intense, everyone fighting, they were doing it for their country. The people who were talking did things with lots of thought whenever this day comes they think of the people who fought for them and made them happy about how they live today, when there is peace. - Emily
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Lord, help us to be thankful for one another. Help my children to be thankful for each other, for our family to be grateful for each member and to pray one another continually. Our gratitude for one another will bind us together as a family, and our prayers for each other will further unify us in gratitude and love.
Pray Before Family Mealtime
Father, We have gathered to share a meal in Your honor. Thank You for putting us together as family, and thank You for this food. Bless it to our bodies, Lord. We thank you for all of the gifts you’ve given to those around this table. Help each member of our family use these gifts to your glory. Guide our mealtime conversations and steer our hearts to Your purpose for our lives. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Pray with Kids at Bedtime
Dear God, we thank you tonight for the good day and for the special way you take care of us all the time. Thank you for the fun times outside and the quiet times inside, and for helping us learn new things every day.
Thank you for creating us special, exactly the way you wanted. Thank you for protecting us throughout the day. Forgive us for the wrong things we do. Thank you for loving us even when we disobey or try to do things our way. Help us to always choose your way, God, because it’s always best. We pray for all the people who don’t know you, and that they will come to understand your love for them, too.
Bless our family and thank you for good times together and apart. Bless our friends and those we love, including our grandparents, our aunts and uncles and cousins. Thank you for our home and a place to sleep and good food to eat. Help us rest well, give us peaceful dreams, and send your angels around our home to protect us throughout the night. Teach us to trust you and to love you more and more. You are good; you are great; and you are faithful, God. And we love you. Good night.
">Altar Server Ministry - Have you ever considered becoming an Altar Server?
The St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Cathedral is looking to expand their Altar Server Ministry. It would be lovely to see some of our St. Mary's students or parents assisting in this ministry. Traditionally this ministry was held by males, however Bishop Charles is keen to extend this ministry to allow females the opportunitiy to serve as well. If you are interested in being an Altar Server, no matter what age or gender, you can contact the Cathedral Parish on cathedral@darwin.catholic.org.au to find out more.
">Tuesday the 19th of February marked the 77th Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin. Our Year 6 students and teachers attended the service at the Cenotaph on Tuesday morning to represent the school; paying our respect to those who lost their lives and honouring those who serve our country.
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Stephen Lyons to the position of AIEW. Mr Lyons is originally from the Tiwi Islands and also works at St John’s College in the boarding school. He will be coordinating our Homework Centre for indigenous students on Monday 3.30-4.30pm and providing in class support to students.
Yesterday we held our first school disco for the year. It was fantastic to see everyone there, including families and children from the Community of Learners. Thank you to Justine and our P&F for organising the event, to Mrs Clalia Mar for coordinating the BBQ and to all the St John’s students for their assistance with setting up and serving. A big thank you to Woolworths Darwin City for generously donating the sausages and bread for the BBQ.
Next week I will be attending the Principal’s Network meeting at the Catholic Education Office on Thursday and Friday. Ms Nikki Farrell will be in charge during my absence.
May God bless you and keep you safely in His care
Mrs Jacqui Langdon
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