Catechists, assistants and students of the PREP program at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Rockingham, celebrated the end of 2014 PREP program with a family Mass on Sunday 23 November, the Feast of Christ the King.
While the older students participated in the readings during Mass, the younger participants led the offertory procession and eagerly presented their PREP workbook to the celebrant, Fr Pierluigi.
The final hymn, “He’s got the whole world in his hands” was acted out in front of a packed church.
At the conclusion of the Mass, family members, relatives and friends of the PREP students gathered in the parish hall for a family morning tea.
Fr Vijay handed out certificates to students for regular attendance throughout the year.
The PREP program at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish caters for Scripture classes and sacrament preparation to students attending any of the seven state schools in the Rockingham region.
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Rockingham will also be holding a Carols on the Avenue Night on Thursday December 11.
Starring a 60 voice choir and brass band, drinks and activities commence from 5pm, with Carols commencing at 6pm.
For more information contact the parish on 08 9527 1605 or email secretary@ololrockingham.org.au