Connections Magazine – Lent & Easter Edition (Term 1, 2026) is the quarterly magazine for Catholic Special Religious Education (SRE) Catechists in the Diocese of Broken Bay, NSW.
This issue supports catechists teaching in NSW public schools with faith-filled reflections, practical classroom ideas, and ready-to-use resources aligned with the Walking With Jesus curriculum. With a strong focus on Lent and Easter, the magazine explores how to help children understand the meaning of Ash Wednesday, the Cross, Good Friday, the Resurrection, and the Paschal Candle in age-appropriate and engaging ways.
Inside this edition you’ll find:
Spiritual reflections to nourish and encourage SRE catechists
Practical classroom strategies for teaching Lent and Easter
A feature story highlighting the long-term impact of SRE, from student to catechist
“Lent & Easter 101” — a simple catechetical guide for answering children’s questions
Creative ideas for Easter school assemblies
Copy-and-keep activity sheets for primary and s
