Christian Meditation in Year 2 

This year we have a whole school focus on Christian Meditation. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday after lunch, we practise being still and listening to God. We use an ancient word ‘Maranatha’ to stay focused. This word means ‘Come Jesus.’ 

In Year 2, we have been learning to meditate for longer each session, and the children have enjoyed the calmness and time with God. 

Here is what the children think:

“ God tells me he will always look after me.”

“I feel so calm talking to God.”

“It makes me feel safe and peaceful.”

Marvellous Mattie's!

In 2022, a Year 1, all St Matthew's group of students and their parents formed an Oztag team called Marvellous Mattie’s (named by the kids themselves!) with the aim of building community & social connections, fun and fitness.

In 2023, more interested players came forward from the grade, and because we had so much fun as a mixed team, we decided to continue as a mixed team, led by Coach Lopez and Manager Jo (2 of our amazing parents); with all parents putting in a great effort attending each week, encouraging the kids and coming to training at the school oval.

We are pleased to share with the St. Matthew's Community that our team has made it to the semi-finals in Kaleen! The kids (now in Year 3) are very excited!!

We would love to congratulate them and their families for a great season and all their hard work and say a big thank you to the school for allowing us to train on the oval.

If you are free Wednesday, February 28th, our team would love your support if you want to come to Kaleen playing fields (Field 11 at 5.20pm) and cheer on the Year 3 Marvellous Mattie’s!

Contributed

Thanks for your contribution, Amy, and congratulations to the Marvellous Mattie's, Coach Lopez and Manager Jo. We wish you the best of luck next week. Go Marvellous Mattie's!!!  Mrs Lowe