Perth prepares the way

19 Dec 2012

By The Record

Port Kennedy l St Bernadette’s Catholic Community’s Carol Service

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St Bernadette’s Catholic Community joined together to welcome and awaken the coming Christmas Spirit at their annual Carol Service on December 10. The congregation enjoyed the talents and enthusiasm of over 130 bright-faced children from the St Bernadette’s junior and senior choirs, ranging from Pre-Primary through to Year 6 students. St Bernadette’s school choirs were supported by the community choir “Descant Get Enough”. All choirs were directed by Mrs Jacki Tucker and Mrs Helen Metcalf. Photos: Leanne Joyce

Rockingham l Kolbe Catholic College’s Carols by Candlelight

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Kolbe Catholic College, Rockingham, held its annual Carols by Candlelight on Friday, December 7. Billed as A Magical White Christmas, it focused on the innocence of child-like hopes for a happy Christmas. The event was organised and run by members of the Student Ministry Team. Leadership came from Year 9 students who were helped by other students, mostly from Years 7 and 8. College staff members assisted by preparing students for singing carols and acting out skits that complemented the Gospel story of Jesus’ birth. Students sold candles, handed out carol booklets, sang, acted, danced and organised games for young children. Some of the staff made a guest appearance as the Wiggles and one student’s father played the role of Santa Claus. Photos: Leanne Joyce

Spearwood l St Jerome’s Carols in the Neighbourhood

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Around 30 children from St Jerome’s Spearwood spread Christmas cheer throughout their local neighbourhood on Sunday, December 16. The children staged scenes from the Nativity story at three pre-designated houses in the area, inviting parishioners to come and see. Their sterling theatrics were punctuated by appropriate songs; amplifying the action and encouraging people to join in. The parish’s Somascan young adult group assisted by providing instumental accompaniment. The carol singing initiative was organised by the parish’s altar servers guild. The children are scheduled to visit local care facilities for the elderly this coming weekend.Photos: Mat De Sousa