Extra Curricula - Minnie Vinnies
Students in Years 4 – 6 may join St Mary’s Mini-Vinnies Group who meet each Monday to plan a variety of activities including community service. The group meet at lunchtime every Monday. Mini Vinnies comes under the St Vincent de Paul Society which is a lay Catholic organisation that aspires to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, hope, and joy by working to shape a more just and compassionate society.
As a member of Mini Vinnies the children promise to make a difference by: Caring for, respecting & loving themselves Strengthening their friendship with Jesus by praying each day & talking to others about Jesus Caring for others in our school, community, by being a friend to those who are alone, in need or in trouble Contributing to the happiness of my family through help, respect, consideration, joy & kindness Caring for, appreciating & enjoying God’s creation: the environment Treating others the way I would like to be treated.
